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2015-09-16T09:27:05-05:00

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Temperamental Teresa Comments on The View

Last updated on: September 16, 2015 at 9:27 am By Monique Ocampo

Usually, when I step on my soapbox, I make a warning that I’m probably gonna sound like a word that starts with “B” and rhymes with “witch.” Well, right now, I’m not gonna step on my soapbox. Instead, I’m gonna introduce you to Temperamental Teresa who is not as sweet as I am. She has some things to say about some recent events. Hi! I’m Teresa Delacruz! Like many Filipinos, I am a nurse. I was so happy to see... Read more

2015-09-15T09:38:17-05:00

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LEVV Lights a Strange Fire With Debut Album

Last updated on: September 15, 2015 at 9:38 am By Monique Ocampo

You wanna know why I wonder Audrey Assad gets any sleep? Because she’s always doing something. LEVV is a departure from Audrey Assad’s usual stuff, in the sense that it isn’t Praise and Worship/Gospel/Christian music. But there’s an ethereal quality that still feels like God is a part of this album as much as Audrey’s other stuff. For those who don’t know LEVV is a band consisting of Audrey Assad and Seth Jones and the music is pop, but there’s... Read more

2015-09-14T11:05:34-05:00

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Therese, Faustina, and Mary: Ladies of Radiance

Last updated on: September 14, 2015 at 11:05 am By Monique Ocampo

From Radiance and Grace Magazine: I’ll be honest. When I think of the word “Radiance,” I usually think of a pregnant lady first. But a few other things come to mind like the word “effulgent,” a synonym of “radiant,” the imagery of fireworks, and a bright, shining light. The beautiful thing about being a Catholic is that there are so many beautiful, wonderful ways to be a woman, to be a Catholic woman, and there are many unique ways to... Read more

2015-09-14T10:50:54-05:00

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Yes, I’m A Christian AND…?

Last updated on: September 14, 2015 at 10:50 am By Monique Ocampo

By now you’ve probably heard of this viral video from Buzzfeed. There are many, many awful things about this video, but honestly what I dislike the most about this video is just how bland the Christianity is. So yeah, you’re Christian and you like Beyonce and you’re not judgmental and you’re queer, blah blah blah. Lemme ask you a question brought up in yesterday’s Gospels: Who do you say Jesus really is? Because if you don’t give the same answer Peter did…well,... Read more

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Yes I'm A Christian But

2015-09-12T10:15:02-05:00

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Girl Meets I Am Farkle: An Episode Review

Last updated on: September 12, 2015 at 10:15 am By Monique Ocampo

Let me state for the record that Girl Meets World is the only show I watch on Disney Channel. I grew up watching Boy Meets World with my family. These days, Disney Channel shows covering heavy topics would normally make my skin crawl, but I trusted Girl Meets World with the issues given that they’ve done really well so far. They’ve shown the importance of kids getting more politically involved, why it’s important to trust your friends, and that you don’t have to grow up so... Read more

Girl Meets I Am Farkle

Girl Meets World

2015-09-10T12:25:56-05:00

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America, the Wonderland: A Poem

Last updated on: September 10, 2015 at 12:25 pm By Monique Ocampo

O lovely land with open skies, the land of free and brave.Where freedom is seen as entitlement and narcissism reigns.Double standards and double talk replace our laws and news. It’s harder to make gold from straw than to find unbiased views. Oh brave new world that has the joys of the big brother nanny state Where pundits would rather be right than try and actually debate. Places where people ought to broaden their minds Have turned into nurseries with safe... Read more

2015-09-09T10:48:03-05:00

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Priesthood: Why Does It Have To Be A Man’s Job?

Last updated on: September 9, 2015 at 10:48 am By Monique Ocampo

I used to joke with my friends that if God made me a man, I would’ve become a priest in a heartbeat. But I have an easier time imagining myself as a man than not being Catholic. So here’s the question: Why doesn’t the Catholic Church allow for female priests? There are a lot more answers that go beyond misogynistic misunderstandings. I watched the ordination of the auxiliary bishops of Los Angeles. It was my first time watching an... Read more

2015-09-08T12:26:20-05:00

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The Imitation of Mary in the 21st Century

Last updated on: September 8, 2015 at 12:26 pm By Monique Ocampo

Today is the feast of the birth of Mary. Something I remember from my Catholic school days is something called The Imitation of Mary. It’s an actual book by Thomas A. Kempis, but the idea of imitating Mary is honestly intimidating. She was born without sin and she has so many miracles attributed to her. How the heck are we ordinary, flawed, imperfect humans supposed to be anything like her? It starts by remembering that aside from being born without sin,... Read more

2015-09-07T11:20:24-05:00

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The Epic Adventures of Lydia Bennet : A Spoiler-Free Book Review

Last updated on: September 7, 2015 at 11:20 am By Monique Ocampo

A long time ago…well, actually, three or so years ago back in my crazy college days, I was getting over a broken heart. Nothing new there, really. As with anyone in a moping state of mind, I needed something to distract me. So I was browsing Youtube when one video blog I followed linked to this video: For those who don’t know, The Lizzie Bennet Diaries is a modern vlog adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice created by Hank Green and... Read more

The Epic Adventures of Lydia Bennet

The Lizzie Bennet Diaries

2015-09-03T10:57:42-05:00

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Tweeting to God – Every Young Adult Needs To Read This!

Last updated on: September 3, 2015 at 10:57 am By Monique Ocampo

I will admit that I was put off by the title at first. I thought it was a gimmick, kind of like “Letters to God.” When I actually saw the book on sale at a Catholic gift shop, I was surprised at the size of it. When I actually got the book, I felt like devouring it. The best part? I still haven’t finished it! The book is huge, over 400 pages of stuff, with tons of questions that are divided... Read more

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