January 1, 2026 — Following the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy in Vancouver, much of the public’s focus has rightfully been on the young lives lost and the grieving families. Yet quietly, in homes, prayer groups, and community halls, another group continues to process their grief: our seniors. 

December 16, 2025 —The Philippines is known to have one of the longest, if not the longest Christmas seasons in the world.

December 1, 2025 — In 1521, Lapu-Lapu stood, a local chieftain, on the shores of Mactan in the Philippines and declared his community’s right to exist and live freely and fully.

November 16, 2025 — Days after the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy, a powerful memorial began to take shape. Handwritten notes soon appeared on the fence; scrawled on notepads, scraps of paper, even napkins.

November 1, 2025 – The Philippines was colonized by Spain for over 300 years (1521 to 1898) so majority of Filipinos are Catholic.  Although the church has lost many young Filipinos to modern times through the years, 79% of Filipinos are still Catholic today. 

October 16, 2025 – On the night of April 26, friends, colleagues, neighbors, current and former students worldwide – some I have not heard from in twenty years – sent text messages and calls offering condolences and support following Vancouver’s “darkest day.”