Eucharistic Celebrations - Sunday 13th June 2010

Sharp 7.00a.m. and mass begins. A beautiful message, interesting Homily.... that  got YT thinking on the meaning of sinners. As usual, she would side tracked and  her brains would draw something  totally different on the canvas. Two Thousand years ago, could it be that sinners, refers to the ordinary working class, people who needed to work in order to survive,  speaking and walking  as required,  the nature of their work therefore they are branded sinners,...... and the righteous??? the priestly class,,,,,Pharisees.....who thought they were holy and above everyone else.......not unlike the caste system, or the era of masters and slaves eh???.......Could it be that the term Sinners was just a classification, to differentiate the priestly class with the ordinary people on the street?????. Ordinary humans are weak and yes,,,,we do sin everyday, whether in thoughts , in words, or deeds./// ////the Bible spoke of a certain Mary who was a sinner. but did not specify what sort of sinner she was, but people assumed, she was the sinner with a capital P but  who said she was??? Human minds imagines and make its own conclusion and if we look at it in a straight line, those who assumed what she was, were actually guilty of passing  judgement, rightly or wrongly concluded.  

That's was one aspect of the homecoming Eucharistic celebration Sunday last, the other, .....was the enormous change in the appearance and atmosphere of the church building and the celebrations itself. As YT closes her eyes, for a moment, her mind drifted back to the times she first stole into the church building and was so much in awe of the surrounding, the statues, the cool interior...the  very holy presence of  the Father and the holy angels..how the first feeling of deep love was invoked , and that  feeling had kept her going back to the Catholic church all these years....The beautiful church building is now gone...replaced by a bigger, spacious church building, but sadly, the beautiful, awesome, mystical feeling, she experienced as a child  had gone...her heart bled for a special building which had made way for modernisation  but  sigh....that is the consequences of entering through the passage of time, when scenes changes with each tick tock of time..

The priest's home, which looked so majestic and welcoming once upon a time..now looked worn out, tired and old...the Joseph or is it the St.Joseph's  gift house it is now called . That was the place, she first drank English tea  complimented with scones and yum...was it something to die for. And the church grounds??? the vastness ???? what happened to the large grounds...She so badly wanted to ask but would anyone care to share???

No matter the feeling, the spirit,  heart  and being went in and sought reconciliation and hands lifted  to be clasped and embraced. She has come home Father......and though the Church of St. Francis De Sales will only celebrate Father's Day next week end...to YT, it is Father's Day everyday, if Love is met and returned wholesomely.

First Friday, Holy Hour

Is there a purpose, this journey given  me Lord??? I know and I believe there is and yet I wondered and I asked why all the time, when the sight clouds, the heart breaks and tomorrow becomes an anxiety ...when friends turn out to be wolves in sheep's clothing's, when life disillusions....And then, I am reminded that my God stands with me and His Hand leads me , whatever the paths ....I need not be afraid because His Very Presence is with me....and suddenly...... comfort flows in and gratitude gushes forth in tears of joy......It is grace that brought me to thee Lord and grace will surely see me safely home  ....Thank you Lord God!

Did  you teared as well,  my brothers and sisters? Did an ocean of humbleness engulf you and suddenly you felt the love, the presence of God in your very existence,,,images flashing forth- the many, many times, He soothes and cares for you, when you were down, out and in pain??? How he calms the raging storm and guide your boat into calm and smooth waters??? It's the Divine Awareness, gifted us and People, it is also the promise magnifested that we are His people, his children and He is our God.

Grouses - A jumble mambo jambo

People, did it occur to anyone out there, that we are heading backwards, that development had actually caused more sink holes than concrete roads. That there is  actually  a detoriation in just about  everything good???What is happening to this knowledge world??? With all the advancement in science , knowledge and technology it  should  be galloping forward instead we actually see it  sliding backwards.... the  junks and poor man's food of yesteryears  had become  a luxury in this sophisticated world???. That we use more plastics and the artificials than the real authentic stuff, we so took for granted ???  That Standards and quality in just about everything  are going, going...gone???

Once upon a time, school means education in every sense ...besides passing exams and getting those valued degrees..... we  cultivate friendship,  honour, respect , discipline, moral , social interaction, brotherhood etc..etc... We do not see colour or race. We do not see religion. We only saw the smiles  and hands clasped in friendship   and friendships very  often lasted a life time.

We all had very rounded education, textbook knowledge and excellence, handicraft, cooking, sports, extra activities...they were value added distinction in our lives and   we become better persons and  people of substance after the years of primary, secondary and college years are over. Today, local Education has lost its prestigious glow...quality has fallen due to the numerous change in policies , etc...etc..The Cs and D's of the good old days has become the A's and B's of today, and sadly that has changed  the meaning of the word "distinction and honours". Yesterday, we so look up to a Degree...today, they are asking for Masters and PhD and  degree holders had to be retrained in order that they are fit for employment....


