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27/05/2026

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19 members of our community have received the sacrament of Confirmation on the Solemnity of Pentecost during the celebration of the Holy Mass at Sé Cathedral. The Confirmation was conferred by Archbishop Savio Hon SDB.

In his homily, Archbishop Hon has explained the richness of the liturgical action in conferring Confirmation--"Feel the pressure of the hands of a successor of the apostles on your heads. Savour the scent of chrism, be open to the Holy Spirit!" He also pointed out that the candidates are now soldiers of Christ and they have to cultivate piety, have an open heart, and persevere in facing life's difficulties, like the Chinese martyrs, who also "received the same Spirit." He then turned his attention to the pectoral cross he is wearing, which was gifted to him by an abbot--"in this pectoral cross, there is a box that contains something precious--it contains the relics of the Chinese martyrs."

To understand more the Paraclete who defends us from the Evil One, Archbishop Hon mentioned three descriptions of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the Sequence before the Gospel--welcome guest, sweet refreshment, and grateful coolness.

Congratulations again to the new soldiers of Christ!

For those interested in receiving the Sacraments of Initiation or in deepening their Catholic faith, feel free to message our page.

25/05/2026

Out now! In his first encyclical “Magnifica humanitas”, on the Church’s social doctrine in the era of Artificial intelligence, Pope Leo XIV appeals for the safeguarding of humanity, promotion of truth, dignity of work, social justice, and .

Read the Encyclical Here: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

25/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the memorial of Mary, Mother of the Church (Mater Ecclesiae). Although the title Mater Ecclesiae has long been honored in the Church since Pope Paul VI’s declaration in 1964, this feast was officially added to the General Roman Calendar by Pope Francis in 2018. Celebrated on the Monday after Pentecost, the memorial highlights the Blessed Virgin’s vital role not only in the growth of the early Christian community but also in her ongoing maternal care for the Church today. This feast reminds us that she continues to guide the Church, leading us ever closer to her Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

“Mother, help our faith!
Open our ears to hear God’s word and to recognize his voice and call.
Awaken in us a desire to follow in his footsteps, to go forth from our own land and to receive his promise.
Help us to be touched by his love, that we may touch him in faith.
Help us to entrust ourselves fully to him and to believe in his love, especially at times of trial, beneath the shadow of the cross, when our faith is called to mature.
Sow in our faith the joy of the Risen One.
Remind us that those who believe are never alone.
Teach us to see all things with the eyes of Jesus, that he may be light for our path. And may this light of faith always increase in us, until the dawn of that undying day which is Christ himself, your Son, our Lord!” (Lumen Fidei, 2013)

24/05/2026

24/05/2026

🕊️ Pentecost Sunday reminds us that God never leaves His people without strength, guidance, and grace.

The fire that descended upon the apostles still burns today—transforming fearful hearts into courageous witnesses of Christ. ❤️‍🔥

May this day renew your faith, deepen your love for God, and awaken in you the courage to live boldly for Jesus.

Lord, renew Your Church and set our hearts ablaze with Your love. 🙏

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24/05/2026

On the solemnity of Pentecost, which this year is celebrated on May 24, Catholics have the opportunity to gain a plenary indulgence by praying or singing the hymn “Veni Creator Spiritus”, under the usual conditions:

Detachment from all sin, even venial.
Sacramental confession, holy Communion, and prayer for the intentions of the pope.

These conditions can be fulfilled a few days before or after performing the works to gain the indulgence, but it is appropriate that Communion and the prayer take place on the same day that the work is completed.

A single sacramental confession is sufficient for several plenary indulgences, but frequent sacramental confession is encouraged in order to obtain the grace of deeper conversion and purity of heart.

Find the full “Veni Creator Spiritus” at https://www.ewtnnews.com/world/us/how-catholics-can-receive-a-plenary-indulgence-on-pentecost

23/05/2026

Tonight, as we conclude the celebration of the last Mass of Pentecost Sunday, we extinguish the flame of the Paschal Candle.
This moment also marks the end of the Easter season. Throughout these fifty days, the Paschal Candle has stood as a symbol of the light and presence of our Risen Lord.

As we celebrate Pentecost, we rejoice in the fulfillment of our Lord’s promise, that He will not leave us orphans, for the Holy Spirit now dwells within each of us. The light of the Paschal Candle may be extinguished, but the flame of God’s Spirit burns anew in our hearts, the fervent love that compels us to share the light and love of Christ with everyone we meet.

22/05/2026

When the Pope shows up in red, you KNOW it's a big deal. Pentecost is this Sunday — are you wearing red too?

18/05/2026

What You See During The Holy Mass Vs. What Is Really Happening

17/05/2026

ASCENSION VS. ASSUMPTION

The Church teaches that the Ascension refers to Jesus Christ returning to Heaven by His own divine power forty days after His Resurrection (Acts 1:9–11; Mark 16:19). Through the Ascension, Christ completes His earthly mission and is exalted at the right hand of the Father (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 659–667).

The Assumption refers to Mary being taken body and soul into Heaven by God’s power. This Marian dogma was solemnly defined by Pope Pius XII in Munificentissimus Deus (1950). The Assumption reflects the fulfillment of God’s promise of resurrection and eternal glory for the faithful (1 Corinthians 15:22–23; Revelation 12:1).