4th Sunday of Advent Mic 5:1-4Heb 10:5-10Lk 1:39-45 He will stand and feed his flock with the power of the Lord. Today’s first reading reminds us that God’s standards are different from the standards of the world. The reading speaks of God’s prophecy of turning Bethlehem from an insignificant, humble town to one that will... Continue Reading →
21 December, Saturday — Carrying Joy: Mary, Elizabeth, and the Gift of Christ’s Presence
21 December Zep 3:14-18Lk 1:39-45 “Why should I be honoured with a visit from the mother of my Lord?” Brothers and sisters, the encounter between Mary and Elizabeth in today’s Gospel is a vibrant and awe-inspiring moment. It is a story bursting with joy, connection, and revelation. When Mary greets Elizabeth, her unborn child, John... Continue Reading →
20 December, Friday — God’s Grace in the Signs: Choosing Trust Over Control
20 December Isa 7:10-14Lk 1:26-38 “The Lord himself, therefore, will give you a sign.” Today’s first reading, which tells of the story of Ahaz and God’s invitation to ask for a sign, cuts to the heart of who God is — both a just judge and a deeply gracious Father. Even in the Old Testament,... Continue Reading →
17 December, Tuesday — Why is your family tree like that?
17 December Gen 49:2,8-10Mt 1:1-17 A genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. Advent season is divided into two parts. Today, December 17 marks the start of part 2. This is when the Catholic Church focuses on the lineage and birth of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. The story unfolds... Continue Reading →
7 December, Saturday — “Walk this way…”
Dec 7 – Memorial for St. Ambrose, bishop and doctor of the Church St. Ambrose (c.340–397) was born to the Roman nobility. He was the brother of St. Marcellina and St. Satyrus. He was educated in the classics, Greek, and philosophy at Rome, Italy. He was a poet and a noted orator. He was a... Continue Reading →
6 December, Friday — “Ignorance is NOT bliss”
Friday of the 1st Week of Advent Isa 29:17-24Mt 9:27-31 “Take care that no one learns about this.” “OHHHH… you are Catholic too?” Have you ever been in this situation where you suddenly find out that your co-worker for many years is also Catholic? When these occasions happen, I ask myself, “Why didn’t I know... Continue Reading →
3 December, Tuesday — Evangelising to the poor and the children
Dec 3 – Feast of St. Francis Xavier, presbyter, religious, missionary (Principal Patron of Foreign Missions) St. Francis Xavier (1506-1552) was a nobleman from the Basque region. He studied and taught philosophy at the University of Paris, and planned a career as a professor. He was a friend of St. Ignatius of Loyola, who convinced... Continue Reading →
30 November, Saturday — First to be called but never first
Nov 30 – Feast of St. Andrew, apostle St. Andrew was the first Apostle of Jesus Christ. He was a fisherman by trade, and the brother of Simon Peter. He was a follower of John the Baptist. Andrew went through life leading people to Jesus, both before and after the Crucifixion. He was a missionary... Continue Reading →
17 November, Sunday — Time Management
33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeDan 12:1-3Heb 10:11-14,18Mk 13:24-32 “When that time comes…” Brothers and sisters, the end is near! As we approach the close of our liturgical year, with just two weeks remaining, we are invited to reflect and prepare for the coming season of Advent on December 1st -- the start of a new... Continue Reading →
6 November, Wednesday — Earning Nothing, Gaining Everything
Wednesday of Week 31 in Ordinary Time Phi 2:12-18 Lk 14:25-33 …work for your salvation ‘in fear and trembling.’ It is God, for his own loving purpose who puts both the will and the action into you. A fortnight ago, I completed a half marathon. In the weeks leading up to race day, I would... Continue Reading →
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