28 July 2010 - Greetings on the Feast of St Pedro Poveda (my anniversary).
Today, I offer a special thought for my mom. She hopes to have her check up this afternoon with her doctor. She's into this kind of illness that is kinda incurable.
Do I ask for a miracle for God to simply take it from her? Or for strength of spirit that my mom will be open and pro-active for dealing with her illness? Or for me to face her in courage for whatever is her reaction whenever she learns about it and for her to draw strength that she may not grow weaker?
Do I continue to think of this thing? Or do I just stop my anxious wondering?
Let me rather submit to the one that is greater, to His divine holy will.
Please help me offer my mom to God for Him to take care, through the loving intercession of Mama Mary (Mother of Perpetual Help) and St Pedro Poveda.
Thank you and God bless us all,
+ jocrossy +
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Friday, November 6, 2009
REFLECTION ON ONDOY
Q: What are the causes of typhoon Ondoy?
It is but natural for Philippines to be hit by typhoon. But the tragic effect of the typhoon was caused by improper disposal of garbage, deforestation, problematic drainage system, abuse of mother nature and global warming.
Q: What can we do together to lessen the impact of such occurrence in the lives of the poor?
We have many options that we can work out together:
The ‘bayanihan’ spirit is a big help. It’s great to see people helping one another to save lives, the generosity of sharing goods to the victims from all walks of life, the spirit of volunteerism especially the mobilization of the youth;
To disregard prejudices and unsettled conflicts in such a time is actually one big opportunity of living in solidarity, standing together as one, undivided nation –the impact of which is not only for the poor but for the entire nation;
Pastoral counseling especially for the bereaved family who are greatly in need of empathy and encouragement;
Reaching out to the victims of the very traumatic incident; just listening to their grievances can somehow alleviate their emotions, helping them think positively of the big loss they had experienced;
The mere scene of people helping together to reach out the victims is one simple thing that can touch the hearts of some if not all to give them hope;
For the government to provide for the immediate needs of the victims especially shelter and food, options for livelihood that will give them an assurance that they can go on with their lives;
TV personalities, e.g. Kris Aquino, taking advantage of their fame to call for more donations;
And the immediate simple help that we can offer but is powerful and very important – PRAYER.
**I'm posting it for a special purpose. ;)
It is but natural for Philippines to be hit by typhoon. But the tragic effect of the typhoon was caused by improper disposal of garbage, deforestation, problematic drainage system, abuse of mother nature and global warming.
Q: What can we do together to lessen the impact of such occurrence in the lives of the poor?
We have many options that we can work out together:
The ‘bayanihan’ spirit is a big help. It’s great to see people helping one another to save lives, the generosity of sharing goods to the victims from all walks of life, the spirit of volunteerism especially the mobilization of the youth;
To disregard prejudices and unsettled conflicts in such a time is actually one big opportunity of living in solidarity, standing together as one, undivided nation –the impact of which is not only for the poor but for the entire nation;
Pastoral counseling especially for the bereaved family who are greatly in need of empathy and encouragement;
Reaching out to the victims of the very traumatic incident; just listening to their grievances can somehow alleviate their emotions, helping them think positively of the big loss they had experienced;
The mere scene of people helping together to reach out the victims is one simple thing that can touch the hearts of some if not all to give them hope;
For the government to provide for the immediate needs of the victims especially shelter and food, options for livelihood that will give them an assurance that they can go on with their lives;
TV personalities, e.g. Kris Aquino, taking advantage of their fame to call for more donations;
And the immediate simple help that we can offer but is powerful and very important – PRAYER.
**I'm posting it for a special purpose. ;)
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