Happy Independence Day! Don't forget why today is a very important day!
Have A Blessed Day!
04 July, 2014
13 June, 2014
Summer Program 2014
Mabuhay!
As you may or may not know, I am here for an 8 week summer program at St. Meinrad's Archabbey at the southern tip of the state of Indiana! My time here so far has been nothing but fun, solemn, and very spiritual.
The Benedictine Scholars Program is an 8 week (sort of) discernment retreat. From the last weekend of May until the 20th of July, I am here spending time with the Benedictine monks. I follow there daily horarium, I also share meals with them as well as recreation. During the week, I have a job and I am the librarian. In the afternoon I also take a class called "Christian Maturity and Human Development". The class is taught by the vocations director, Br. John Mark Falkenhain.
Every Wednesday here at the abbey we have monastic conferences where each week we discuss a fundamental value of the monastic life such as: liturgy of the hours, stability, hospitality, etc. Every other Friday we have "meet a monk" where a monk would come in, talk about his discernment process and his time/life here at the monastery. Whether he's taught a class, had a parish, or did mission work at another country or surrounding churches.
Have a great day!
20 April, 2014
He IS Risen Indeed!
Mabuhay!
My dearest Brother and Sisters in Christ,
He IS Risen! He Is Risen Indeed!
Easter is not about the eggs or the dress that you wear, but it is about Jesus Christ, who took the form of human being in order to be one with us. The chains of death and the gates of hell have been defeated.
Have a Blessed Day!
13 March, 2014
Habemus Papam: One Year Later
Mabuhay!
Crazy to think that it has been one year since Pope Francis became the 266th successor to the Chair of Peter!
Let us pray for our beloved Holy Father.
O God, shepherd and ruler of all the faithful,
look favorably on your servant Francis,
whom you have set at the head of your Church as her shepherd;
look favorably on your servant Francis,
whom you have set at the head of your Church as her shepherd;
Grant, we pray, that by word and example
he may be of service to those over whom he presides
so that, together with the flock entrusted to his care,
he may come to everlasting life.
he may be of service to those over whom he presides
so that, together with the flock entrusted to his care,
he may come to everlasting life.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the
unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
who lives and reigns with you in the
unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
(USCCB)
12 March, 2014
12 Years... & Counting!
MABUHAY!
Crazy to think that 12 years ago on this day, we arrived in the Philippines! Can't say it hasn't been an adventure!
Crazy to think that 12 years ago on this day, we arrived in the Philippines! Can't say it hasn't been an adventure!
Summer 2013: Niagara Falls (NY)
Summer 2013: Southampton, NY
Summer 2013: Montauk NY
Summer 2013: Phantom of the Opera (Broadway, NY; mom's birthday)
Thank you God for an amazing 12 years! Looking forward to many more years here in the United States!
09 March, 2014
College Life... In A Nutshell!
Mabuhay!
Yes, you might be wondering.. "O my gosh, he's updated something after exactly 5 months and 12 days!" Yes, indeed I have! I have a very good reason also. As you know, I am a full time student at the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN! I LOVE college, let me just say that. As a commuter, I travel at about two hours each day roundtrip. So the two hours of my day consist of me driving. When I get home, it's a couple of hours that consist of supper, family time, rosary, and most of all: homework. So, with everything that's going on, I do not have time to blog. However, I have not forgotten about my readers! Don't worry, I will try to fill you guys in on the last 5.25 months that has happened to me. But first: let me explain to you my college life!
As you all know, I am majoring in Philosophy and Theology with a minor in Catholic Studies and history. Why Philosophy you might ask? Well, let's see.. I need to have a good background in philosophy in preparation for seminary school. I was originally planning to go for only Theology and perhaps English too, but after finding out that I could major in Philosophy and Theology at the same time, I said to myself, oh heck why not? I have found philosophy to be a challenging subject- not going to lie. However, the staff: Dr. Lewis Pearson (who also happens to be my adviser), Dr. Vincent Wargo and Dr. Earl Kumfer at the University of Saint Francis is AMAZING! They will help you through it all.. which I appreciate a lot. In Philosophy (if you are not aware) there are TONS of reading. Depending on the course that you take some might be harder than the other depends on how much reading you will have to do. Luckily, I got used to the habit of reading- now it's a favorite hobby of mine!
