15/03/2026
SAN CARLOS SCHOOL OF CEBU
LENTEN RECOLLECTION | MARCH 13, 2026
Witnessing the Word, Walking Together: A Lenten Journey Toward New Life
With Fr. Sonny de Rivera, SVD
Our recent recollection became a sacred space where we learned again the grace of listening with the heart. In the spirit of synodality, we were reminded that the journey of faith is never meant to be walked alone. Instead, we walk together—listening deeply to God’s Word and to one another.
Listening with the heart means being open to others beyond our own opinions and judgments. It means truly paying attention and recognizing Christ in the stories, struggles and joys that people share. When we do this, we become witnesses of the Word not just through what we say but through how we walk with and support one another on the journey.
This reflects the spirit of synodality. As Pope Francis reminds us the Church is called to walk together. We listen to one another we discern together and we make decisions together. In this way the whole community journeys in faith while witnessing the Word and moving toward the new life that God promises.
We thank our facilitator Fr. Sonny de Rivera, SVD for guiding us in reflection and helping us grow in listening with the heart during this meaningful recollection.