Prayer to Blessed John Paull II

O Blessed Trinity, we thank you for having graced the church with Pope John Paul II and for allowing the tenderness of your fatherly care, the glory of the cross of Christ, and the splendor of the Holy Spirit, to shine through him. Trusting fully in your infinite mercy and in the maternal intercession of Mary, he has given us a living image of Jesus the Good Shepherd, and has shown us that holiness is the necessary measure of ordinary Christian life and is the way of achieving eternal communion with you. Grant us, by his intercession, and according to your will, the graces we implore, hoping that he will soon be numbered among your saints. Amen.

*official prayer to ask favor through the intercession of Pope John Paull II*

If you your request is granted through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II, please let the Cause of Pope John Paul II know through this address:

   Vicariato di Roma
   Piazza S. Giovanni in Laterano, 6/a
   00184 Roma, ITALY



HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Happy Mother's Day to all Mother's out there! I would like to thank all mother's who waited for 9 long months bearing a child. Who had sleepless nights taking care of their sick child. Taking time tutoring their child, preparing them for the future. Being the wings beneath the wings of their child. Accepting their flaws and failures. Willing to give their life to their child.

Once again, I would like to share this very touching story about a love of a mother:
http://aloysiusgonzaga-ph.blogspot.com/search/label/Love%20of%20a%20mother

The Vatican - A Virtual Tour

It has always been my dream to visit the Holy City, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistene Chapel. This is the Central governing body of the Catholic Church and sovereign entity recognized by international law. This is the world's smallest city or as I refer it, the city within a city. I have always dreamt of having an audience with the Pope. Touring the Basilica, going to the Sistine Chapel and be amazed with the paintings. Unfortunately, the time is not yet now. In God's time I might have the chance to visit the said city. For now, let me content myself with a virtual tour of the Vatican City.

Here is a link for your own virtual tour of the basilicas and the papal chapels. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did: http://www.vatican.va/various/basiliche/san_pietro/vr_tour/index-en.htm