“In the Gospel, Jesus speaks about the Holy Spirit. He calls Him the Spirit of Truth.

That title is very meaningful for us today because we are living in a time when truth is often confused, distorted, and attacked. Many people no longer know whom to believe. Social media is full of noise, accusations, fake news, and disinformation. Lies spread quickly, while truth struggles to be heard.

And because of this, many hearts are becoming angry, divided, and confused.

That is why the words of Jesus today are very important: “The Spirit of Truth will guide you.”

The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of hatred. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of blind fanaticism. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of manipulation or deception. The Holy Spirit leads people toward truth, humility, wisdom, justice, and peace.

Today, I would like to speak in a special way to our lawmakers, especially those entrusted with making important decisions for our nation during this difficult time.

Dear members of Congress, your responsibility is very heavy. The decisions you make affect not only politics, but also the moral direction of our country. As you reflect on the impeachment issue before you, I humbly ask you: please pray deeply to the Holy Spirit.

Do not decide only according to political pressure. Do not decide only according to public popularity. Do not decide only according to personal ambition or fear.

Instead, ask: “What is true?”

“What is just?” “What is good for the Filipino people?” “What decision can I defend before God and before my conscience?”

Sometimes, the most difficult thing is not discovering the truth. The most difficult thing is remaining faithful to the truth when there is pressure all around us.

Remember: your vote is not only recorded in history. It is also seen by God.

And to all Filipinos, today’s Gospel is also a reminder for us.

We must pray more for our country. We must pray more for wisdom and discernment. We must be careful not to become instruments of lies, hatred, or division.

Not everything we read online is true. Not every loud voice speaks with wisdom. And not every viral message carries honesty.

Before we share information, let us verify. Before we judge, let us reflect. Before we speak harshly, let us pray first.

Because when truth disappears, trust also disappears. And when trust disappears, unity becomes difficult.

My dear brothers and sisters, our nation does not only need intelligent leaders. Our nation needs men and women guided by conscience and by the Holy Spirit.

So today, let us pray not only for our politicians, but for all Filipinos.

May the Holy Spirit enlighten our minds when we are confused. May He soften our hearts when we become angry. May He strengthen our conscience when we are tempted to choose convenience over truth.

And may the Spirit of Truth continue to guide our nation toward what is right, just, and pleasing to God.

Come, Holy Spirit. Guide our leaders.

Guide our people. Guide the Philippines.

Amen.”