18TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMES 2ND AUGUST 2026 As we celebrate the Parish Feast of St. John Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests, this Sunday’s readings take on a special meaning for our parish community. They invite us to … Continue reading
17TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 26TH JULY 2026 The readings invite us to reflect on the qualities of wisdom, humility, and faithful discipleship, all of which remain deeply relevant in today’s world. Solomon’s prayer is a powerful example for modern … Continue reading
16TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 19TH JULY 2026 Today’s readings invite us to reflect on three gifts that God continually offers us, patience, mercy, and hope. They also challenge us to share these gifts with those around us. The Book … Continue reading
15TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 12TH JULY 2026 The readings invite us to reflect on the enduring power of God’s Word and our response to it in today’s complex and fast changing world. Isaiah assures us that God’s Word never … Continue reading
14TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 5TH JULY 2026 The readings present a timeless message of humility, justice, and life guided by the Spirit values that remain deeply relevant today. The image of the king riding on a donkey symbolizes leadership … Continue reading
ST PETER AND ST PAUL 28TH JUNE 2026 The readings highlight how God guides, protects, and strengthens His people during challenges. In the Acts of the Apostles, Peter is miraculously freed from prison by an angel at a time when … Continue reading
12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMES 21ST JUNE 2026 The readings present a powerful message about faithfulness, courage, and trust in God amid opposition. Jeremiah’s experience shows the struggle of remaining faithful to God when doing so brings criticism, rejection, and … Continue reading
11TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMES 14TH JUNE 2026God’s relationship with Israel began with a special calling. After rescuing them from slavery inEgypt, He chose them to be His own people—a holy nation meant to reflect His love andgoodness to the … Continue reading
THE BODY AND BLOOD OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST 7TH JUNE 2026 The first reading, reflects on the Eucharist by linking it to God’s care for the Israelites during the Exodus. The manna that sustained them in the desert is … Continue reading
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY 31ST MAY 2026 The reading reflects on some of the Bible’s central themes: God’s mercy, the mystery of the Trinity, and salvation through Christ. In Jewish tradition, God’s sacred name, often written as Yahweh, was considered … Continue reading
DAILY MASS READINGS
Unplug the phone charger. According to O2 only 5% of the energy used by the UK’s mobile phone chargers is actually used to charge phones. The other 50,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions just go into the atmosphere.
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