Theology on the other hand, was the original major I was intending on graduating with. Theology is the study of a particular religion, and for me happens to be Catholic Theology. I LOVE learning about the history of the church, the Bible, current events that are currently happening in the Church and everything else! Dr. Adam DeVille, Dr. John Bequette, Sister Jacinta Krecek, OSF, Sister Felicity Dorsett, OSF, and Dr. Lance Richey are all phenomenal and excellent professors who tells you the way it is no exception! I look forward to growing spiritually and in depth with my own discernment and understanding of the faith with these excellent professors.
Well, that's pretty much how my college is in a nutshell. As I said, i'm enjoying every day of it (except for the drive of course) but other than that, I LOVE it! Hard to believe that in 32 days I will be done with my first year! Crazy to think about but it's the truth!
Go Cougars!
Have a good day! :D
Welcome Weekend 2013
Yes, you might be wondering.. "O my gosh, he's updated something after exactly 5 months and 12 days!" Yes, indeed I have! I have a very good reason also. As you know, I am a full time student at the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN! I LOVE college, let me just say that. As a commuter, I travel at about two hours each day roundtrip. So the two hours of my day consist of me driving. When I get home, it's a couple of hours that consist of supper, family time, rosary, and most of all: homework. So, with everything that's going on, I do not have time to blog. However, I have not forgotten about my readers! Don't worry, I will try to fill you guys in on the last 5.25 months that has happened to me. But first: let me explain to you my college life!
As you all know, I am majoring in Philosophy and Theology with a minor in Catholic Studies and history. Why Philosophy you might ask? Well, let's see.. I need to have a good background in philosophy in preparation for seminary school. I was originally planning to go for only Theology and perhaps English too, but after finding out that I could major in Philosophy and Theology at the same time, I said to myself, oh heck why not? I have found philosophy to be a challenging subject- not going to lie. However, the staff: Dr. Lewis Pearson (who also happens to be my adviser), Dr. Vincent Wargo and Dr. Earl Kumfer at the University of Saint Francis is AMAZING! They will help you through it all.. which I appreciate a lot. In Philosophy (if you are not aware) there are TONS of reading. Depending on the course that you take some might be harder than the other depends on how much reading you will have to do. Luckily, I got used to the habit of reading- now it's a favorite hobby of mine!
Theology on the other hand, was the original major I was intending on graduating with. Theology is the study of a particular religion, and for me happens to be Catholic Theology. I LOVE learning about the history of the church, the Bible, current events that are currently happening in the Church and everything else! Dr. Adam DeVille, Dr. John Bequette, Sister Jacinta Krecek, OSF, Sister Felicity Dorsett, OSF, and Dr. Lance Richey are all phenomenal and excellent professors who tells you the way it is no exception! I look forward to growing spiritually and in depth with my own discernment and understanding of the faith with these excellent professors.
Well, that's pretty much how my college is in a nutshell. As I said, i'm enjoying every day of it (except for the drive of course) but other than that, I LOVE it! Hard to believe that in 32 days I will be done with my first year! Crazy to think about but it's the truth!
Go Cougars!
Have a good day! :D
01 October, 2013
October: Month of the Rosary
MABUHAY!
It is 1/ October 2013! We are 92 days away from celebrating the New Year! Can you believe that we are already entering the last quarter of 2013?! Time flies! Anyways, I will be doing tons of blogging this weekend, so stay tuned!
October: the month of the Rosary
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
It is 1/ October 2013! We are 92 days away from celebrating the New Year! Can you believe that we are already entering the last quarter of 2013?! Time flies! Anyways, I will be doing tons of blogging this weekend, so stay tuned!
