DAILY- HOMILY

MAY 31, 2012
THURSDAY 8TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YR II
THE VISITATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16 / Lk 1:39-56

ZEPHANIAH 3:14-18A
Cry out with joy, O daughter of Zion; rejoice, O people of Israel!
Sing joyfully with all your heart, daughter of Jerusalem! Yahweh has
lifted your sentence and has driven your enemies away. Yahweh, the
king of Israel is with you; do not fear any misfortune. On that day
they will say to Jerusalem: Do not be afraid nor let your hands
tremble, for Yahweh your God is within you, Yahweh, saving warrior. He
will jump for joy on seeing you, for he has revived his love. For you
he will cry out with joy, as you do in the days of the Feast. I will
drive away the evil I warned you about, and you will no longer be
shamed.

LUKE 1:39-56
Mary then set out for a town in the hill country of Judah. She entered
the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard
Mary's greeting, the baby leapt in her womb. Elizabeth was filled with
holy spirit, and giving a loud cry, said, "You are most blessed among
women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! How is it that the
mother of my Lord comes to me? The moment your greeting sounded in my
ears, the baby within me suddenly leapt for joy. Blessed are you who
believed that the Lord's word would come true!" And Mary said, "My
soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit exults in God my
savior! He has looked upon his servant in her lowliness, and people
forever will call me blessed. The Mighty One has done great things for
me, Holy is his Name! From age to age his mercy extends to those who
live in his presence. He has acted with power and done wonders, and
scattered the proud with their plans. He has put down the mighty from
their thrones, and lifted up those who are downtrodden. He has filled
the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty. He held
out his hand to Israel, his servant, for he remembered his mercy, even
as he promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants
forever." Mary remained with Elizabeth about three months, and then
returned home.

REFLECTION
The verses of Isaiah invite us to sing joyfully of the wonders of God,
our Salvation. He is our strength and we will not fear; we give Him
praise. He is the fountain of our salvation. We proclaim His love to
all nations.

Are we always aware of this joy, of this privilege that is given to
us?

In the Gospel narrative, when Elizabeth hears the voice of Mary, the
baby in her womb leaps for joy! Thus we have the first part of the
"Hail Mary." In response, Mary praises the Lord in a song of
Thanksgiving, which we call the "MAGNIFICAT". Indeed the Church prays
this every day at Vespers. Like the Virgin Mary, we the believers
express our gratitude for the many blessings of the day.

As we celebrate today the feast of the Visitation, let us continue to
be thankful for the many visits of the Lord in our lives. The Lord
invites us all the time to be one with him. Thank you Lord for
creating us, for loving us, for calling us to be part of your body the
Church, for teaching us and gathering us into one sheepfold.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Barbie Atienza
- Chief Samrose Anyaugo and Cordelia Anyaugo
- Jack, Brian, Michael B, Maria, Ben, Gene L, Kristen, Linda O, Mary
Ann, Delores & Fr Larry
- Mon Torres
- Ditas dela Paz
- Tito Oreta
… for the personal intentions of
- Dr Ugonna Anyaugo ; Ogechi Anyaugo;Barr Obinna Okoronkwo; Barr (Mrs)
Barbara Adaugo Okoronkwo; Ifeanyi Matt Anyaugo ;Chuboy O. Anyaugo
- Ruth
- Eugene R, Dana, Rita & Pam, John T
- Beny and Soraya Chua
- Pauline
- Veronica Yap
… Wedding Anniversary: Engr. Celestino and Rosa Maria V. Condor
… for the eternal repose of the souls of
- Leo Mabale, Betty Marcelo, Lonky Aganon
- Olga, Salvadora
Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light shine upon them.
May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Jennifer Yulo Uy
- Wedding Anniversary: Raymond & Mary Jane Lim Yu
- Thanksgiving: Dennis, Wendy, Gabe, Aleks & Iñigo Jugueta
- In Memoriam (+): Eduardo Romulo Bengzon
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 30, 2012
WEDNESDAY 8TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YR II
MEMORIAL, SAINT JOAN OF ARC

1 Pt 1:18-25 / Mk 10:32-45

1 PETER 1:18-25
Remember that you were freed from the useless way of life of your
ancestors, not with gold and silver but with the precious blood of the
Lamb without spot or blemish. God, who has known Christ before the
world began, revealed him to you in the last days. Through him, you
have faith in God who raised him from the dead and glorified him in
order that you might put all your faith and hope in God. In obeying
the truth, you have gained interior purification from which comes
sincere mutual love. Love one another, then, with all your heart,
since you are born again, not from mortal beings, but with enduring
life, through the Word of God who lives and remains forever. It is
writ ten: All flesh is grass and its glory like the flowers of the
field. The grass withers and the flower falls, but the Word of the
Lord endures forever. This Word is the Gospel which has been brought
to you.

