It is important to know that there were Greeks requesting the disciples to show them Jesus prior to our Gospel today. We should be the "fruits" of Jesus' death like that grain of wheat falling to the ground and dying but ptoducing much fruit afterwards. [John 12:24-26, Feast of St. Lawrence]

Discussion on digital parenting as suggested by Len Amadora published in Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020. ELI (Enjoy- Listen-be Inspired)

Jesus again spoke of his coming death. He pays his tax If taxes are for foreigners. [Matthew 17:22-27, Monday of the 19th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The Jewish authorities were persistently seeking a sign similar to the manna of Moses. They kept on insisting the human bloodline of Jesus. These were reasons why they did not recognize the divinity in Jesus. [John 6:41-51, 19th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

Why did Jesus say to his disciples that if you have faith the size of a mustard seed you can move a mountain from one place to another? [Matthew 17:14-20, Saturday of the 18th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The disciples were overwhelmed when they saw the glorious form of Jesus with Moses and Elijah. Suddenly, a cloud enveloped them and a voice came saying, "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him." What was it in the cloud? [Mark 9:2-10, Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord]

Peter was so l elated before the rest of the disciples having professed the truth about Jesus. He was scolded shortly after by Jesus though. [Matthew 16:13-23, Thursday of the 18th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Why did Jesus seem to imply that the Canaanite woman was a dog? To understand this, let's rewind a bit and see what happened just before going to that place of the Canaanite. [Matthew 15:21-28, Wednesday of the 18th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus suddenly appeared walking on the sea while the disciples were terrified of the strong wind and waves. Peter' hand was caught by Jesus as he began to sink into the water. [Matthew 14:22-36, Tuesday of the 18th Week in the Ordinary Time]

When Jesus fed the crowd of at least 5000 in number, he took, blessed, broke and gave the 5 loaves and 2 fish. Guess to whom Jesus immediately gave them. [Matthew 14:13-21, Monday of the 18th Week in the Ordinary Time]