October: the month of the Rosary
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
Have a great day!
"The Greatest Saint of Modern Times!" Pope Pius X
Today we celebrate the Feast day of one of the most important saints in our lifetime:
Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and of the Holy Face
Prayer to Saint Therese:
O Glorious Saint Therese, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and counsel mankind, I implore
your Miraculous Intercession. So powerful are you in obtaining every need of body and soul our Holy Mother Church proclaims you a "Prodigy of Miracles...the Greatest Saint of Modern Times." Now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention specifics here) and to carry out your promises of spending Heaven doing good upon the earth... of letting fall from Heaven a Shower of Roses. Henceforth, dear Little Flower, I will fulfill your plea "to be made known everywhere" and I will never cease to lead others to Jesus through you.
Amen.
Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, pray for us.
08 September, 2013
Happy Birthday Blessed Mother
Today we celebrate the birthday of
The Blessed Virgin Mary. Mother of God. Queen of Peace. Help of Christians.
Happy Happy Birthday to you Blessed Mother!
The Blessed Virgin Mary. Mother of God. Queen of Peace. Help of Christians.
Happy Happy Birthday to you Blessed Mother!
07 September, 2013
Pray For Peace
Let us pray with his Holiness, Pope Francis for Peace in the Middle East, Syria and the World.
Prayer to Our Lady, Help of Christians
Most Holy and Immaculate Virgin, Help of Christians, we place ourselves under your motherly protection. Throughout the Church's history you have helped Christians in times of trial, temptation and danger. Time and time again, you have proven to be the Refuge of Sinners, the Hope of the Hopeless, the Consoler of the Afflicted, and the Comforter of the Dying. We promise to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, your Son, to proclaim His Good News of God's love for all people, and to work for peace and justice in our world. With faith in your intercession, we pray for the Church, for our family and friends, for the poor and abandoned, and all the dying. Grant, O Mary, Help of Christians, the graces in which we stand in need. (Mention your intentions) May we serve Jesus with fidelity and love until death. Help us and out loved ones to attain the boundless joy of being forever with our Father in heaven.
Amen.
Mary, Help of Christians, pray for us!
30 July, 2013
University of Saint Francis Class of 2017!
MABUHAY!
As many of you know, I graduated High School this past June. People have often asked me where I will be going to school, what I will be studying, and so on. I was originally planned to go to Mount Saint Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland! However, due to family situation and other commitments, I had to re-evaluate my decision. So after weeks of prayers, thoughts, consideration and penance, I have decided to stay local (for a while at least) and attend the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana! Here are the top 5 reasons on why I chose to become a Cougar (USF) instead of a Mountaineer (MSM).
1) The Location & Size
University of Saint Francis is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, just a couple of miles from Downtown itself. It's a really small campus with only about 1800 undergraduate students! I really like it because I can commute everyday (since it is only an hour drive). With commuting, not only do I save tons of money, but I can come home to a nice hot meal, sleep in my own bed and contribute to weekly Masses and devotions at my local church. What I like with a small campus is that it's not a huge University with like 40,000 other students like Purdue or Indiana University. In a small campus, it would not be as hectic moving around as it is in a huge campus. Also, growing up into a small school system, I have adapted that small learning environment where I can get the professor's attention most of the time. That's the first reason why I decided to attend USF instead of the Mount.
2) The Philosophy & Theology Department
When I went to schedule my classes at the University of Saint Francis, I found it very easy and convenient. I also found out, unlike the Mount, the Theology Department has nuns such as Sister Jacinta, OSF teaching a course on Catholicism! (which I am excited for!) I also found out that I could double major in Philosophy and Theology, that way I could get some what of a taste or I can foreshadow what would be studied in the seminary when I actually enter. But, the most important is the Summa Theologica. As you know the Summa is reputated is known as "one of the classics of the history of philosophy and one of the most influential works of Western Literature.." Not every Catholic University study the Summa in their Philosophy or Theology Dept. but according to my college visit at USF, the professors make use/brings up the Summa and you get a discussion on what it's about and how it impacts today's religion. What more could I want?
