John

Dear Friends, “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers.  For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” The readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A remind us that God’s wisdom is not the same as our own wisdom.  We might call this Sunday “Power Sunday” because the main theme of all three readings is that God is … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 27.08.23

Dear Friends, “Mercy is what moves us toward God, while justice makes us tremble in his sight.” In the first reading from Isaiah, God says, “ My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.”  God reveals the truth that in His eyes there is no distinction among human beings on the basis of race, caste, or colour.  The long-expected Messianic Kingdom … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 20.08.23

Dear Friends, “Storms in life are not meant to break us but to bend us towards God.” The readings for this week speak of God’s saving presence for His people and the need for trusting faith in a loving and providing God who always keeps us company.  The first reading tells us of how Elijah the prophet who had defeated the 450 false priests of Baal with the … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 13.08.23

Dear Friends,      “The most powerful smile is the one that radiates from the inside to the outside. It is capable of transfiguration.” Today we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of Jesus.  The Transfiguration of Jesus is one of the major mysteries in the life of Jesus. The Transfiguration of the Lord with all its display of … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 06.08.23

Dear Friends, Where your pleasure is, there is your treasure; where your treasure is, there is your heart; where your heart is, there is your happiness. Today’s readings teach us that Faith in Jesus as our God and Saviour and sacrificing everything in life to do the will of God are equivalent to discovering and possessing the most valuable treasure or the pearl of great price.  … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 30.07.23