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Dear Friends,  “The Eucharist is truly a glimpse of heaven appearing on earth.” This day is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. The readings for Corpus Christi Year A focus on the Eucharist.  We are reminded that God cared for the Israelites by providing manna. By receiving Holy Communion, we are spiritually fed and united in each … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 11.06.23

Dear Friends,  “Rise, you who were lying fast asleep…..Rise and hurry to the Church: here is the Father, here is the Son, here is the Holy  Spirit.” Today’s feast invites us to live in the awareness of the presence of the Triune God within us: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  The mystery of the most Holy Trinity is a basic doctrine of Faith … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 04.06.23

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