Menstrual cups are a great way to reduce the number of pads and tampons you use during your period. They also help prevent UTIs and yeast infections. There are many reasons why women should consider using a menstrual cup. But before we get into the details, let me explain how a menstrual cup works. A…
It affects everyone, everywhere, every single day. And yet, despite its importance, climate change remains largely misunderstood. In fact, there are still many misconceptions about what causes climate change, and what we should do about it. Fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are used to generate electricity and heat homes. They release…
Good Friday is one of the most solemn days of the Christian calendar. It commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. On this day, Christians remember the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. They pray for his forgiveness and salvation. 1. “Jesus was crucified on Good Friday. He died for our sins and rose again on…
What is Halo Halo? Halo halo is a Filipino shaved ice dessert. It consists of shaved ice, sweet beans, coconut milk, evaporated milk, brown sugar, condensed milk, ube (purple yam), and topped off with Leche flan and syrup to taste! Some people use condensed milk, others use evaporated milk with sugar, others use flavored syrups….
Visita Iglesia is a popular Christian practice during Holy Week. It involves visiting seven churches on the night of Maundy Thursday (the last day of Holy Week). Visitation Iglesia is a Catholic tradition where Catholics visit the altar of repose during Holy Week to pray and give thanks to God for the life-giving sacrifice of…
Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter, believed to be the day when Jesus celebrated his final Passover with His disciples. The day comes always between March 19 and April 22, inclusive, and will vary according to whether the Gregorian calendar or the Julian calendar is used. Eastern churches generally use the Julian system. Maundy Thursday (or Holy Thursday) is celebrated between…
In preparation for Holy Week, Christians prepare themselves spiritually by reflecting on the events of Christ’s life and death. This weeklong period of prayer and fasting culminates on Holy Wednesday, when Christians commemorate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The Holy Week (also known as Passion Week) is a week of fasting and penance observed…
Easter is a time for reflection, renewal, and hope. The holiday celebrates Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. Easter has long been associated with rebirth, new life, and hope. In ancient times, Christians would celebrate the resurrection of Christ by decorating their homes with flowers and eggs. Today, Easter traditions include egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and…
As we approach Easter Sunday, many Christians will be reflecting on the events surrounding Christ’s death and resurrection. While most Christians focus on the joyous celebration of Easter, We believe that we should also reflect on the suffering and sacrifice that Christ endured during his crucifixion. It is the time where Christians celebrate Jesus Christ’s…
Updated list of mall schedule below! Looking for something to do during the holy week? Holy week is a generally a time to reflect and pray but if you need to run to the mall for short shopping trips, you can follow the schedule below for the mall hours. You will need to check as…
Size matters when taking pictures. Before you shoot, check the dimensions of the picture you want to take. You should know how big the image will be once you’re done shooting. Cropping out too much could ruin the overall composition of the picture.Images should always be sized appropriately for the space they fill. Large images…
It seems like every app wants to download an update, and your phone is constantly running out of memory. This happens to everyone, but it doesn’t have to slow down your phone. Apps like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and others run in the background all the time. This means that they don’t stop…