Tuesday. August 18, 2026. Sta. Clara de Montefalco was born in Montefalco, Italy, in 1268. From a very early age, she lived an eremitical life. Clare was a lively and intelligent young girl, but equally prayerful and penitential. The small community of hermits grew, and in 1290 was established as a formal convent of nuns under the Rule of Saint Augustine. At 23 years of age she was elected abbess, and became mother, teacher and spiritual director of the convent. A young woman of deep spiritual perception, though with almost no formal education, she was much sought after for advice and counsel from people of all walks of life, and from within the walls of the cloister became a director of many souls. She was deeply devoted to the Passion of Christ and was known to experience periods of ecstasy as she contemplated the mystery of the Cross. For many years she received no consolation in her interior life except that of her own fidelity to prayer and acts of penance. During her final illness she repeated to her sisters that she bore the cross of Christ in her heart. After her death, this was verified when the nuns examined her heart and found in it symbols of the passion of the Lord, formed from cardiac muscle. Clare died on August 17, 1308, at the age of 40. The life of St Clare of the Cross is a reminder that holiness is the work of grace and not of human effort. Cooperation with the work of God is indispensable for spiritual growth, “for He who made us without our willing it, will not save us…” (Maridol: My Morning Prayer)
EWTN Online Mass Presider Father Matthew Mary, MFVA
Sta. Clara de Montefalco, help us to parent our children with a gentle heart as you did. Show us how to raise our children in faith and bring our families into the Light of Jesus. We place our petitions in your hands and ask that you lay them before your daughter, Blessed Mother Mary, and her child Jesus. Seek this, our favor. “Ester, and I thank you for your blessings and grace for our children to support the MONTINOLA-CUMAGUN CARE FOUNDATION’S FOUR LEGS of PURPOSE: (1.) Special Children SPED; a child’s mind is the most precious thing to waste. (The motto of the American Negro College), and the Handicapped Senior Citizens – Physical Therapy. (2.) Financial Support for Diocesan priests and Grade School Teachers for the rural areas. (3.) Computer Start-up Education Tools for selected public schools. “… expose and acclimate the youth to Information Technology—the age of computers. The children of Negros Occidental must be computer literate to better their lives for the future and help our country progress to a global economy. Estonia and Finland, two countries smaller than ours, have put into their laws that Access to the Internet is a right of all citizens, similar to access to water and electricity.” [Negros Economic Development Foundation 40th Charter Foundation Day, Antonio G. Cumagun, Guest Speaker, Bacolod City, July 24, 2010] and (4.) Selected Start-up Management and Financial Support for Small Businesses as multipliers. ” … From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.” Luke 12:48. The sin of the rich man was not that he did wrong things, but that he did nothing. (A.G.C. Autobiography Song of Myself Memoirs, Looking Back at Serendipity, 2002). Be for the greater glory of God and the good of my soul. Our Father, Hail Mary, & Glory be. St. Anne and St. Joachim: Pray for Us.
Santuario de San Antonio Online Mass Presider Fr. Mark Adame Bakari, OFM
The Lord’s Day Reflection: Take Courage. Do Not Be Afraid!
In the quiet moments of life, we often find ourselves in a sea of uncertainty. The story of Jesus walking on water serves as a powerful reminder for Christians everywhere to take courage and embrace faith, especially when faced with fear and doubt. Jesus instructed His disciples to get into a boat and sail ahead of Him to the other side of the Sea of Galilee. This moment marked a transition from public ministry to deeper reflections on faith and devotion. Jesus, emphasising the importance of solitude and prayer, ascended the mountain to pray, leaving the disciples to navigate the waters alone. As evening fell, the disciples found themselves several miles offshore, caught in turbulent waves. This was not an ordinary night on the sea; it was a test of faith. The disciples were seasoned fishermen, yet the severity of the storm gripped their hearts with fear. During the fourth watch of the night, when darkness is most profound and hope appears distant, Jesus came to the disciples, walking on the very waters that threatened to engulf them. Their initial response was one of terror in the midst of the storm. They cried out in fear. How easy it is to succumb to fear when faced with the unknown! Yet, Jesus, with a voice that calms even the most tumultuous storms, reassured them: “Take courage, it is I; be not afraid.” This declaration is powerful; it conveys His divine presence even in our most challenging circumstances. Peter’s response was both brave and questioning. He said, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” This moment illustrates the essence of faith and the human spirit’s desire to connect with the divine. Jesus simply replied, “Come.” This one word serves as an invitation, not just for Peter, but for all of us. The call to come is a challenge to step out of our comfort zones, to take risks in faith, and to trust in Jesus’ presence. As Peter ventured out of the boat and began to walk on the water, the reality of the wind and waves seeped into his consciousness. It’s a powerful metaphor: when we focus on our problems and the challenges around us, we can easily sink into doubt and despair. “But when he saw how strong the wind was, he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, ‘Lord, save me!’” faith, why did you doubt?” They recognised in that moment the divinity of Jesus, proclaiming, “Truly, you are the Son of God.” This acknowledgement is the culmination of their journey from fear to faith. It serves as an invitation for us to recognise Jesus in our lives, to give reverence to His power and love, even amidst the storms we face. As believers, this account challenges us to reflect on our relationship with fear and faith. The divine invitation to take courage echoes through the ages, encouraging us in our doubts and uncertainties. It reminds us that Jesus walks with us, even when we cannot see Him, and that our cries for help do not go unheard. In a world filled with trials and tribulations, the words of Christ resonate deeply: “Take courage; it is I; be not afraid.”
