Wednesday of Holy Week Isa 50:4-9Mt 26:14-25 Morning after morning, he opens my ear that I may hear “Surely it is not I, Lord?... Surely it is not I, Rabbi?” Subjective truth -- the version of events that we tell ourselves, so we can sleep at night. A man cheats on his wife, but in... Continue Reading →
15 April, Tuesday — On Losers
Tuesday of Holy Week Isa 49:1-6Jn 13:21-33,36-38 …my reward with my God. I was honoured in the eyes of the Lord... Relationships are always more difficult during Lent, most especially with members of one’s family. Maybe it is the proximity that breeds contempt, and foments disrespect. Those in our closest circle, are often the most... Continue Reading →
14 April, Monday — Lessons from Mary
Monday of Holy Week Isa 42:1-7Jn 12:1-11 Mary brought in a pound of very costly ointment, pure nard, and with it anointed the feet of Jesus, wiping them with her hair… Whenever Martha and Mary are mentioned in the Bible, I’ve always related more to Martha. In Luke 10:38–41, after opening her home to Jesus,... Continue Reading →
30 March, Saturday — God saw that it was good
Dear readers, today, we feature reflections from eight of our regular contributors. We hope you enjoy them as we all prepare for Easter. 1st Reading Gen 1:1-2:2Ps 103(104):1-2,5-6,10,12-14,24,35 God saw that it was good. We are all God's creation, and we are all good. You might be thinking: “Yeah right, definitely not so-and-so who got... Continue Reading →
29 March, Friday — Expectant Faith
Good Friday Isa 52:13-53:12Heb 4:14-16,5:7-9Jn 18:1-19:42 “Who are you looking for?” Two weekends ago, we conducted an overnight Lenten Vigil in CSC. The team had been assembled about a month prior and as usual, there were the usual anxieties and fears brought on by some who were new to the experience, and some who were... Continue Reading →
28 March, Thursday — Living up to our calling
Maundy Thursday -- Chrism Mass Isa 61:1-3,6,8-9Apo 1:5-8Lk 4:16-21 The spirit of the Lord has been given to me… In the last few years, I have become more deeply entrenched in the routine of everyday life. I typically wake up between 4am or 5am, and begin my day with coffee and reading the newspapers. Invariably,... Continue Reading →
27 March, Wednesday — On Apps
Wednesday of Holy Week Isa 50:4-9Mt 26:14-25 …I made no resistance, neither did I turn away. Some people fast from chocolate or social media during Lent. Some people fast from TV. Some people eat one meal a day. For years now, my Lenten fast has been the same -- I try to fast from Anger.... Continue Reading →
26 March, Tuesday — Judas
Tuesday of Holy Week Isa 49:1-6Jn 13:21-33,36-38 “It is the one to whom I give the piece of bread that I shall dip in the dish.” Today’s Scripture reading is the vivid tale of Judas, the pivotal character whose actions, to his dismay, directly lead to Christ’s crucifixion. We all know the story -- how... Continue Reading →
25 March, Monday — Who’s Judging?
Monday of Holy Week Isa 42:1-7Jn 12:1-11 “she had to keep this scent for the day of my burial…” As we head into Holy Week, it is time for some deep reflections. Today’s Gospel is an interesting one. It recounts the dinner where Jesus is at the table with Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, whom our... Continue Reading →
24 March, Sunday — True Worship
Palm Sunday Mk 11:1-10Isa 50:4-7Phi 2:6-11Mk 14:1-15:47 “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” It’s Palm Sunday! Lent is over! Before you rejoice so ever quickly, curb your enthusiasm just a tiny bit for the moment. Most Catholics know the significance of Palm Sunday -- it is when Jesus entered Jerusalem... Continue Reading →
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