Monthly Archives: June 2017

Diversity and Freedom of Religion

Posted on June 22, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

[Introductory Discussion, Pakighinabi, 21 June 2017] While the country may have celebrated independence from Spain 119 years ago, our struggle today must also be for independence from religious extremism and intolerance.  This comes from an irreligious position which as a … Continue reading →

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Knowledge, Wisdom and Divine Folly

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

[Homily:  Mass of the Holy Spirit, ADDU Schools of Higher Education, Chapel of the Assumption, June 15,2017.] Once again we gather at the beginning of the academic year in Eucharistic Celebration. We come together as a university community of teachers and … Continue reading →

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Orlando Cardinal Quevedo on Terrorism in Mindanao, etc.

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

[Fr; Romy Saniel, OMI, has shared Orlando Cardinal Quevedo’s answers to a foreign journalist’s questions.  They may be important thoughts for the questions we have about the situation in Mindanao today.]   Answers to questions from Our Sunday Visitor, U.S.A. … Continue reading →

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May Atty. Boy Rest in Peace

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

Homily:  Mass of Christian Burial of Atty. Marcos “Boy” Risonar, Davao Memorial Park, 14 June 2017   This afternoon we come together in Eucharistic celebration to lay to rest Atty. Marcos “Boy” Risonar. It is ironic that in a moment … Continue reading →

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Independence from Irreligious Extremism

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

We observe the 119th anniversary today of Philippine Independence in a somber mood, recalling the bravery of our soldiers in Marawi, and especially of those who sacrificed their lives that we might continue to be free.  As we solemnly recall … Continue reading →

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Walk Humbly with your God

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Joel Tabora, S.J.

[Address to the ADDU Faculty General Assembly at the Start of SY 2017-18, Finster Hall, June 5, 2017] It is my privilege to welcome you all – from our GS, JHS, SHS, our tertiary –level undergraduate Schools, our Graduate School … Continue reading →

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