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  Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel is about the wedding feast at Cana, the third of the ‘epiphanies’ revealing who Jesus is. It was the first of the signs given by Jesus…’he let his glory been seen and his disciples believed in him’. The sign is extravagant - the wine is copious and of good quality! (God never does things by halves!) The sign is given, not to impress, but so … [Read more...] about Newsletter 20.01.19.

  Dear Friends, Today we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord and we will hear the alternative readings for Year C. The Gospel gives a dramatic and public revelation (epiphany) of who Jesus is: ‘You are my Son, the beloved. The baptism of Jesus is not for the forgiveness of sin but a proclamation of his identity. This is also true of our baptism: it is a … [Read more...] about Newsletter 13.01.19.

  Dear Friends, Today we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. While it is part of the celebration of Christmas it brings a new perspective to the mystery of the Incarnation. The birth of the Saviour was simple and humble in its surroundings. Now it is opened to the world. The Magi represent people from all nations who will learn of the coming of the Messiah and will … [Read more...] about Newsletter 06.01.19.

  Dear Friends, Today we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. The early years of the family of Jesus were not easy ones. Because of the menace of Herod they were forced to take refuge in Egypt. They then settled in Nazareth where Jesus spent his childhood. Today’s Gospel describes his first Passover in Jerusalem at the age of twelve. He is lost and found again on the … [Read more...] about Newsletter 30.12.18.

  Dear Friends, Today’s Gospel reading tells the story of the Visitation - the meeting of two mothers-to-be. The Visitation completes and confirms the angel’s message and bears witness to the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit which is such an important part of the infancy narratives. Mary embarks on the journey to share her joy with her cousin; Elizabeth proclaims Mary as … [Read more...] about Newsletter 23.12.18.