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Dear Friends, The feast of Corpus Christi - the Body and Blood of Christ - shows us how central the Mass is in our Catholic tradition. The Mass makes present the total self-giving of Christ who nourishes his people when they gather. In the Gospel reading the multiplication of the loaves and fishes already has a eucharistic character when Jesus took, blest, broke and gave in … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 19.06.22

Dear Friends, We are so small and weak on this earth of ours. But there is one who came to give us a new vision and a new way of living. His words had the power to inspire, his actions showed the way of love. That love was directed to his Father from whom he held his very being. Those who shared his life and listened to his words did not fully understand their true meaning. … [Read more...] about 12.06.22

Dear Friends, In today’s first reading the long list of places of origin show the diversity of those who heard the Gospel message in their own languages. Luke is telling us that the whole world is represented and receives the message. The sound of the great wind, the manifestation of the Holy Spirit, brings the people together to hear the proclamation of the apostles. The … [Read more...] about Newsletter 05 06 2022

Dear Friends, Today is the final Sunday in Eastertide. We hear the end of the Book of the Apocalypse with its promise that the Lord will protect and save all those who trust in him. It is that promise that enables Stephen to face his persecutors and undergo martyrdom with such calm dignity. In the Gospel we hear the prayer of Jesus for his disciples. He prays for unity among … [Read more...] about Newsletter 29 05 2022

Dear Friends, In today’s Gospel we hear more of the last conversation Jesus has with his disciples before his arrest and death. He promises to send the Holy Spirit who will teach them everything including the purpose of his death and resurrection. Today we continue the diocesan programme ‘Faithful Stewards of God’s Gifts’. Last Sunday we reflected on our parish community … [Read more...] about Newsletter 22.05.2022