SUNDAY PREACHING
The Filipino Catholic Community of Gouda (FCC-Gouda) & Surroundings is a community of believers with a vision of a world having one heart, one soul, compassionate in deeds and service, all united by the love of Jesus Christ. It is our mission to build a strong foundation, grow and enrich the worship life of the Filipino Community and fellow Christians.
Lord, that I may see
The Gospel gives us the story of a man called Bartimaeus. He was a blind beggar. But there was something about him that sets him apart. Though blind, he had a powerful perception, knew what he wanted, and was courageous…
Be the servant of all
The more we read about Jesus’ journey towards Jerusalem, the more we understand what he expects of those who want to follow his path. Today’s Gospel reading reveals the trials and death that awaited him in Jerusalem and what he considers true leadership…
Making the Right Choices
We often face difficult options from which we must make a choice. The options are often exclusive, meaning choosing one completely excludes the other. It could be choosing whom to marry among your many good and willing friends, or choosing to lose your good friends whose lifestyles and choices oppose yours…
Trustful and Resilient Faith
Going through the Gospel narratives, one notices that Jesus’ salvific ministry centers mostly on his teaching, healing, and deliverance. Through his teaching, Jesus enlightens our minds with the truth which leads to authentic, happy, and eternal life. His healing ministry frees victims of sickness, deformity, and all sorts of physical, mental, and emotional impairments…
The Blessed Trinity: Unity in Essence, Love & Purpose
Today we celebrate one of the greatest mysteries of our Christian faith, the Holy Trinity. This celebration reminds us that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are equal persons of the one true God. They are never separated, though, each one of them is a distinct divine person…
I am the Vine, You are the Branches
One of the accusations that the Jews brought against Jesus during his trial was that he called God his father, and in that way sought to claim that he was one with God. They could not understand how Jesus, who they could see as a human being, could claim to be God. But Jesus did not stop there…
The Passion of Christ and Human Suffering
By Fr. Marcel Uzoigwe, C.S.Sp. (Is 50:4-7; Psalm 22; Phil 2:6-11; Mk 15:1-39) Dear friends in Christ, The universal church celebrates Palm Sunday today to mark the glorious entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. That begins the last journey that would lead to his death...
Discerning Good from Evil
Our society has changed a lot. Most children today know nothing about agriculture. One child was asked where eggs and vegetables come from. He replied that they come from the supermarket. You can’t blame the child…
Do Not Be Afraid
By Fr. Marcel Uzoigwe, C.S.Sp. | Jer 20:10-13; Ps 69; Rom 5:12-15; Mt 10:26-33 Dear Friends in Christ, There is a story of a little boy who was sent by his mother to go to the storeroom and get the bucket for her. The boy complained that it was too dark in the...
The Power of Pentecost: Embracing the Holy Spirit’s Presence
By Fr. Marcel Uzoigwe Dear brothers and sisters, Today we celebrate Pentecost. On Pentecost, we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit, which was promised by Jesus to his disciples. A lot of people can't imagine much about this. Who or what is the Holy Spirit anyway?...