Radyo Katipunan Online Mass Presider Fr. Robbie Sian, SJ
O God, you wished to exalt Saint Clare of the Cross by imprinting on her life and on her heart the signs of the Passion of our Lord, so that she could serve as a model of faith and of charity for her fellowmen. Dear St Clare, help me to recognise my ignorance and my failings and turn to God. Through your intercession, grant us by means of our faith and good works, humble co-workers of the Divine Redeemer in the salvation of the world. Sta. Clara de Montefalco, please pray for us.
“The evil that men do lives after them; The good is oft interred with their bones.“ (Shakespeare). Business Enterprises are not Legacy: the wake you leave, WHO you leave it to, WHAT you leave, and WHY? Let the Montinola Cumagun Care Foundation’s Good Work speak, not our name.
Our Lady of the Impossible, grace those late in life but had more in life who tried to be their brothers’ keepers for those who have less in life – Grace for our children, and their children’s children to wholeheartedly support the MONTINOLA-CUMAGUN CARE FOUNDATION OBJECTIVES: (1.) Special Children SPED, a child’s mind is the most precious thing to waste. (The motto of the American Negro College), and the Handicapped Senior Citizens – Physical Therapy. (2.) Financial Support for Diocesan priests and Grade School Teachers for the rural areas. (3.) Computer Start-up Education Tools for selected public schools and (4.) Selected Start-up Management and Financial Support for Small Businesses. “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.” Luke 12:48. “The sin of the rich man was not that he did wrong things, but that he did nothing. (William Barclay, in Antonio G. Cumagun Autobiography Song of Myself Memoirs, Looking Back at Serendipity, 2002) Our Lady of the Impossible – “Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled was left unaided. . .”
Ester and my state of health – vital stats are recorded by Ester’s everyday, 2 PDNs/24 hrs.
This morning, Ester’s BP was 110/80. HR 76. O2sat 97%. Temp 36.3
Last Night’s BP 110/70. HR 64. O2sat 97%. Temp.36.3
Tony’s morning BP was 110/70. HR 60. O2sat 99%. Temp 36.7
Last Night’s BP 110/70. HR 67. O2sat 98%. Temp.36.5
Beata John Paul 1, watch over Cristina C, Justice Jun’s state of health, and Ester’s health recovery of more than 5 years of stomah adhesion recovery, our autistic son John Paul’s (was baptized John Paul a decade before Cardinal Luciano of Milan took the regnal name of John Paul) emotional and physical disability, 57 years old, and my weakening 89-year-old body.
FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED AND SOULS IN PURGATORY
In Memory of all those who left us. We remember you in the morning and at night. You are always with us. We pray for the souls in Purgatory.
Blessed Mother Mary, I bring to you for your intercession the souls of Amb. Manuel R. and Dolores G. Cumagun, Juana Cumagun, Annette Cumagun, Lina Beltran, Judge and Mrs. Dolores Cumagun, Gov. Primo & Magdalena H. Gaffud, Dr. Trino, Sr. & Angeles Montinola, Betty, Luie, Trino, Jr. Montinola, Bernardino, and Isabel Jalandoni. Dr. Terry Lirio-Montinola, Dr. & Mrs. Tomacruz, Akira Tsusaka, Boy Eugenio, Jesus Ibañez, Sen. Nene Pimentel, Santiago Ranada 111, Boysie Villavicensio, Patria Manuel, Dr. Mariano Laurel, Rene Datu, (Ateneo ’54 – Jimmy Ongpin, Atty. Ato Gonzales, Buddy Joaquin, Fr. Unson, Msgr. Tantoco, Atty. Art Alafriz, Robert Arevalo Ylagan, Maximo Abesamis, Jr., Jesse Paredes), Atty. C. Platon, Araceli Rivera, Rey Castañeda, Col. Tanseco, Dr. E Fores, Dr. J. Caedo, Christine Syjuco, Leni Panganiban, Raul Boncan, Atty. Spanky and Dolly Perez, Amb. Albert del Rosario, Nellie Valdez, Toti Herbosa, Tec Syjuco, AL, Umberto (Beck) Gonzales, and Rufo Colayco. Pray 7 Our Father and The Credo.
Wake of Our Wedding Godchiildren Ms. Josie Tan- and Dr. PhD. Ed Magtoto
Anne, Ester Cumagun, Children of Josie and Dr. Ed, Fr. Jody Magtoto, SJ and sister Joyce