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“Joy is the serious business of Heaven.”The third Sunday of Advent is called “Gaudete Sunday”. The common theme of the day’s Scripture readings is one of joy and encouragement.  The readings urge us to make the preparations required of us as we await the rebirth of Jesus in our hearts and lives.  Holy Scripture reminds us that the coming of Jesus, past, … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 16.12.2023

“The Church has water and tears, the water of baptism and the tears of repentance.” Homecoming is the central theme of the Scripture readings for the Second Sunday of Advent.  All three readings focus on the absolute necessity of our getting ready for Christ’s “Homecoming” into our hearts and lives by true repentance, reparation, prayer and the renewal of our lives.They … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 10.12.23

Jesus: The Hope of the WorldToday we will enter into the Season of Advent. ‘Advent’ comes from the Latin word meaning ‘coming’ or ‘arrival’. This is the time when we look forward to the birth of Jesus in that manger in Bethlehem. Let us use this time of Advent wisely, preparing for the mystery of the incarnation: Christmas.The common theme of today’s readings is that vigilant … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 03.12.23

“It is Christ you serve.  It is Christ you are”. The readings for the Solemnity of Christ the King, Year A, tell us that the kingship of Christ is one of a caring master who longs for us to live together in harmony in his kingdom.  The first reading tells of the Lord gathering in his flock and tending to them.  The second reading reminds us that everything is … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 26.11.23

“Every story has an end but in life every end is a new beginning.” This penultimate Sunday of the liturgical year reminds us not only of the end of the liturgical year but also of the end of all things and of the preparations we need to make to reach Heaven.  The main theme of the three readings is an invitation to live in such a way that we make the best use of the … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 19.11.23