Yesterday,  people  understood discipline and abide by them. Today,  we are so aware of  our rights, so pompous that teachers can no longer discipline or cane their students..and .the end results??? "spare the rod and spoilt the child" consequences in just about every school.. Now rapes even take place in school!!! extortion , drugs,,,you name it....and teachers get threatened and assaulted....It makes one wonder ..whether we should bring back the old system where heads of schools are allowed to discipline their students without getting into trouble with the authorities......We had less crimes, we had less negativeness ....we had  more excellence and alot more contenment.

Yesterday, one cent was of considerable value, we could buy an ice cream potong....and five cents could get one - a bowl  of of noodles and drinks during recess at school. Today, your fifty bucks cannot even last a snore! And they talk about removing subsidies .....

The Understanding that is God

Each and everyone of us are so caught up providing for the family, carrying out commitments that, sometimes, we are unable to do our duty to God, the commandment that we offer our love to one another, offering our services to Church, sparing a thought for others.... . Not just a simple expression of love or good wishes to one another, not just a show of kindness or goodwill, but to give in spirit, energy, service and in monetary kind...to be there for a brother or sister who needs your physicial presence and giving.

.A sibling had invested a whole weekend just listening and providing comfort...she sacrificed her rest hours...time set aside for relaxation to provide some form of healing between two loved ones and pray God, everything will be well...Unselfish actions just like that...People! it is indeed  getting more difficult for us as individuals to walk the commandment of Love... because the stress and troubles of everyday living just about overwhelms sometimes, leaving us to focus  on  taking care of our individual needs.alone ... It is unbelievable how this journey could spring so many surprises on us...guess that is what makes life interesting and challenging.

Sometimes, the guilt of not able to contribute to the expectations of others.. makes us avoid the very people who could give us comfort and  strength to do something worthwhile...And sometimes, we cannot catch the attention of the very persons or person, we long to talk to ...communicate...share moments with.....But the good God is always there, waiting, patient, ever-listening and ever-giving...People, even if you fall below expectations, and cannot  give ,  in the manner others expects of you or even ways, you, yourself would have wanted, do not fret,,,reach out, and whisper your limitations  into God's loving ears, ask for his guidance,  trust in his patience, His Peace and His Love, our God, knows everything that goes on in our heart and our lives....He understands and accept us for what we are...

No to increase in prices of fuel, electricity etc...

We are in for a hard time, the fixed wage earners...what with the expected increase in price of  fuel, electricity and toll etc..etc....we will really have to tighten our belts...take a room within walking distance from the workplace, keep all the windows and door open for natural cool air..(if we could keep the robbers and blood suckers out)..eat  more instant noodles.....remove all the airconditioners......do whatever it takes to survive! Hello! Out there, EVEN Without  these additional hardships, many people are already finding it a burden to feed their families and just stay afloat....

My Beloved Country, your people cries in frustration and deep anxiety. Your people calls out to their leaders, to spare them this ordeal of more worries, more hardship. It is the people who are on the borderline of "enough" and the  poor (sandwiched in between) that suffers the most, because these people loses out both ways- no help and assistance because they are perceived to earn enough to keep themselves..yet with no means of improving their monthly income..because it is fixed, save to moonlight  to cover the shortfall. In many ways, this group of people are the real poor people and they make up the biggest group. 

The up in prices does not stop there...there  will be an avalanche of consequential  repercussions across the board. Our trusted Elects! This is when, the people of this Land looks up you,  their elects to lead them-out of any impending quicksand that threatens. We have walked on solid ground for so long... and may this Land continue to stand firm and solid for ourselves, our children and the generations to come.

Isn't there a different route  out of  national bankruptcy??? Isn't  there a way, our elects could  spare the "have nots"  and the not so wealthy  people of this land  bankruptcy in their survival and livelihood ? Come on, THINK PEOPLE of this land..THINK SURVIVAL..for all! 

On the trail of sinfully , exotic Food!

Siblings! they could make you do crazy things and don' t you even mention the word age because it is non existent. They are teenagers all over again...and This bunch of  crazy people are going -chasing after good, tasty food....yeah three whole days of stuffing...."makaning" spree.   North is the  place..... they shall sniff and savour  whatever.......wherever.........and come back rubbing their bellies with glee.....(Hopefully, not looking like stuffed potatoes) And this writer says, Gone lah! her intention to eat rabbit food so that she could once again get into those lovely figure hugging clothes! Dream on! Plans gone  flying with the wind already lah! Is there some way, for her to eat to her heart's content and at the end of the journey, achieve a minus  few kilos???? That would be fantastic! Truth be told, she loves food ...she could eat the whole day long and there would still be room in her tummy for more......Sigh! If only her body wallops the unwanted meat faster than she eats...That would be  SOoooooo wonderfully great!...

