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Dear Friends,  Today we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost.  The readings describe how the Holy Spirit is poured out as a gift to the apostles.  In their fearful hiding place they were transformed into a cohesive brotherhood jubilantly singing God’s praises and eager to proclaim his  saving work.  It marks the birthday of the Church, a new humanity, … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 28.05.23

Dear Friends,  In this last Sunday of Eastertide the Church prepares for the Holy Spirit. In his prayer before his Passion Jesus reveals his own mystery as the one sent by God and of his mission among men. Father Peter will be returning from his annual leave in India next  Friday.  It has been a pleasure to supply in his absence. My address is: Rainbow … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 21.05.23

Dear Friends,  Today’s first reading and Gospel are preparing us to celebrate the feast of Pentecost in two weeks time. Jesus promises that, although he will go away, his disciples will not be left as orphans because the life of Christ is shared with them. The Holy Spirit will be given to them to strengthen them in their faith and to help them face the hostility and … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 14.05.23

Dear Friends,  As Christians we believe, not in a remote mysterious divine being, but in one who is revealed in the face of Jesus Christ. In the readings last Sunday Jesus speaks of himself as a shepherd who guides his flock, protects them when they are threatened and feeds them when they are hungry.  In today’s Gospel he tells us that he is the Way to the Father, … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 07.05.23