John

Dear Friends, Today’s gospel reading shows the dangers of personal ambition and envy. James and John are hoping for a privileged position in the kingdom of God not realising the cost that is involved. The other disciples are envious of their ambitions and resent their attempts and self-advancement. All of them needed to learn that to be a disciple of the Lord is not easy and … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 16.10.21

Dear Friends, In the first reading today wisdom is portrayed as a female character. It is seen as more than cleverness or intelligence; it comes from a deep experience of life and learning from it. It is also a gift, a share in the divine wisdom. In the gospel reading the young man is also searching for wisdom: ’what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ he asks. But is this … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 10.10.21

Dear Friends, ‘It is not good that man should be alone’. We all have a network of relationships that form an essential element of our lives. They give us identity and purpose. The marriage relationship is an important part of this network. For Christians marriage is not based on convenience or a passing infatuation. It involves an unqualified commitment which reflects the … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 03.10.21

Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel  and  the 1st reading highlight the dangers of any kind of exclusivity (an ‘us’ and ‘them’ attitude) on the part of believers. God’s power and God’s gifts are always greater than any limits we may try to impose on them. The presence and the action of the Holy Spirit know no boundaries. The next session of the Journey in Faith … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 26.09.21