Opinion
Our need for the real bread
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Pandora’s Photo Album
Unlocking a "dangerous" photo album, this column explores a childhood of compliance without agreement—from "strategic" haircuts to the refusal to stage happiness for the camera.
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Preserving the ceiling “kisame” art of Bohol churches
Atty. Dennis Gorecho explores the "Visions of Heaven" within Bohol’s historic churches, detailing the survival and meticulous restoration of Raymundo Francia’s enchanting trompe l'oeil murals.
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The rage continues raging
Mayor Baste Duterte assumes the PDP presidency at the "Rage Coalition" forum, positioning himself as a "Plan B" candidate amid rising tensions with President Marcos.
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Not angels, but angelic
Fr. Roy Cimagala reflects on the challenge of living a spiritualized life, urging believers to move beyond carnal instincts toward a nature created in God's likeness.
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A culture of dialogue and consensus-building
Fr. Roy Cimagala calls for a Christ-centered approach to political discourse, emphasizing the need for temperance, mutual respect, and prudent judgment in consensus building.
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Devotional wonder vs. disbelief or unbelief
Fr. Roy Cimagala advocates for a posture of humility and awe when facing the mysteries of faith, contrasting "devotional wonder" with the pitfalls of unbelief.
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The staycation is so over
Netnet Camomot bids farewell to her Easter staycation while navigating the impact of global fuel hikes and the quiet "gift" of being a social outsider.
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The need to be born again
Fr. Roy Cimagala reflects on the biblical necessity of being born again, describing it as a continuous process of spiritual transformation through water and the Spirit.
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Divine Mercy Sunday
Explore the profound invitation of Divine Mercy Sunday, a perennial call to face life's trials with confidence in God's infinite benevolence and transformative love.
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Managed, But Not Exactly Straightened
A spontaneous pixie cut leads to a profound realization about adulthood: we often spend so much time looking managed that we forget we are unaligned.
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From the rejected stone to the cornerstone
Christ remains the indispensable cornerstone of our lives, yet many still reject Him for worldly pursuits. Discover why identifying with Him is our ultimate purpose.
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