MARK 10:32-45
They were on the road going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking
ahead. The Twelve were anxious, and those who followed were afraid.
Once more Jesus took the Twelve aside to tell them what was to happen
to him. "You see we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will
be given over to the chief priests and the teachers of the Law. They
will condemn him to death, and hand him over to the foreigners, who
will make fun of him, spit on him, scourge him, and finally kill him;
but three days later he will rise." James and John, the sons of
Zebedee, came to Jesus and said to him, "Master, we want you to grant
us what we are going to ask of you." And he said, "What do you want me
to do for you?" They answered, "Grant us to sit, one at your right
hand and one at your left, when you come in your glory." But Jesus
said to them, "You don't know what you are asking. Can you drink the
cup that I drink, or be baptized in the way I am baptized?" They
answered, "We can." And Jesus told them, "The cup that I drink you
will drink, and you will be baptized in the way that I am baptized;
but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant. It has
been prepared for others." On hearing this, the other ten were angry
with James and John. Jesus then called them to him and said, "As you
know, the so-called rulers of the nations act as tyrants, and their
great ones oppress them. But it shall not be so among you; whoever
would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be
first among you shall make himself slave of all. Think of the Son of
Man, who has not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life
to redeem many."

REFLECTION
Christ finally goes to Jerusalem with his apostles, telling them that
he would suffer and be crucified. The apostles are bewildered and
afraid. Yet James and John approach Jesus, asking for the greatest
seats in his Kingdom. How must Christ have felt? Instead of
commiseration, he is callously asked for rewards. An argument ensues
among the apostles, which Christ stops with his words, "The Son of Man
did not come to be served, but to serve." The selfishness of the
apostles is disturbing. But they loyally follow Jesus to Jerusalem.

What about us? What is our true reason for following Christ? Are we
simply trying to earn points in heaven? Let us respond to Jesus' life
and love for us. Let us try to do as he did.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Josefina Corbillon, Yolanda Caberto, Fr. Tony Claudio
- Barbie Atienza
- Chief Samrose Anyaugo and Cordelia Anyaugo
- Jack, Brian, Michael B, Maria, Ben, Gene L, Kristen, Linda O, Mary
Ann, Delores & Fr Larry
- Mon Torres
- Ditas dela Paz
- Tito Oreta
… for the personal intentions of
- Dr Ugonna Anyaugo ; Ogechi Anyaugo;Barr Obinna Okoronkwo; Barr (Mrs)
Barbara Adaugo Okoronkwo; Ifeanyi Matt Anyaugo ;Chuboy O. Anyaugo
- Ruth
- Eugene R, Dana, Rita & Pam, John T
- Beny and Soraya Chua
- Pauline
- Veronica Yap
… Wedding Anniversary: Engr. Celestino and Rosa Maria V. Condor
… for the eternal repose of the souls of Leo Mabale, Betty Marcelo,
Lonky Aganon. Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light
shine upon them. May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Andrew Gregory Son
- Birthday: Glenda R. Barretto
- Wedding Anniversary: Ted & Jessie Go
- Wedding Anniversary: Tom & Swasi Eberlein
- In Memoriam (+): Lim Chen Hun (Apr 15, 1897 - May 30, 1968)+
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 29, 2012
TUESDAY 8TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YR II

1 Pt 1:10-16 / Mk 10:28-31

1 PETER 1:10-16
This was the salvation for which the prophets so eagerly looked when,
in days past, they foretold the favor of God with regard to you. But
they could only investigate when the Spirit of Christ present within
them pointed out the time and the circumstances of this—the sufferings
of Christ and the glories which would follow. It was revealed to them
that they were working not for themselves but for you. Thus, in these
days, after the Holy Spirit has been sent from heaven, the Gospel's
preachers have taught you these mysteries which even the angels long
to see. So, then, let your spirit be ready. Be alert, with confident
trust in the grace you will receive when Jesus Christ appears. Like
obedient children, do not return to your former life given over to
ignorance and passions. Imitate the one who called you. As he is holy
so you, too, be holy in all your conduct, since Scripture says: Be
holy for I am holy.

