It's All About Relationships: Reflections from the Heart

by Dave T. Concepcion

The book you're holding is not scholarly. It will not baffle you. It is not sophisticated. It isn't holier than thou. What this book is, however, is raw. It is real, spontaneous, unfiltered, uncomplicated. This book is powerful. It's everything that Fr. Dave is. It's a compilation, a distillation of sorts, of Fr. Dave's sermons and musings on life. Reading it will feel like talking to a good friend.

152 pages, Paperback

Published September 1, 2023

Reviews

[Stevenson · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a nice way to help you reflect about life and to pray and to be grateful and also touch upon the life of priests. I really like what Fr. Dave said that people who are smart knows what is right and wrong, but people who are wise do what is right and avoid what is wrong.

[Gab of Green Gables · Rating 4 out of 5]

"To avoid evil is good but not to do good is evil"

A very insightful book from Father Dave filled that is written in a very accessible and conversational way.

I'm glad to have read this book as it has contributed to me spiritual lessons such as listening to what God has to say, letting go from old pains, doing the right thing for the right reason, humility and many more.

[Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fr. Dave Concepcion’s It’s All About Relationships, published in 2023 by Paulines Philippines, is a down-to-earth take on faith and human connection. As the chaplain at Greenbelt Chapel in Manila, where I go to Mass, Fr. Dave is known for his real and relatable homilies. This book brings that same vibe—his reflections mix personal stories with spiritual thoughts, making it feel like a chat with a friend instead of a heavy lesson.

The book digs into how relationships shape our lives, from family to God. Fr. Dave doesn’t sugarcoat things—he shares his own struggles and funny moments, like dealing with annoying people, which I’ve heard him talk about at Mass. It’s practical and honest, not preachy, and that makes it easy to connect with, whether you’re deep in faith or just figuring it out.

What makes it work is Fr. Dave’s human side. He opens up about his doubts and speaks his mind—blunt, funny, and real. That vulnerability makes the book approachable, like he’s letting you in on his life to help you with yours. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about showing up for the relationships that matter. For me, it’s a taste of Greenbelt Mass on paper, and I’d recommend it to anyone wanting a simple, heartfelt read.