Experience God’s Love
In this Sunday’s homily, +Bp. Romie-Jun Peñalosa reminds us to experience God’s love. Drawing from the Gospel, he reflects on Jesus’ commandment to “love one another as I have loved you.” This is not merely a suggestion, but a divine standard—we can only truly love others if we love like Christ.
This Christ-like love is not easy. Too often, we fail to recognize the fullness of God’s love because we only seek Him in times of hardship. But His love surrounds us at all times—even in the midst of our trials and ordinary days.
God’s love is rooted in His perfect goodness. He loves us in the best way possible, not based on what we deserve, but based on His mercy. As recipients of such love, we are called to reflect it in our own lives—especially through forgiveness. Just as God forgives us, we too are called to forgive—even our enemies.
+Bp. Peñalosa encourages us to manifest Agape love—the selfless, unconditional love that God offers to each of us. Let this love be the foundation of how we treat others, so that in loving like Christ, we become witnesses of His love in the world.
Fifth Sunday of Easter – May 18, 2025
First Proclamation: Acts 13:44-52
Second Proclamation: Revelation 21:1-6
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:1-3,4-6,7-9,10-12
Gospel Proclamation: John 13:31-35
Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa
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