Deep Reverence -Holy Spirit of God-

The Spirit gives Marie hope and He gives her direction. Somehow,  frustration vanishes and there is eagerness to face yet another day...God in his doting way has readied everything; she  only needed to trust and believe and all will be well. It is amazing how  one single day of the LSS could bring in so much energy; so much empowerment , Listlessness  lost its grip... . The Spirit gives her the presence of well being  that tens of thousands of angels surround her........dear people if you are down in the dumps and seems to wake up on the wrong side of the bed all the time...let the Spirit heal your brokenness, let the Spirit guide angels into your lives so that you  smile again;  that meaning shape your very being and you become much more aware of the many blessings in your lives and praise God with gratitude for this beautiful journey given you.

Life in the Spirit -A Journey

Life in the Spirit, it is not a seminar! Indeed, it is a continuous journey with the Spirit of God. ... Now....right through eternity.. the Holy  Spirit  keeps us alive and  closed to God....And Psalm 103......Marie never really saw the significance of those beautiful amazing words of love  until.this was appropriately high-lighted .tonight......the start of nine weeks journey with the Spirit...It says with great  clarity:

Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me;
Bless His Holy Name! Bless the Lord, O my soul,
and forget not all His benefits, who forgives all your iniquity,
who heals all your diseases; who redeems your life from the pit
who crowns you with STEADFAST love and mercy
who satisfies you with good as long as you live
so that your youth is renewed like the eagles

Incredibly powerful! People remember these words and believe ..., the Spirit renews and breathes  new life, rejuvenates you each and every day, that you become a new person through the power and love of God. Inspired is the word and yes, there is great certainty  in those words ...God crowns her, Marie with steadfast love and mercy.... The message is for all but Marie is going to be possessive and claim that love for her own...and so should you all,  brothers and sisters...treat the beautiful words of  Psalms 103 as the gift of God's love on  you personally, let your soul rise up and bless the Lord and you will surely experience the goodness of God.

Brilliant is the word Brother Vincent! Surely you have been blessed with the Holy Spirit this night...and yes brother,,walking with the Spirit is indeed a divine experience like one never experienced before! It is a great feeling that God has ordained... every one of our steps...leading back to Him...it is His personal Calling that we meet to praise, worship and offer thanksgiving for the STEADFAST LOVE  given us...

Importance of instilling Good values in our young

We were talking about filial piety,a group of us mothers.....and  the conclusion? The sad reality of today's world that children forget that they were born of parents who raised and took such good care of them, as babies, to where they are now.Parents who did everything in their power to  give the best education to their children , food, clothings etc..Emptied their savings for their precious bundles of joy.Then when they are grown, successful and their own person, they forget the hardship and sacrifices of their parents...they thought that they had never gone through the baby and growing up stage and they do not owe anybody any gratitude.They become little monsters..... so common nowadays..so very sad. Of course, we do have the treasures of the earth who shines bright like the North Star but these are so getting scarce ,..endangered species...

A sister in Christ lamented that her daughter a born catholic had never felt the urge to attend Sunday mass, she had also never felt the need to help around the house, do not contribute towards the household expenses and that stresses her. Well, sister, you are not alone in your pain. Many mothers go through similar frustrations. Perhaps they the children, need the gentle breath of the Holy Spirit. Children, brought up in the christian spirit are more loving and caring. Again this is from observations. The stress of living has caused many of us to travel  on the big broad road,   avoiding the narrower path and this has caused actions and life away from God, from the voice of the Holy Spirit. YT believes that this is what is causing parents the pain and heartaches in today's world. We did not work hard enough to instill christian values and upbringing. We did not plant enough faith and goodness into our children and so they are without the nutrients which enables them to  pass goodness on to others, their own parents, their own off springs, friends...communities etc..

God makes the difference. in our lives And YT firmly believes, God lights and guides the hearts of children and all faithful.. if only we open a little window and allow his divine light to shine in....

Gratitute is beautiful

A daughter gives thanks to her father for the gift of faith..and in full view and hearing of all her friends and faithful. Marie thought she has never heard anything more beautiful and touching. The resounding applause of approval to her action, is testimony to this fact.

How proud her father must have felt; how thankful to God, that he has done the right thing...carried out his responsibilities well. and Marie thought how much more pleased the Father in Heaven if we constantly praise and offer thanksgiving for all his Providence to our needs. Just as each and every parent swell with pride, the acknowledgment and gratitude  of our children,their show of filial piety,  so too our heavenly Father would appreciate our acknowledgment and our constant honour and worship of his love.......but it has to be  genuine and spontaneous, truly from the heart and soul. Folks, let us never forget to offer thanks each and everyday!