Christ instituted the sacraments of the new law. There are seven: Baptism, Confirmation (or Chrismation), the Eucharist, Penance, the Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. The seven sacraments […]
In the gospels there are many different images and titles used to describe Jesus. He spoke about himself as being the Good Shepherd, the Bread of life and the Light […]
Any family event that is celebrated with a meal and a drink is a cause for great joy and happiness. Friends and relatives, some of whom we may not have […]
The world is charged with the splendour of God! As we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, the season of Easter reaches its final climax. This Sunday we celebrate and experience […]
We have celebrated the Ascension of our Lord and now our hearts and minds turn to Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit. It is not enough that Jesus goes […]
We are still making our way through the Season of Easter and the risen Jesus continues to appear to his friends and followers. And, as always, when he does appear […]
In last Sunday’s gospel, Jesus described himself as the Good Shepherd who we are called and invited to follow. This Sunday, Jesus offers us another powerful image of himself and […]
Jesus continues to appear to his friends and followers. We can only imagine that they are still trying to get over the shock and disappointment of seeing him die on […]
I wonder, would it be right to suggest that after Judas who betrayed Jesus, Thomas is perhaps the least liked apostle and follower of Jesus? After all he had been […]