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Repentance: Choosing to be with God
Repentance: Choosing to be with God
3rd Sunday in Lent - March 23, 2025 First Reading: Isaiah 55:1-9 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 103:2-4; 5&7; 11-13 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-12 Gospel Reading: Luke 13:1-9 Homily by +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa In his Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa reminded us that repentance is not just about turning away from sin; it's about choosing to be with God. The first reading tells us that repentance isn't only about leaving God behind, but about finishing the journey He has set for us. We face struggles because we choose to deny ourselves, carry our cross, and follow Jesus. We need to get rid of distractions and focus on God. The Gospel reminds us that God is so good He has already made a way for us to follow. He is not quick to anger and is not scared of our sins. Even though He knows our sins, He still invites us to serve Him. God wants to be our friend. The way to grow closer to Him is by living our best lives, turning back to Him, and always choosing Him so He can guide us to greatness.Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our uplifting messages. God bless!
https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/repentance-choosing-to-be-with-god/?feed_id=322&_unique_id=67dfb55d021b6Linggo, Marso 16, 2025
Strive to Enter the Narrow Gate
Strive to Enter the Narrow Gate
2nd Sunday in Lent - March 16, 2025 First Reading: Genesis 15:4-18 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 27:2-3; 9-10; 11-12; 13-14 Second Reading: Philippians 3:17-4:1 Gospel Reading: Luke 13:22-30 Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa In his Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa reminded us to strive to enter the narrow gate. The Old Testament reading reveals that God is faithful in fulfilling His promises. However, it is not a one-sided covenant; we must also do our part by obeying Him every day of our lives. In the New Testament reading, Saint Paul teaches that following God comes with a cross. We must embrace the challenges we face, for it is in the darkness that we often witness God’s work in our lives. The central message of today’s Gospel is to let go of anything that hinders our journey to follow Jesus. During this Lenten season, it is an opportunity to purify our hearts and reflect His light in our lives each day. Let go of the things that do not glorify God and choose the narrow path—a path that leads to eternal joy. The philosopher Baruch Spinoza once said, “All things excellent are as difficult as they are rare.” Excellence, in all aspects of life, is not easily attained. If something is easy to achieve, it becomes commonplace. We must endure struggle and hardship before we can attain greatness. God desires us to be great, but are we willing to release the things that do not please Him—such as our anger, wealth, and desire for power?Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our uplifting messages. God bless!
https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/strive-to-enter-the-narrow-gate/?feed_id=313&_unique_id=67d6788e79636Sabado, Marso 8, 2025
Walk in the Path of God
Walk in the Path of God
1st Sunday in Lent - March 9, 2025 First Reading: Deuteronomy 26:1-11 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 91:1-3; 4-5; 14-16 Second Reading: Romans 10:6b-13 Gospel Reading: Luke 4:1-13 Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa In his Sunday Mass Homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp. Romie-Jun reminded us to walk in the path that God has prepared for each of us. The season of Lent calls us to refocus our hearts on God, inviting us to leave behind old habits and devote ourselves more fully to Him. God leads us into our own wilderness to teach and transform us. Yet, along the way, we face temptations that can draw us away from the path He has set for us—the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. To overcome these temptations, Jesus has given us the commands to fast, give, and pray. We are called to spend extra time in prayer to humble our hearts, to fast from the desires of the flesh, and to give to others in order to overcome the lust of the eyes. Through these acts, we grow closer to God and stronger in our faith.Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our uplifting messages. God bless!
https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/walk-in-the-path-of-god/?feed_id=304&_unique_id=67cd4583aecdbLinggo, Marso 2, 2025
Shine the Light of Jesus
Shine the Light of Jesus
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Transfiguration Sunday First Reading: Exodus 34:29-35 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 99:1-2, 3&5, 6-7, 8-9 Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Gospel Reading: Luke 9:28-36 Homily by +Romie- Jun PeñalosaIn his homily at Sunday Mass in Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa encouraged us to shine the light of Jesus. On this Transfiguration Sunday, we celebrate how God reveals the glory we are destined to inherit. When we choose to follow Jesus, He transforms us into His image and likeness.
However, our walk with the Lord is often hindered by sin, which can dim our light. Like a dirty mirror, we cannot fully reflect the brilliance of God’s love. To truly shine the light of Jesus, we must embrace His love and live it out. Although this is not always easy, Jesus calls us not only to love those who love us but also to love our enemies. True love means ordering our lives for the good of others, and it serves as the foundation of our spiritual growth. To love authentically, we must spend time with God—through prayer and by listening to His Word.
Let us shine the light of Jesus every day through our actions and love. As we press forward toward our ultimate goal, let us remember that "the joy of the Lord is our strength." If God can love us unconditionally, surely we too can love others in the same way.
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https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/shine-the-light-of-jesus/?feed_id=295&_unique_id=67c4171cd48b6Linggo, Pebrero 23, 2025
Walk in Love
Walk in Love
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time- February 23, 2025 First Reading: Genesis 45: 3- 15 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 37:19- 20, 21- 22, 23-24, 25- 26 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15: 42- 49 Gospel Reading: Luke 6: 27: 38 Homily by Fr. Erel Villanueva During the Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, Fr. Erel Villanueva reminded us to walk in love. Walking in love is the highest form of being blessed, as anything done without love is meaningless. Yet, loving others can be difficult. We are called to love our enemies, to do good to those who hate us, to bless those who curse us, and to pray for those who mistreat us (Luke 6:27-28). Forgiveness, which is a true reflection of God’s love, is also not easy— it requires deep faith. But if we fail to forgive those who wrong us, it can have a negative impact on our lives. Unforgiveness is equivalent to disobeying God. This unforgiveness also blocks blessings from coming to our lives. Our work and life will be affected. Forgiving my be difficult, but it is not impossible. That is why we need the power of God and the fruits of the Holy Spirit to do this. If we choose to love one another, the Holy Spirit will guide and strengthen us. Let us surrender ourselves to God and grow together in love.Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our uplifting messages. God bless!
https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/walk-in-love/?feed_id=286&_unique_id=67bae1e21bf22Linggo, Pebrero 16, 2025
Trust God, Have Hope, Be Blessed!
Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time- February 16, 2025
First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-10
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 1:1-2;3;4-6
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
Gospel Reading: Luke 6:19-26
Homily by +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa
Trust God, Have Hope, Be Blessed! Understanding the True Meaning of 'Blessed'
In his homily at Sunday Mass in Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa shared a powerful message that can be summarized in six words: Trust God, Have Hope, Be Blessed! These words offer us a profound spiritual guide. This will lead us toward a life filled with joy, peace, and purpose.
The word "blessed" in Greek is makarios, which means "joyful." This joy doesn’t depend on our circumstances but rather comes from the deep trust we place in God. By trusting God, we make Him the center of our lives and recognize that our salvation, as well as every aspect of our lives, is entrusted to His care.
Trusting God Brings Hope
When we trust God, we establish the foundation for hope. Without trust in the Lord, hope has no place. As a result, trusting in God removes fear and panic. Trusting in Him fills our hearts with hope, and this hope naturally flows from fully relying on God’s plan for our lives.
Trust, Hope, and Joyful Blessings
As we continue trusting in the Lord and embracing the hope He provides, we experience true joy — the blessings that Jesus designed for our lives. A blessed person overflows with joy, peace, and love, becoming a blessing to others. Moreover, a blessed life is not about perfect circumstances; instead, it’s about the joy that arises from knowing that God is in control.
In conclusion, always remember: Trust God, Have Hope, Be Blessed!
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