The Philippines is often described as one of the most religious countries in Asia. Churches are full, religious language is familiar, and moral debatesโ€”especially about sexโ€”rarely leave the public square. Yet beneath this appearance of moral clarity lies a deep contradiction: we talk endlessly about sex, but we struggle toContinue Reading

IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay โ€” From September to January, the Philippines glows. Streets are draped with lights, malls echo with carols, and parols โ€” star-shaped lanterns symbolizing hope โ€” hang from homes and government buildings alike. International media often marvel at the countryโ€™s claim to the longest Christmas season in theContinue Reading