Archive for February 21st, 2007

single and contented

Can I be single and contented and at peace during the Chinese New Year? Of course there are those who really are! However there are those with struggles of coping. We marrieds sometimes don’t realize the pain, loneliness, worry, regrets that older singles feel during this very family oriented festive season. The pain is amplified by teasing or insensitive remarks like, “When are you gonna get hitched up so we don’t have to keep giving you ang pows?” I wonder how can singles enjoy the festive season more? One good idea is to get out with other single friends, I mean, out of the country! Any other suggestions?

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Lent season begins

Lent season begins today. 40 days of reflection and consecration, in imitation of Jesus and his time in the wilderness, culminating on Easter Sunday, and not counting all the Sundays in the period. In countries like Brazil and Bolivia, Lent is preceded by a carnival, which actually means “farewell to meat” as Catholics are encouraged to fast from meat during the Lent season. How can we Christians use this season for the church’s spiritual growth? How can Lent be a season that renews our love for our Lord? What are some practical things we can do during this season?

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