3) Highly Recommended
When I first started applying to colleges, University of Saint Francis is the first college that I applied to. It was also the first college I was accepted into. I was very excited. Then came other options, such as Marian University, Holy Cross University and so on. I sort of neglected Saint Francis. Then I found out that great faculty from South Adams attended school there, such as our guidance counselor Mr. Todd Ruppert, who earned his Master's there as well as Mrs. Jane Minch. So that factor also contributed to my final decision upon attending the University of Saint Francis this Fall!
Going to college this Fall has gave mixed emotions. I am happy in a way but I am nervous. As I told my friends, it will not be the same because it's a brand new school, brand new place, brand new environment, brand new people. But I also realized that this is a new chapter in my life. Meeting new people, seeing different places, trying out different things and just having fun! I guess after thoughtful considerations and prayers, this is where God's putting me.. at least I think for now. If this is his plan for me, then I have nothing against it.. for if its his will then let it be done! To God be the Glory!
Have A Great Day!
As many of you know, I graduated High School this past June. People have often asked me where I will be going to school, what I will be studying, and so on. I was originally planned to go to Mount Saint Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland! However, due to family situation and other commitments, I had to re-evaluate my decision. So after weeks of prayers, thoughts, consideration and penance, I have decided to stay local (for a while at least) and attend the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana! Here are the top 5 reasons on why I chose to become a Cougar (USF) instead of a Mountaineer (MSM).
1) The Location & Size
University of Saint Francis is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, just a couple of miles from Downtown itself. It's a really small campus with only about 1800 undergraduate students! I really like it because I can commute everyday (since it is only an hour drive). With commuting, not only do I save tons of money, but I can come home to a nice hot meal, sleep in my own bed and contribute to weekly Masses and devotions at my local church. What I like with a small campus is that it's not a huge University with like 40,000 other students like Purdue or Indiana University. In a small campus, it would not be as hectic moving around as it is in a huge campus. Also, growing up into a small school system, I have adapted that small learning environment where I can get the professor's attention most of the time. That's the first reason why I decided to attend USF instead of the Mount.
2) The Philosophy & Theology Department
When I went to schedule my classes at the University of Saint Francis, I found it very easy and convenient. I also found out, unlike the Mount, the Theology Department has nuns such as Sister Jacinta, OSF teaching a course on Catholicism! (which I am excited for!) I also found out that I could double major in Philosophy and Theology, that way I could get some what of a taste or I can foreshadow what would be studied in the seminary when I actually enter. But, the most important is the Summa Theologica. As you know the Summa is reputated is known as "one of the classics of the history of philosophy and one of the most influential works of Western Literature.." Not every Catholic University study the Summa in their Philosophy or Theology Dept. but according to my college visit at USF, the professors make use/brings up the Summa and you get a discussion on what it's about and how it impacts today's religion. What more could I want?
3) Highly Recommended
When I first started applying to colleges, University of Saint Francis is the first college that I applied to. It was also the first college I was accepted into. I was very excited. Then came other options, such as Marian University, Holy Cross University and so on. I sort of neglected Saint Francis. Then I found out that great faculty from South Adams attended school there, such as our guidance counselor Mr. Todd Ruppert, who earned his Master's there as well as Mrs. Jane Minch. So that factor also contributed to my final decision upon attending the University of Saint Francis this Fall!
Going to college this Fall has gave mixed emotions. I am happy in a way but I am nervous. As I told my friends, it will not be the same because it's a brand new school, brand new place, brand new environment, brand new people. But I also realized that this is a new chapter in my life. Meeting new people, seeing different places, trying out different things and just having fun! I guess after thoughtful considerations and prayers, this is where God's putting me.. at least I think for now. If this is his plan for me, then I have nothing against it.. for if its his will then let it be done! To God be the Glory!
