The Gospel today reminds us: be ready at all times for the Lord’s coming. This is not just about the end of our lives—it’s about His daily coming to us in people, events, and even interruptions.
Monthly Archives: August 2025
New Seeds of Vocation: Acceptance of New Candidates in Cagayan de Oro
“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few…” (Luke 10:2)
On August 4, 2025, the memorial of St. John Mary Vianney, patron of parish priests, the formation community of the Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SCJ) in Cagayan de Oro joyfully celebrated the Acceptance of New Candidates into the congregation. This meaningful event took place during the community concelebrated Mass, presided over by Fr. Ronald M. Basco, SCJ, Master of Aspirants and Superior of the formation house.
“Here I Am, Lord”: Lay Dehonians Prepare for a Life of Love and Service
On August 2, 2025, the Lay Dehonians from the Zamboanga Peninsula gathered at the Fr. Dehon Novitiate for a special formation day focused on the Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the beginnings of the SCJ mission in the Philippines, and the inspiring life of Venerable Fr. Leo John Dehon.
Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of a man who built bigger barns to store his wealth, thinking he could then rest and enjoy life. But God calls him a fool—“This very night your life will be demanded of you.”
This is a powerful reminder: we can spend our lives chasing success and security, only to discover we’ve neglected what truly matters—our soul, our relationships, and our love for God.
SCJ Philippines Region 