Filipiniana News – May 2015 RHYME & REASON "The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother." - St. Therese of Lisieux This simple yet profound quote from a popular Catholic saint and Doctor of the Church, published in our parish church bulletin on mother's day weekend, brought back touching images of how this was manifested in my life, as well as in the lives of so many migrants everywhere. Personally, I feel very blessed to have a mother who is the most generous, selfless, loving and fiercest advocate for, and defender of, her children. Not only has she literally given life to us her children, but she is also ever ready and willing to sacrifice her own welfare and happiness for our sake. The heart of my own mother is truly God's greatest gift and a masterpiece of His own. For this, I am extremely and eternally grateful.