In our busy world, distress or the bad stress wears us out and hurts our health. But there is a good kind called eustress. A doctor named Hans Selye first used this word in the 1900s. Eustress is the happy, exciting feeling from hard but important tasks. It gives us energy, helps us think clearly,…
November 1, 2025 – Solemnity of All Saints Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:1–12a Context: Jesus sat on a hillside in Galilee and shared the Beatitudes with his disciples. These are special teachings that show who God blesses—like people who are humble, kind, and stay true to their faith even when life is tough. He spoke to…
In the midst of drought, judgment, and personal anguish, the prophet Jeremiah cries out to God. His lament is raw. He says, “Woe is me… everyone curses me” (Jer 15:10). He pleads for God to remember him. He confesses that he stayed away from the company of mockers. He asks why his pain never ends…
Are you ready to grow closer to God and discover your purpose in ministry? Christara: The First Vox Divini Journey is a heartfelt retreat and training program designed to deepen your faith while equipping you with practical skills for preaching, healing, and deliverance. In Christara, you will explore the journey from identity distortion to restoration.…
October 1, 2025 – Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor Gospel Reading: Lk 9:57–62 Context: As Jesus walked through Galilee with His disciples, some people wanted to follow Him, but He warned them it wouldn’t be easy—even He had no place to rest. He told one man to let the…
Our minds are powerful, shaping everything we do, yet they are often a battlefield we ignore. Distractions and temptations trouble us, but Word of God shows us that the path to victory starts from within. As St. Paul says, “We destroy arguments and every proud obstacle raised up against the knowledge of God, and we…
Onam, the vibrant festival of Kerala, brings people together with its colorful traditions, feasts, and celebrations. Recently, debates in Kerala have surfaced about whether Christians should participate in Onam, with some viewing it as a cultural festival open to all, while others see it as a Hindu religious event. This article explores why Christians can…
Some Muslim brothers argue that the Bible cannot be trusted because it contains differing details across the four Gospels, suggesting that a divinely inspired text should be uniform in every detail. This claim, however, overlooks the nature of the Bible’s composition and applies a standard that, when examined, reveals similar challenges within the Quran itself.…
Allegations have surfaced claiming the Catholic Church in India is the largest non-governmental landowner, second only to the central government, with clergy allegedly living extravagantly and institutions promoting conversions. A 2025 Organiser article asserted the Church holds 7 crore hectares (17.29 crore acres) valued at ₹20,000 crore, acquired partly through questionable means, and uses services…
Are you wondering about the path God has planned for your life? Do doubts or questions linger in your heart about where you’re called to love and serve? This article invites you to explore the beauty of vocational discernment within the Catholic Church, guiding you through the three states of life—consecrated, married, and single—with a…
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