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A call for debt justice and financial reform, inspired by the Jubilee tradition and Pope Francis’ vision.
1. The current debt crisis is global
Over 100 countries are currently facing a debt crisis, with 60% of their debt held by private creditors, making debt resolution even more complex.
The Church in Nigeria calls on government to put in place more equitable economic policies in order to “alleviate the burden on citizens.”
In April 2022, Sri Lanka announced the suspension of bond payments on its external debt. Since then, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has faced an unprecedented situation: a financial default that has exposed long-dragging economic vulnerabilities.
Pope Francis has called for debt cancellation in the context of the 2025 Jubilee Year, declaring that debt relief is a matter of social and economic justice. How will it affect the Philippines in particular? Will the new pontiff, who chose the name of Leo XIV, continue this advocacy?
One of the initiatives of the Jubilee Year is to urge wealthy nations to cancel the crushing debts of impoverished countries. Debt relief will allow struggling nations to redirect resources toward development, education, and healthcare, fostering a more equitable world.
Symbols help cultures express deep, intangible realities. Among them, the heart holds powerful significance, especially in biblical traditions. This article explores its evolving meaning–from the Bible to theology–revealing its role in faith, morality, and divine connection.
Raising children in today’s world is a profound responsibility, shaping not only their lives but their faith. At its core, parenting teaches the language of the heart–a love rooted in Christ that overcomes trials and transforms lives.
In his recent encyclical Dilexit Nos (He loved us), Pope Francis invited all Christians to rediscover the beauty and importance of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ. A deep and personal encounter with the Lord enhances our ability to love and serve others.
In his address to journalists at the Jubilee of the World of Communications at the Vatican, Pope Francis reminded them of the vocation and mission of journalism, urging them to tell stories of hope, rekindle courage, and inspire unity through transformative communication.
I believe Pope Leo XIV will continue Pope Francis’ legacy but with a different style. He will foster a missionary and synodal Church in the footsteps of his predecessor.
Pope Francis has profoundly influenced my spiritual and missionary life. I closely followed his ministry and teachings; his homilies, speeches, and writings have been a great source of inspiration for me.
Amid aggressive communication and the prevalent dissemination of negative narratives that promote discord and hatred, journalists need to share stories that ignite hope and compassion more than ever.
In choosing his papal name, it appears that Pope Leo XIV is planning to continue and further develop the just and compassionate steps laid out by the last Pope Leo, who launched modern Catholic Social Teaching.
Fr. Brian Gore, a dedicated Australian Columban missionary, lived a life of faith and social justice, championing the rights of the poor in the Philippines. As the Church looks to Pope Leo XIV for leadership in addressing poverty, abuse, and exploitation, Fr. Brian’s legacy stands as a beacon of faith in action.
Pope Leo XIV spent most of his career as a priest in Peru. He shunned away from the spotlight, but his work echoed across the Andes and as far as Rome. As Pope, he is seen as continuing the work of Pope Francis, making the church more missionary, inclusive, and closer to the people on the margins.
Paul of Tarsus was a bridge-builder between the civilizations of Asia and Europe; in fact, he himself formed a bridge between cultures, races, and human family streams. Paul is the model evangelizer for a globalized world.
Synodality’s prophetic nature refers to two significant things: 1) the task to read the signs of the times; and 2) the prophetic office or function of every baptized, the proclamation of the Gospel or evangelization, which is her core mission.
The Oxford Dictionary defines dreams as a cherished aspiration, an ambition, or an ideal. Dreams are visions God planted within your heart. To attain them, you work towards achieving the dream you have. Is it possible for dreams to become reality?
The 267th leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, Pope Leo XIV, has one significant quality: his “missionary heart.” Leo himself has extensive mission experience, working in Peru for over twenty years. He will imprint a missionary dynamism into his papacy.
The vocation of the prophet Ezekiel inspires us to live our own vocation and mission with simplicity, in the certainty that it is God who calls and strengthens us.
Inspired by the examples of St. Paul and St. Daniel Comboni, Fr. Randy Recalde from Calamba, Laguna, has sought his vocation in life since his teenage years. Raised in a devout family and shaped by his experiences in the parish, he decided to pursue mission work across continents.
This month, it is the turn of the very heart of the Jubilee: Forgiveness, primarily through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The forgiveness offered by God during the Holy Year, freely and unconditionally, is a source of new life and profound peace.
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The articles and content from the June 2025 Issue
The articles and content from the June 2025 Issue
Pope Francis has profoundly influenced my spiritual and missionary life. I closely followed his ministry and teachings; his homilies, speeches, and writings have been a great source of inspiration for me.
In his recent encyclical Dilexit Nos (He loved us), Pope Francis invited all Christians to rediscover the beauty and importance of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ. A deep and personal encounter with the Lord enhances our ability to love and serve others.
Raising children in today’s world is a profound responsibility, shaping not only their lives but their faith. At its core, parenting teaches the language of the heart–a love rooted in Christ that overcomes trials and transforms lives.