Have A Great Day!
28 July, 2013
Wrapping Up Summer!
MABUHAY!
As you all know, Summer 2013 is coming to an end! The past couple of weeks, since the last time I blogged has been hectic! County Fair came around, Swiss Days came afterwards and everything in between just kinda just squeezed in! This past week was also World Youth Day in Brazil, so since I couldn't be there personally, I sent my prayers and I was able to be there spiritually!
So pretty much my weeks consisted of:
As you all know, Summer 2013 is coming to an end! The past couple of weeks, since the last time I blogged has been hectic! County Fair came around, Swiss Days came afterwards and everything in between just kinda just squeezed in! This past week was also World Youth Day in Brazil, so since I couldn't be there personally, I sent my prayers and I was able to be there spiritually!
So pretty much my weeks consisted of:
Have a great day!
23 July, 2013
WYD 2013!
Mabuhay!
This week, youth and faithful Catholics come together in Rio de Janerio, Brazil to celebrate World Youth Day 2013!
This week, youth and faithful Catholics come together in Rio de Janerio, Brazil to celebrate World Youth Day 2013!
Thoughts and Prayers goes out to all; each and everyone that is participating in this weeks festivities!
May you be filled with the presence of God!
"Go and Make Disciples of All Nations"
07 July, 2013
Summer Adventures .. III
MABUHAY!
This is the last post that has to do with our trip to New York! And of course, I've saved the best for last!
Now, who goes to New York without seeing New York City?! That's like going to Philadelphia and not eating Philly Cheese Steak, or going to Seattle and not drinking coffee! It's just not right! After a couple of days in New York, visiting the country side, the harbor and Niagara Falls, we wrapped it all up by going to New York City.. with a little special treat!
This is the last post that has to do with our trip to New York! And of course, I've saved the best for last!
Now, who goes to New York without seeing New York City?! That's like going to Philadelphia and not eating Philly Cheese Steak, or going to Seattle and not drinking coffee! It's just not right! After a couple of days in New York, visiting the country side, the harbor and Niagara Falls, we wrapped it all up by going to New York City.. with a little special treat!
We started our day at Manhattan, New York!
Jollibee! It's been forever since I've seen you!
No traffic! .... only lasted for about 4 seconds tho.
beautiful graffiti!
The view of our train on top of the bridge!
There she is! New York City!
New York Public Library!
Expensive McDonalds! There's no such thing as a dollar menu here!
Grand Station!
Build-a-Bear Workshop!
Mom at the American Girl Doll Store
You can't go to NY without paying a visit to Saint Patty's!
As you all know, Saint Patrick's is going through a 3 year renovation project.
The magnificence High Altar
Donald Trump "You're Fired!" This is where Celebrity Apprentice takes place.
Can't go to NY w. out getting a pic by Louie Vuitton!
Apple Outlet
Amazing street performers!
Central Park!
My lovely parents!
Times Square!
Broadway!
Broadway again!
The Phantom of the Opera!!!!!!
The list of the cast!
Our official tickets!
Yes, we are pretty excited!
Outside of the theatre!
Broadways' Most Haunting Love Story
Our amazing box seats! Perfect!
If you've seen the movie or musical, then you would know that this is the chandelier.
My lovely parents once again!
The top half was packed.
The bottom half was packed.
It's Showtime!
This is the chandelier I was talking about.
15 minute intermission.
The cast! Very well done!
We enjoyed the show very much!
Happy 50th Birthday mom! :)
Good Morning America
There's the ball from the New Year's Eve ball drop!
NBC Network Station
Mom and I at Times Square about ready to catch the subway back to my uncles!
New York City was absolutely amazing! Great time with aunt and uncle and cousin! Although I still prefer to live out in the country in the future, where it's quiet, relaxing and I could actually smell grass and not the sewer! Most of all, where I could live, garden, pray and write a book! But that's just me! :)
Have A Great Day!
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