My Three Mothers I am blessed with three mother figures in my life. My mother (Gregoria Francisco Celoza, Nanay) who brought me to this world and cared for me with faith and love; my mother’s older sister (Venturada Francisco Tugade, who I called Inang). Then I have a Mom (Lina Francisco) who shaped the person […]

In American culture keeping busy is a badge of honor. Our days are filled with things to do, places to be, deadlines to meet, and an seemingly endless list of plans and projects. The invention of artificial light extended the number of hours in a day. Thus, we can extend wake up time that requires more […]

The golden rule means paying it forward Albert Celoza Special to Arizona Republic USA TODAY NETWORK Stacy, who was raised by a single mom, knows what it is like to be poor. She grew up with a diverse group of neighbors and friends. Along the way, a golden rule moment shifted her understanding heart to be driven with compassion and became […]

To love your enemy is a difficult and baffling ethical teaching. You can read this in Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount:  “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your […]

Many of the world’s religions honor saints. They are human beings distinguished for their exemplary qualities. They are not perfect but they have led their lives trying to do what is good and have achieved success in their quest for a life for others but more importantly they are dedicated for the love of God. […]