24/09/2025
ROSARY AS OUR WEAPON: DAY 1 OF NOVENA MASS
On the first day of the novena mass led by Rev. Fr. Simon Peter Ramos, OP, the mass was an inspiring opening for this year’s 58th Family Rosary Crusade. Rev. Fr. Simon proclaimed and reflected the Gospel of Luke. He then delivered a calm and knowledgeable homily, discussing how we should always be reminded to Take God with us, to always Trust God, and Triumph with God.
Taking God with us on every journey means inviting divine guidance, strength, and comfort into our lives. Ultimately, integrating God into our journeys transforms them into meaningful experiences, filled with purpose, gratitude, and a deeper connection to something greater than ourselves.
We need to always trust God because He offers unwavering love, guidance, and faithfulness that surpass human understanding. Trusting in God provides a sense of peace and security, even amidst life's uncertainties and challenges.
Triumphing with God signifies overcoming life's challenges with divine assistance and grace, rather than solely through personal strength. Successes achieved with God are often marked by humility and gratitude, reinforcing the importance of faith and reliance on a higher power. Ultimately, triumphing with God transforms victories into opportunities for spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of His purpose in our lives.
His message indeed became a motivation for us to continue our journey with god being with us to guide us and celebrate our achievements with us. With the rosary, we should devote ourselves to prayer and never lose faith.
Photo by: Celine Sadia
Caption by: Precious Denise Artates