The Tablet December 16, 2020
by Msgr. Jonas C. Achacoso, JCD
“Come on, let’s do it!” This is how my friend, Alexander Lateo, a crèche artist, has us many volunteers be involved in his project. Alex is one of those who received ten talents and passionately invested them in being a successful designer of crèches, a cartoonist, musician, and a long list of whatnot. The parish of Corpus Christi, Woodside, is so grateful for his passion and artistry, which are simply impressive. The parish, most importantly, is so grateful for this generous donation.
“When God wills something to happen, everything will fall into place perfectly, in the right place at the right time.”
The Tablet December 9, 2020
By Msgr. Jonas C. Achacoso, JCD
When the news broke about Pope Francis’ comment on promoting the “civil union” of homosexual couples, many people were asking my opinion on the issue. I admit that, at that time, I was also caught by surprise. I simply shrugged, not being able to say anything.
Like everyone else, I needed to know more to substantiate any opinion I would be making. I had then an inkling that all the confusion and consternation must be caused by something lost in translation. Indeed, it was! Now the Vatican has issued a note to clarify the confusion caused by statements taken out of context and manipulation of the text.