Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent Isa 11:1-10Lk 10:21-24 Many prophets and kings desired to see what you see, and did not see it, and to hear what you hear, and did not hear it In today’s gospel reading from Luke 10, Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, said “I bless you, Father, Lord of... Continue Reading →
1 December, Monday — “I believe, Lord.”
Monday of the 1st Week of Advent Isa 4:2-6Mt 8:5-1 “I tell you solemnly, nowhere in Israel have I found faith like this.” Have you watched the Netflix hit series ‘The Chosen’? Set in 1st Century Galilee, the show chronicles the adult life of Jesus. Season 1 was released in April 2019. It starts with... Continue Reading →
30 November, Sunday — Walking in the Light of the Lord
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we welcome a new contributor, Julia. Having lived all her life believing in the gods of ‘me, myself and I’; she was able to achieve her desires for material possessions, rewards that she thought would bring happiness and joy. Yet, they always left her with an emptiness and... Continue Reading →
24 December, Tuesday — Sharing the light of Christ
24 December 2 Sam 7:1-5,8-12,14,16Lk 1:67-79 “…you will go before the Lord to prepare the way for him… to give light to those who live in darkness and the shadow of death.” Tomorrow, we celebrate Christmas Day, the day when our Saviour is born. So today, we anticipate the joyous day by preparing our souls... Continue Reading →
23 December, Monday — Same but different.
Dec 23 – Memorial for St. John of Kanty, presbyter St. John of Kanty (1390-1473) was a Polish country lad. A brilliant student at the University of Krakow, Poland, he became a priest and professor of theology at the University of Krakow, where he was falsely accused and ousted by university rivals. At the age... Continue Reading →
22 December, Sunday — A Faithful Hope
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 →
19 December, Thursday — What has He done for you lately?
19 December Jdg 13:2-7,24-25Lk 1:5-25 The Lord has done this for me. A roof over my head, good health, talent/charisms/gifts that are unique to me, a wonderful life companion, being able to serve in various ministries that help bring others to Him, family members who care…all this, and much more, the Lord has done for... Continue Reading →
18 December, Wednesday — God is everywhere
18 December Jer 23:5-8Mt 1:18-24 …a name which means ‘God is with us.’ As I write this reflection, the Lord continues to lay His hands on me and guide me through perhaps one of the most tumultuous years in my ‘not so young’ life (I turn 58 today). Last week, we moved out of our... Continue Reading →
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