MARK 10:28-31
Peter spoke up and said, "We have given up everything to follow you."
Jesus answered, "Truly, there is no one who has left house, or
brothers or sisters, or father or mother, or children, or lands, for
my sake and for the Gospel, who will not receive his reward. I say to
you: even in the midst of persecution, he will receive a hundred times
as many houses, brothers, sisters, mothers, children, and lands in the
present time, and in the world to come eternal life. Do pay attention:
many who now are the first will be last, and the last, first."

REFLECTION
In today's first reading, Peter reminds his converts of their
extraordinary privilege as the heirs of the prophets, who had been
given insights into the wonders of the redemption to come. But they
would have been amazed had they known that the recipients of such
graces would be mostly Gentiles.

Peter rightly stresses the responsibility and demands a change in
behavior that illustrates a change of heart. Since the Church's model
is Jesus Himself, holiness is an urgent necessity so that we do not
grieve the Holy Spirit who dwells in us and wants to work through us.
Since all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God, we
should shout his praises and ring out our joy not only in prayer, but
also in everyday life.

Jesus promised a great reward to those who made the supreme sacrifice
of leaving their family and possessions for him. Since they had sought
his kingdom as their first priority, he would see to all their needs.
Effectively Jesus said: "If you have any needs, forget yourself and
think or me and allow me to take care of you." How wonderful to get
the best of the deal!

As we worship the Lord today, let us ask him to guide us in his ways
so that we may always experience his strength in our life.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Josefina Corbillon, Yolanda Caberto, Fr. Tony Claudio
- Barbie Atienza
- Chief Samrose Anyaugo and Cordelia Anyaugo
- Jack, Brian, Michael B, Maria, Ben, Gene L, Kristen, Linda O, Mary
Ann, Delores & Fr Larry
- Mon Torres
- Ditas dela Paz
- Tito Oreta
… for the personal intentions of
- Dr Ugonna Anyaugo ; Ogechi Anyaugo;Barr Obinna Okoronkwo; Barr (Mrs)
Barbara Adaugo Okoronkwo; Ifeanyi Matt Anyaugo ;Chuboy O. Anyaugo
- Ruth
- Eugene R, Dana, Rita & Pam, John T
- Beny and Soraya Chua
… Birthday : S. Ma. Aileen Billanes, RVM
… for the eternal repose of the souls of Leo Mabale, Betty Marcelo,
Lonky Aganon. Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light
shine upon them. May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Marie Cristine R. Evidente
- Birthday: Alessandra Justine Yu Ampil
- Birthday: Arch. Thomas Diokno
- Birthday: Fer Capati
- Wedding Anniversary: Allen & Juliet Gotamco Dy
- Thanksgiving: Sr. Nancy Vy, MIC
- Thanksgiving: Dennis, Jocelyn, Henry & Hannah Triumfo
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 28, 2012
MONDAY 8TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YR II

1 Pt 1:3-9 / Mk 10:17-27

1 PETER 1:3-9
Let us praise God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for his great
mercy. In raising Jesus Christ from the dead he has given us new life
and a living hope. The inheritance that does not corrupt nor goes bad
nor passes away was reserved to you in heavens, since God's power
shall keep you faithful until salvation is revealed in the last days.
There is cause for joy, then, even though you may, for a time, have to
suffer many trials. Thus will your faith be tested, like gold in a
furnace. Gold, however, passes away but faith, worth so much more,
will bring you in the end praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ
appears. You have not yet seen him and yet you love him; even without
seeing him, you believe in him and experience a heavenly joy beyond
all words, for you are reaching the goal of your faith: the salvation
of your souls.

