Today, we welcome to our Oxygen ministry Stacey, who was baptised at birth. At her confirmation, she was given a pebble inscribed with the bible verse “I have blessed you so that you may be a blessing to others.” (Gen 12:2) She has been encouraged by that verse to serve and spread the faith primarily... Continue Reading →
12 April, Wednesday — The Lord has risen
Easter Wednesday Acts 3:1-10Lk 24:13-35 “Did not our hearts burn within us as he talked to us…” Da Vinci Code, Opus Dei, Saxum & Emmaus. Four phrases/words inexplicably linked to today’s reflection. Let me explain. The infamous Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown’s 2004 international bestseller introduced the world to a ‘mysterious and nefarious’ Catholic organization... Continue Reading →
8 April, Saturday — Easter Vigil
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The Easter Vigil Mass features a total of nine readings. It is an Oxygen tradition to have a reflection for each of these readings. This Easter, we feature a few of our regular contributors . It is a long read, but we hope you enjoy the reflections and be... Continue Reading →
6 April, Thursday — Maundy Thursday
Chrism Mass Priests, prophets and kings Is 61:1-3,6,8-9Rev 1:5-8Lk 4:16-21 “The spirit of the Lord has been given to me” I’ve been to Chrism Mass only once. If you have not, I’d strongly encourage you to try to take time off to attend this annual mass ‘event’. You’ll see why this mass is truly special.... Continue Reading →
1 April, Saturday — Choice
Saturday of the 5th Week of Lent Eze 37:21-28Jn 11:45-56 “I will be their God, they shall be my people.” Jesus came to save mankind from sin and death. He told the Jews that he was their God -- the I AM. In fact, Jesus made many statements that were either outrageous or true. He... Continue Reading →
29 March, Wednesday — Can we open to His Word?
Wednesday of the 5th Week of Lent Dan 3:14-20,24-25,28Jn 8:31-42 “If you make my word your home you will indeed be my disciples, you will learn the truth and the truth will make you free” 1986: Fake names for Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos – implicated and fined 1999: Japanese ‘shredding party’ – Destroyed key investigation... Continue Reading →
28 March, Tuesday — Can we open to His Word?
Tuesday of the 5th Week of Lent Num 21:4-9Jn 8:21-30 As he was saying this, many came to believe in him. I am a huge fan of good homilies. During the entrance procession, as the priest professes into the church, I tip-toe to see who the Celebrant is. Many, many times, I’ve turned to my... Continue Reading →
27 March, Monday — We judge too easily
Monday of the 5th Week of Lent Dan 13:1-9,15-17,19-30,33-62Jn 8:1-11 “If there is one of you who has not sinned, let him be the first to throw a stone at her.” Did she sin? – Yes Did she get caught sinning? – Yes Was she repentant? – Yes It does seem like a perfect ending... Continue Reading →
23 March, Thursday — Listen and obey
Thursday of the 4th Week of Lent Exo 32:7-14Jn 5:31-47 “…the father who sent me bears witness to me himself...his words find no home in you…” Jesus was sent by God to save mankind from sin and death. His message is simple. Follow his teachings. Repent of our sins. Then we will have the chance... Continue Reading →
9 March, Thursday – Stubborn Reconciliation
Thursday of the 2nd Week of Lent Jer 17:5-10Lk 16:19-31 ‘If they will not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded if someone should rise from the dead.’” I would imagine that all of us have people in our lives that we find to be very stubborn and hard to deal... Continue Reading →
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