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Dear Friends, This Sunday is the last in the Church’s year. In the gospel Luke gives a stark contrast between the powerful who jeer and mock Jesus and the powerless, his closest friends, who stay with him. Even the two criminals are powerless, and yet one of them recognises authority in Jesus and confesses it in faith and receives the ultimate promise. It is a subtle, … [Read more...] about Newsletter 24.11.19.

Dear Friends, In today’s Gospel Jesus warns his followers to expect conflict, chaos and discord. But they must not despair because their faith and their witness will be stronger than any human events. They must wait in faith, trust in God’s power and continue to live Christian lives - as Paul writes in the second reading. The Journey in Faith course continues this Sunday … [Read more...] about Newsletter 17.11.19.

Dear Friends, In today’s second reading St Paul tells us that the Lord is faithful. No matter what happens he will not abandon us. He will give us strength, protect us from every form of evil and will keep us faithful to the love of God. The Journey in Faith course continues next Sunday at 5 pm in the presbytery. We are also taking names of children for First Holy … [Read more...] about Newsletter 10.11.19.

Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel tells the story of another tax-collector. Zachaeus opens his house and his heart to Jesus and this encounter is a turning point in his life. The Journey in Faith course begins today at 5 pm in the presbytery. It is for those who wish to explore the teaching of the Catholic Church as well as anyone who would like to have a ‘refresher’ … [Read more...] about Newsletter 03.11.19.

Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel is a school of prayer. Jesus tells us that we learn to pray, not necessarily from the religious person but the sinner. Prayer is about God and how I stand before God - in truth and in humility. The Journey in Faith course will begin next Sunday, 3rd November at 5 pm in the presbytery. It is for those who wish to explore the teaching of the … [Read more...] about Newsletter 27.10.19.