LENT Lent is a 40-day penitential season in the Catholic Church that prepares believers to focus on Christ’s sacrifice, repentance, and spiritual renewal. Rooted in Jesus’ 40 days of fasting and temptation in the desert, Lent emphasizes prayer, self-denial, and … Continue reading
5TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 8TH FEBRUARY 2026 “Faith That Shows: Being Salt and Light in Ordinary Life” On this Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Word of God draws us deeply into the vocation of visible, lived … Continue reading
4TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 1st FEBRUARY 2026 The belief that material prosperity equates to God’s blessing is a recurring theme, evident both in contemporary society and among the Israelites before their Babylonian exile. This perspective often led to the … Continue reading
3RD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 25TH JANUARY 2026 The adult Jesus’ public ministry was a fulfillment of ancient prophecies, ushering humanity from the darkness of sin into God’s light. This transformative work involved a call to repentance and full … Continue reading
2ND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIMES 18TH JANUARY 2026 “Behold the Lamb of God: A Call to Mission and Witness” The readings of this Sunday draw our attention to the identity and mission of Jesus as revealed to the world. In … Continue reading
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD 11TH JANUARY 2026 The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord signifies the close of Christmastide and celebrates a pivotal moment in Jesus’ life and ministry. John’s baptism, intended for repentance and preparation for the … Continue reading
The Second Sunday after the Nativity of the Lord in the Catholic Church is a time for profound reflection on the Incarnation and its implications for our lives. The readings often highlight the ongoing mystery of God becoming human, emphasizing … Continue reading
My Dearest Parishioners, As the lights of Bethlehem twinkle in our hearts and minds this Christmas, I find myself overwhelmed with a profound sense of gratitude for each and every one of you. This sacred season, meant to be a … Continue reading
4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT 21ST DECEMBER 2025 Readings: Isaiah 7:10–14; Romans 1:1–7; Matthew 1:18–24 As we arrive at the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the liturgy draws our gaze to the mystery of Emmanuel—“God with us.” Advent is not simply … Continue reading
3RD SUNDAY OF ADVENT 14TH DECEMBER 2025 Rejoice! The Lord is Near. On this Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, our readings call us to a joy that is not superficial, but rooted in patient, watchful hope. To you, … Continue reading
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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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