MARK 10:17-27
Just as Jesus was setting out on his journey again, a man ran up,
knelt before him and asked, "Good Master, what must I do to have
eternal life?" Jesus answered, "Why do you call me good? No one is
good but God alone. You know the commandments: Do not kill, do not
commit adultery, do not steal, do not bear false witness, do not
cheat, honor your father and mother." The man replied, "I have obeyed
all these commandments since my childhood." Then Jesus looked steadily
at him and loved him and he said, "For you, one thing is lacking. Go,
sell what you have and give the money to the poor, and you will have
riches in heaven. Then come and follow me." On hearing these words,
his face fell and he went away sorrowful, for he was a man of great
wealth. Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, "How hard it is
for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!" The disciples
were shocked at these words, but Jesus insisted, "Children, how hard
it is to enter the kingdom of God! It is easier for a camel to go
through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the
kingdom of God." They were more astonished than ever and wondered,
"Who, then, can be saved?" Jesus looked steadily at them and said,
"For human beings it is impossible, but not for God; all things are
possible with God."

REFLECTION
Several writers have written reflections on this Gospel focusing on
the rich young man's inability to give up his wealth to follow Jesus,
and how difficult it is for him to enter the Kingdom of God. However,
an often-overlooked passage is the last one where the Lord answers the
disciples with the phrase "all things are possible with God."

"All things are possible with God." These six words express the
tremendous love and hope that the Lord wants us to feel. There may be
so much to worry about and so much to fear, but we must remember: God
is love; He has never let us down. We have a God who loves us, who
searches for us, finds us, and forgives us, and finds a way for us to
get back to His Grace. Truly, all things are possible with God.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Renan Lacida and Rowena Yap
- Josefina Corbillon, Yolanda Caberto, Fr. Tony Claudio
- Barbie Atienza
- Chief Samrose Anyaugo and Cordelia Anyaugo
- Jack, Brian, Michael B, Maria, Ben, Gene L, Kristen, Linda O, Mary
Ann, Delores & Fr Larry
… for the personal intentions of
- Josheil Dapo
- Andrew G.
- Dr Ugonna Anyaugo ; Ogechi Anyaugo;Barr Obinna Okoronkwo; Barr (Mrs)
Barbara Adaugo Okoronkwo; Ifeanyi Matt Anyaugo ;Chuboy O. Anyaugo
- Ruth
- Eugene R, Dana, Rita & Pam, John T
… Birthday: S. Ma. Aileen Billanes, RVM
… for the eternal repose of the souls of
- Fr. James T. Meehan S.J.
- Leo Mabale, Betty Marcelo, Lonky Aganon
Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light shine upon them.
May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Chelsea Heather Tan
- Birthday: Harry Yu
- Wedding Anniversary: Gabby & Helen Tong
- In Memoriam (+): Jose Yan Sy +
- In Memoriam (+): Edmundo Inocentes (Nov 16, 1936-May 28, 2002)
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 26, 2012
SATURDAY 7TH WEEK OF EASTER - YR II
MEMORIAL, SAINT PHILIP NERI

Acts 28:16-20, 30-31 / Jn 21:20-25

ACTS 28:16-20, 30-31
Upon our arrival in Rome, the captain turned the prisoners over to
the military governor but permitted Paul to lodge in a private house
with the soldier who guarded him. After three days, Paul called
together the leaders of the Jews. When they had gathered, he said to
them: "Brothers, though I have not done anything against our people or
against the traditions of our fathers, I was arrested in Jerusalem and
handed over to the Romans. They examined me and wanted to set me free,
for they saw nothing in my case that deserved death. But the Jews
objected, so I was forced to appeal to Caesar without the least
intention of bringing any case against my own people. Therefore, I
have asked to see you and speak with you, since it is because of the
hope of Israel that I bear these chains." Paul stayed for two whole
years in a house he himself rented, where he received without any
hindrance all those who came to see him. He proclaimed the kingdom of
God and taught the truth about Jesus Christ, the Lord, quite openly
and without any hindrance.

JOHN 21:20-25
Peter looked back and saw that the disciple Jesus loved was following
as well, the one who had reclined close to Jesus at the supper, and
had asked him, "Lord, who is to betray you?" On seeing him, Peter
asked Jesus, "Lord, what about him?" Jesus answered, "If I want him to
remain until I come, does that concern you? Follow me!" Because of
this the rumor spread in the community that this disciple would not
die. Yet Jesus had not said to Peter, "He will not die," but, "Suppose
I want him to remain until I come." It is this disciple who testifies
about the things he has written here, and we know that his testimony
is true. But Jesus did many other things; if all were written down, I
think the world itself could not contain the books that should be
written.

