Joseph M. Jordan 
Last week with my family, we celebrated my uncle’s new position in the church as pastor. Having been raised in a Christian family and ministered for fifteen years, it is not new to hear of such appointments. During the celebration, some guests called him minister, others reverend. The three terms may seem similar, but there … Read more
As a born-again Christian raised in a family of pastors, I believe in the power of prayers. I get to communicate with my Father in Heaven through prayers and dedicate all my needs and those of other people to Him. Recently, I have been praying for my mother-in-law asking God to uplift her. She was … Read more
Rosary services demand a lot of severe respect and commitment from those attending. One of the most significant things I consider and tell people to do is be mindful of their outfits. The outfit I pick for such an event affects those I will come across and those who see me. Because of my strict … Read more
As a born-again Christian with 15 years of experience in the Christian Ministry, I believe that God rewards those who volunteer to serve others. Fallen police officers are a good example of people who have chosen to serve and die for others. I always pray for the soul of fallen officers and their families because … Read more
The beauty of studying the bible is uncovering hidden meanings behind some terms and numbers. In my 15 years as a Christian, I only took in the surface-level meaning of the scripture, and it wasn’t until I noticed how some words, phrases, or numbers are used more than others that I took my Bible study … Read more
As a born-again Christian, born and raised in a family of pastors, I believe that St Benedict can intercede for me to God for His protection. Whenever I feel like I am faced with danger from evil plans or witchcraft, I pray and request St Benedict to ask God on my behalf to offer me … Read more
Having a sick parent or loved one can really weigh us down. A few months ago, I was in those shoes. My Father got ill from nowhere and spent a substantial amount of time in the hospital. I thank God for my spiritual family, as during that challenging time, only God was our source of … Read more
After concluding our weekly bible study, we usually gather in groups to check on each other, have snacks, and for some light-hearted conversations. With Easter almost coming to an end, one of the most looked-forward-to events is the Easter vigil service. I noticed that aside from being excited to celebrate its meaning, people animatedly spoke … Read more
Baptisms have been there for quite some time, and at my age, I have never been invited to this wonderful ceremony by anyone. Recently, a friend of mine invited me to her daughter’s baptism ceremony and I am excited but I have been wondering what to wear to a catholic baptism as a guest. Please … Read more
Two years ago, my cousin got married in what I would call a fairy tale wedding. Being part of the planning team revealed to me just how stressful wedding planning can be. It also taught me how important a rehearsal can be to the overall success of the big day. Since it does the same … Read more