Acts 2:1-111 Cor 12:3-7,12-13Jn 20:19-23 The particular way in which the Spirit is given to each person is for a good purpose. The Holy Spirit holds a very special place in my heart. At first, it was simply because it was the name of my parish, something familiar and comforting. But over the years, the... Continue Reading →
14 September, Sunday — Climbing the Tree of Life
Sep 14 – Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross The feast was celebrated in Rome before the end of the 7th century. Its purpose is to commemorate the recovering of that portion of the Holy Cross which was preserved at Jerusalem, and which had fallen into the hands of the Persians. Emperor Heraclius... Continue Reading →
12 July, Friday — Sheep And Doves
Friday of Week 14 in Ordinary Time Hos 14:2-10Mt 10:16-23 “…I am sending you out like sheep among wolves...” Ever imagined yourself as a sheep and there were hungry wolves staring and grinning at you? That can really be scary. Jesus already foretold to the apostles that they would be facing a very challenging life.... Continue Reading →
24 September, Saturday — Will you join the pact today?
Saturday of Week 25 in Ordinary Time Ecc 11:9-12:8Lk 9:43-45 ….when everyone was full of admiration for all he did... So who amazes you with their deeds these days? An athlete? A singer? A business owner? A child? A family member? A friend? Someone barely keeping their head above water, or someone who 'has it all together'?... Continue Reading →
19 October, Tuesday – Living God’s Call
Oct 19 – Memorial for Sts. John de Brebeuf, Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, martyrs; Memorial for St. Paul of the Cross, Priest St. John de Brebeuf (1593–1649) was a French Jesuit. He wanted to enter the priesthood since young, but his health was so bad there were doubts he could make it. His posting as... Continue Reading →
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