REFLECTION
We have reached the conclusion of another Easter season. We have
listened to the stories of the early Church from the perspective of
Peter and Paul. We have heard how Peter grew to be the spiritual
leader of the Apostles and of the missionary journeys and experiences
of Paul.

We are all servants and followers of Jesus, but we can differ in our
manner of serving him. While Peter and Paul followed Jesus to their
own martyrdom, John, the beloved disciple of Jesus, followed Jesus by
witnessing to the life story of Jesus even in his old age. He gave us
the fourth Gospel with his deep insights into the mystery of Jesus.

In today's Gospel, Jesus tells Peter that his mission is to follow him
in any way that he is called to do. This is the same mission that is
given to each one of us. Perhaps we did not hear of this in the same
way that Peter or Paul received their mission, but as Christians, each
one of us has been called to be a disciple of Jesus in the world, to
different vocations in life. Whatever our vocation in life, may we
have the strength to carry out that calling.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Renan Lacida and Rowena Yap
… for the personal intentions of
- Pauline
- Josheil Dapo
- Andrew G.
… for the eternal repose of the souls of Fr. James T. Meehan S.J.
Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light shine upon them.
May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Susie Tsoi
- Birthday: Frances Francoise Tee
- In Memoriam (+): Han Yee, Uang
- In Memoriam (+): Digna Casuela
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 25, 2012
FRIDAY 7TH WEEK OF EASTER - YR II
MEMORIAL, SAINT BEDE THE VENERABLE*; SAINT GREGORY VII*; SAINT MARY
MAGDALEN DE'PAZZI*

Acts 25:13b-21 / Jn 21:15-19

ACTS 25:13B-21
Some days later King Agrippa and his sister Bernice arrived in
Caesarea to greet Festus. As they were to stay there several days,
Festus told the king about Paul's case and said to him, "We have here
a man whom Felix left as a prisoner. When I was in Jerusalem, the
chief priests and the elders of the Jews accused him and asked me to
sentence him. I told them that it is not the custom of the Romans to
hand over a man without giving him an opportunity to defend himself in
front of his accusers. So they came and I took my seat without delay
on the tribunal and sent for the man. When the accusers had the floor,
they did not accuse him of any of the crimes that I was led to think
he had committed; instead they quarreled with him about religion and
about a certain Jesus who has died but whom Paul asserted to be alive.
I did not know what to do about this case, so I asked Paul if he
wanted to go to Jerusalem to be tried there. But Paul appealed to be
judged by the emperor. So I ordered that he be kept in custody until I
send him to Caesar."

JOHN 21:15-19
After they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon,
son of John, do you love me more than these?" He answered, "Yes, Lord,
you know that I love you." And Jesus said, "Feed my lambs." A second
time Jesus said to him, "Simon, son of John, do you love me?" And
Peter answered, "Yes, Lord, you know that I love you." Jesus said to
him, "Look after my sheep." And a third time he said to him, "Simon,
son of John, do you love me?" Peter was saddened because Jesus asked
him a third time, "Do you love me?" and he said, "Lord, you know
everything; you know that I love you." Jesus then said, "Feed my
sheep! Truly, I say to you, when you were young, you put on your belt
and walked where you liked. But when you grow old, you will stretch
out your hands, and another will put a belt around you, and lead you
where you do not wish to go." Jesus said this to make known the kind
of death by which Peter was to glorify God. And he added, "Follow me."

REFLECTION
Today is the feast day of three saints. One was a teacher of Sacred
Scriptures who wrote many theological writings. Another was a pope who
worked for reforms in the Church. And the third was a Carmelite nun
blessed with supernatural gifts. All three saints had one thing in
common – they loved the Lord Jesus.

Perhaps all saints followed Jesus because they had first experienced
his deep love for them. They had felt Jesus forgiving their sins,
loving them when they were weak and comforting them when they were
down. In the Gospel, Peter felt that Jesus continued to love him even
after he had denied him three times. Perhaps that is why he loved
Jesus deeply. When we are loved, our reaction is to love in return.
Also when we love someone very much, we are ready to do anything for
our loved one. St. Peter, having experienced the Lord's forgiveness,
was now ready to offer his life for him. More humble, he cried out to
Jesus saying, "Lord, you know everything, you know that I love you."

Everyone who wants to serve the Lord must have been asked the
question: "Do you love me?" Do we love Jesus? Why do we love him? Is
it because we were told to do so? Is it because we are hoping to
receive a reward from him? Or is it because he has loved us first?