Symbols help cultures express deep, intangible realities. Among them, the heart holds powerful significance, especially in biblical traditions. This article explores its evolving meaning–from the Bible to theology–revealing its role in faith, morality, and divine connection.
Thirty years after its release, Evangelium Vitae remains a prophetic call to reject the culture of death and uphold the sanctity of all human life–born and unborn, poor and vulnerable, at every stage and condition.
Millions of children worldwide endure forced labor and exploitation, with many trafficked for sex or difficult work. In the Philippines, poverty and weak law enforcement fuel this crisis, demanding urgent action to protect the most vulnerable.
Pope Francis has tirelessly championed peace, calling for dialogue among nations and compassion for refugees; his heartfelt appeals echo across conflict zones, urging humanity to reject violence and embrace reconciliation and global solidarity.
In a rapidly changing world, the message of Jesus calls for skillful communication that resonates within diverse contexts. By embracing creativity and imagery, modern believers can effectively share this transformative message of compassion and hope.
In this second and final text of the series on “Francis the Great,” the author reminds us that Church renewals are engendered by those who give 100 percent of themselves to their dreams and not by those timid souls who remain glued to the sidelines, stifled by traditional bureaucracy, or overwhelmed by the crisis.
Pope Francis embodied the spirit of Vatican II, translating its vision into action. His papacy championed several core Council themes: collegiality, synodality, local church, dialogue and servant leadership. His reforms reflected the Council’s call for aggiornamento (renewal).
The story of Cain and Abel is a timeless reminder of how unchecked jealousy and hatred can lead to devastating consequences. Through their tragedy, we learn the importance of love, repentance, and forgiveness.
The prophet Elijah was called to serve God. With great faithfulness and unwavering trust, he listened in silence to the Lord’s voice and proclaimed His Word. Elijah’s vocation and mission challenge us to reflect on our vocation, inviting us to live it without reserve.
Established in 2022, St. Francis Xavier community serves the growing Catholic population in the Diocese of Balanga, in the province of Bataan. Rooted in the charism of St. Daniel Comboni, it fosters evangelization, indigenous people outreach, and missionary promotion and vocation.
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Described as a “shepherd who walked with his people,” the late pontiff was remembered in requiem Masses and public tributes across the country for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and enduring impact on Filipino faith communities.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, suggested that the heart of the mission is the work of Christ himself, of his living and active presence.
“Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Samoa are Pacific countries at risk of experiencing the worst consequences of internal and external debt.
The goings-on happening in the world today.
The goings-on happening in the world today.
The Order of Friars Minor honored the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople (in photo) alongside theologian Leonardo Boff, the Pan-Amazonian Ecclesial Network (REPAM), and the Laudato Si’ Movement with the 2025 Laudato Si’ Award.
After fifteen centuries of autonomy, the Orthodox Monastery of St. Catherine on Mount Sinai has passed into the hands of the Egyptian State.
The Justice and Peace Commission of the Spanish Bishops’ Conference published a message addressed to all Christians, asking them to abandon an attitude of “complicit silence” in the face of “so many ongoing wars” in the world and “especially in the beloved land of Palestine”.
Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, Bishop of Hong Kong, invited all the faithful to pray “that Leo XIV may set foot in China as Pope.”
“Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Samoa are Pacific countries at risk of experiencing the worst consequences of internal and external debt.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, suggested that the heart of the mission is the work of Christ himself, of his living and active presence.
Described as a “shepherd who walked with his people,” the late pontiff was remembered in requiem Masses and public tributes across the country for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and enduring impact on Filipino faith communities.
Father Luigi Fernando Codianni (in photo), 60, was elected superior general of the Comboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus.
One hundred and twenty-five faith leaders across continents have marked the Catholic Church’s Jubilee year by issuing a call for G20 finance ministers to work for an end to a debt crisis crippling efforts to tackle poverty and action on climate.
Father James “Jim” Kroeger (in photo), Maryknoll Missionary, is celebrating his 50th anniversary of priesthood, marking a life devoted to formation, education, and scholarship.
Despite a global decline in generosity in 2024, a recent study found that the Philippines remains among the top countries where people dedicate their time to helping others.
Rwanda-backed forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have announced that they paused their advance across the east of the country for humanitarian reasons.
Fr. Tesfaye Tadesse (in photo), former Superior General of the Comboni Missionaries, was ordained Auxiliary Bishop of the Archeparchy of Addis Ababa in Ethiopia. The ordination was done in the Ethiopian Rite that lasted for more than five hours.
Participants in a three-day conference in Rome for presidents of Episcopal Commissions for Communication and directors of diocesan Offices for Social Communication have expressed the need for Church leaders to receive formation in using AI for the good of humanity.
Bishops in the Philippines vowed action on sexual abuse cases after a US-based church watchdog published a database of Filipino clergymen facing accusations of sexual violence.
