

Faith across borders: 5 major religions that shape Southeast Asia’s identity
Southeast Asia is not only rich in natural beauty and history, but it is also a region where faith shapes culture, community, and identity. From the majestic Buddhist temples of Myanmar and Thailand to the vibrant mosques of Indonesia and Malaysia, and to the churches, shrines, and sacred sites across the Philippines and Vietnam, religion remains at the heart of daily life. These five major religions, namely Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, and Folk or Indigenous Beli

Ronjo Cayetano
Aug 24


Guiding 1.4 billion believers: Five complex challenges for Pope Leo XIV’s leadership
How does one lead a 2,000-year-old institution in a rapidly changing, often skeptical world? What happens when spiritual authority meets...

Neil Gregori Garen
May 15


Pope Francis’ role in shaping world affairs
Can a leader without a conventional political title still shape global diplomacy? Can the Vatican, a place of faith, influence world...

Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 25


The special journey
A reflective piece of a difficult journey to remember. The heat of the sun's rays touched my skin while I was struggling to breathe. The...

Colin Cris Celestial
Apr 17


Faith, fun and flavor meet in the Filipino Holy Week escape
What does a nation do when its streets fall silent, and the usual hustle gives way to reflection? How does a predominantly Catholic...

Neil Gregori Garen
Apr 11


Filipinos and Religion
Wall clock is ticking midst of deafening silence, above is where the images of Christian God, Look around and there we can see,...

Colin Cris Celestial
May 9, 2023


Piyestang Pilipino
Pagpapala mula sa Kaitaasan kulturang nakasanayan, pagdiriwang na nakagis'nan, aliw sa bawat mamamayan. Salo-salo sa hapag kainan,...

Ronjo Cayetano
Aug 4, 2022




