Malaya

Today, we are celebrating Independence Day!

But the question is, Malaya nga ba?

Then, I suddenly reflected on the events and activities of the past few days and weeks. I can say that my heart is at peace! Even though there is a lot on my plate.

In the past few months, it has been gloomy and dark. I just walked without purpose. But, through His grace, I was able to overcome it.

Then, as I continue to reflect a few years ago, I had just attended a Mission training in one of the Catholic Lay group. The call was certain. I know that saying Yes will provide PEACE in my heart. That I will never regret, and even there is a need to take a step back from all the professional growth for a time.

Accom namin sa Quezon during Outreach, dito Sya nangusap

That commitment with the Lord is a divine promise with Him. Madaming pagkakataon ang nagdaan para sa pagsuyo. Pero madaming pagkakataon din na, “Wait lang po”. And the rest is HIStory.

The journey was tough. It is indeed a Roller coaster ride. It is not always a happy ride; there were times of downfall. There were times of losing and fulfilling purpose. That in every circumstance of a challenging moment, He is already molding me. He will surely repeat each lost moment unless I understand the reason behind it.

And, indeed, nakakapagod!

He tested my faith and my human character throughout those times. And as I reflected all those times, sobrang layo na. Malayo na pero malayo pa. Faith and character (as I believe) increased and developed. The AWE moments with Him are one of the best experiences of this Mission.

When I was in the gloomy days, I was just reminded of one of the sessions in our Mission training. “Sometimes when we are spiritually and physically tired, always reassess the posture of our heart.” Just focus on the cross, on Jesus Christ, in everything we do. It is Him, and Him alone.

Indeed, this place gave me a beautiful rest.  Short stay, pero ung saya na naihatid sa akin ng lugar na to,  Ito ang naging reflection ng saya ng Misyon na inihain nya sa akin for 2 years! (May 2025)

In today’s first reading, I am reminded that He is the only one who should shine after all. “For we do not preach ourselves but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your slaves for the sake of Jesus. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness”, has shone in our hearts to bring to light the knowledge of the glory of God on the face of Jesus Christ.

May we anchor our faith and trust in the heart of Jesus. May He shine after all. And through His grace, magiging Malaya din.

Lalaya din!!!

…Ilang bwan na lang… pero masayang balikan kung gaano naging magaling ang Diyos para maabot ang grasyang tinatamasa sa ngayon!

And for that may God be praised!