Religion

Catholicism is a Country Filipinos Can’t Leave

"The Philippines is a predominantly Catholic country." Church leaders, anti-choice groups, and many others have made this a mantra, some using...

Fernando Poe Jesus: The Catholic Mythos and the Filipino Action Star

To us, FPJ was a mythical figure, a divine savior; he’s the hero who comes and provides salvation to a community at the brink of despair – because they believed in him. FPJ was like a cool Catholic Jesus.

Pisay and “Tolerance”

A more charitable reading of my essay would have obviated any accusation that I envision a Pisay devoid of religion.

In Defense of Miriam Quiambao

So former Bb. Pilipinas titlist Miriam Quiambao has been taking a lot of criticism from the pro-LGBT crowd for her anti-gay statements on a tv show and on her twitter. I regret that I too have tweeted some pretty angry messages about her regarding this issue. I should have taken my own advice about not tweeting when angry, because I now wish I could take back what I've written about wanting to take a shower after reading this Rappler article.

Yes, Ms. Q has shown herself to be a homophobe. But it's not her fault. Not really.

Don’t Think, Just Obey: Progressive Nuns and the Primacy of Conscience

Despite disagreeing with bishops on almost every political issue of controversy -- contraception, LGBT rights, etc. -- many progressives maintain their...

Catholic Revolution Against Prejudice (CRAP) Supports Miriam Quiambao

Miriam Quiambao offended many LGBT individuals with her allegedly homophobic statements at a recent episode of Bottomline. She later apologized through...

An Open Letter to Miriam Quiambao: Let’s defend every word in the Bible!

The word of God is the word of God. Those who believe in God shouldn't doubt the Bible: each word in the Bible, each punctuation mark, each syllable was written by the owner and creator of the universe, period. I love your zealous and unwavering faith that everything that the Bible says is true and that we should follow it.

In Their Hearts: Bishop Bacani and the Secret Religiosity of Secular Individuals

I've been outed. In a recent interview, Bishop Bacani revealed the truth that although I identify as an atheist, I actually believe in God.

A Love Letter to Teddy Bacani

I apologize if the following does not accurately mirror your sentiments but, after all, I do not think anyone can truly match up to your eloquent reasoning.

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