I am Catholic.
I am Catholic. Jasmine B. Suiza / September 3, 2017 "Why do you worship Mary?" "Why do you pray the rosary? It is not found in the bible." "Why do you worship the statue?" These are some of the statements I continue to hear from our brothers and sisters who practice their faith differently. As a Roman Catholic, I had my fair share of persecution – just as Jesus' apostles were persecuted during their time. When faith becomes the center of discussion, colleagues, acquaintances, and other friends sometimes SEEM to misunderstand Catholicism. Others think Catholics are so full of idolatry and "that-is-not-found-in-the-bible" practices. Being a Catholic in a Catholic country looks easy – we can avail the sacraments, join religious organizations, worship our God anytime and anywhere – but defending our Catholic faith to others is not a piece of cake. Just in time, the CFC - Singles For Christ Metro Manila held a Regiona