Maundy Thursday -- Chrism Mass Faith Anew Isa 61:1-3,6,8-9Apo 1:5-8Lk 4:16-21 The Spirit of The Lord has been given to me I have often wondered how I would react if Christ returned in my lifetime. Would I recognize him? Or would I let my conservatism get the better of me? We look with judgment on... Continue Reading →
28 March, Monday — Simple Faith, A Faith beyond Crisis
Monday of the 4th Week of Lent Isa 65:17-21Jn 4:43-54 “So you will not believe unless you see signs and portents!” It is usually easy to take someone familiar for granted. Whether it be a long time friend, family or relative. It is as the gospel reading tells us today: For Jesus himself testified that... Continue Reading →
11 March, Friday — Going beyond the surface
Friday of the 1st Week of Lent Eze 18:21-28Mt 5:20-26 “...he shall live because of the integrity he has practised” This first reading from Ezekiel perhaps strikes a little fear in me. As a fallen creature of God, with all my imperfections, I often wonder if I am 'good enough' to make it to heaven.... Continue Reading →