Catherine Watkins

Dear Friends, “Pain and suffering have come into your life, but remember pain, sorrow, suffering are but the kiss of Jesus—a sign that you have come so close to Him that He can kiss you.” This Sunday’s readings invite each one of us to come to Him and learn from his compassionate and humble heart.  In the first reading, the prophet Zechariah consoles the Jews living … [Read more...] about Newsletter 09.07.23

Dear Friends, As I enjoy the warm weather and the tranquillity of the vast ocean before me, I continue to thank the Almighty for my vocation and for all the people entrusted to my care. Today is called Good Shepherd Sunday, and appropriately, this day is also the World Day of Prayer for Vocations.  Today, the Church calls us to reflect on the meaning of God’s call for … [Read more...] about Newsletter 30.04.23

Dear Parishioners, In my priestly life, I have met many people who told me that the story of the disciples going to Emmaus is one of their favourite Bible stories and I certainly include it in my list of favourite ten New Testament Stories. Why?  Because it is such a human story.  It is about ordinary, everyday disappointments and ordinary discoveries of God in our lives.  … [Read more...] about Newsletter 23.04.23