We cannot pretend to want to serve Jesus because we think we are
better than others. If we are called to feed his sheep, we do it with
love, humility and sincerity, knowing full well that anything we
achieve comes from God's grace.

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Mon Torres
- Ditas dela Paz
- Renan Lacida and Rowena Yap
… for the personal intentions of
- Pauline
- Josheil Dapo
- Andrew G.
… for the eternal repose of the souls of Fr. James T. Meehan S.J.
Eternal rest grant unto them and may perpetual light shine upon them.
May they and all the dearly departed rest in peace.
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Suzanne Go Kaw
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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MAY 24, 2012
THURSDAY 7TH WEEK OF EASTER – YEAR II

Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 / Jn 17:20-26

ACTS 22:30; 23:6-11
The next day the commander wanted to know for certain the charges the
Jews were making against Paul. So he released him from prison and
called together the High Priest and the whole Council; and they
brought Paul down and made him stand before them. Paul knew that part
of the Council were Sadducees and others Pharisees; so he spoke out in
the Council, "Brothers, I am a Pharisee, son of a Pharisee. It is for
the hope in the resurrection of the dead that I am on trial here." At
these words, an argument broke out between the Pharisees and the
Sadducees and the whole assembly was divided. For the Sadducees claim
that there is neither resurrection, nor angels nor spirits, while the
Pharisees acknowledge all these things. Then the shouting grew louder,
and some teachers of the Law of the Pharisee party protested, "We find
nothing wrong with this man. Maybe a spirit or an angel has spoken to
him." With this the argument became so violent that the commander
feared that Paul would be torn to pieces by them. He therefore ordered
the soldiers to go down and rescue him from their midst and take him
back to the fortress. That night the Lord stood by Paul and said,
"Courage! As you have borne witness to me here in Jerusalem, so must
you do in Rome."

JOHN 17:20-26
I pray not only for these, but also for those who through their word
will believe in me. May they all be one, as you Father are in me and I
am in you. May they be one in us, so that the world may believe that
you have sent me. I have given them the glory you have given me, that
they may be one as we are one: I in them and you in me. Thus they
shall reach perfection in unity; and the world shall know that you
have sent me, and that I have loved them, just as you loved me.
Father, since you have given them to me, I want them to be with me
where I am, and to see the glory you gave me, for you loved me before
the foundation of the world. Righteous Father, the world has not known
you, but I have known you, and these have known that you have sent me.
As I revealed your Name to them, so will I continue to reveal it, so
that the love with which you loved me may be in them, and I also may
be in them."

REFLECTION
Paul as a missionary appears before the Sanhedrin to answer their
accusation. The Pharisees believe in the resurrection, while the
Sadducees don't. Since the Sanhedrin is composed of Pharisees and
Sadducees, Paul states that he was brought before them because of his
belief in the resurrection of the dead. A verbal uproar becomes
violent between the nonbelievers. The commander has to rescue Paul
from the crowd, otherwise they might finish him. Let's imagine
ourselves as members of the Sanhedrin. How would we have reacted with
the statement of Paul regarding the resurrection of the dead?

In today's Gospel Jesus prays: "I pray not only for these but for
those who through their word will believe in me. May they also be one
as you Father are in me and I am in you. May they be one in us so the
world may believe that you have sent me."

Among the four evangelists, only St. John presents the sacerdotal
prayer of Jesus. Can we feel the closeness of Jesus to us as we read
and discern these Scripture passages? Can we then pray the prayer of
Jesus? As missionaries of Jesus, can we be sent by the Father and
experience the same unity with God?

PRAYER REQUESTS
We pray …
… for a deep and profound respect for life, especially for the
unborn.
… for the speedy recovery and healing of
- Fr. Ismael Zuloaga, SJ
- Mon Torres
- Ditas dela Paz
- Renan Lacida and Rowena Yap
… for the personal intentions of
- Pauline
- Josheil Dapo
… for all the prayer intentions in the MTQ Dailyprayer Diary.
- Birthday: Elizabeth Go
- In Memoriam (+): Rita Borja
… for families who are in need of healing
… for world peace and reconciliation.

Finally, we pray for one another, for those who have asked our prayers
and for those who need our prayers the most.

Have a good day!

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