Daily Reflection, August 31, 2023

Daily Reflection, August 31, 2023

Readings: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13Matthew 24:42-51 Reflection Jesus is a storyteller, a maker of metaphors and parables. He responds to so much of the world.  The presence of Christ in the natural Universe speaks to him. In today’s parable, God the Creator is the rich...
Daily Reflection, August 30, 2023

Daily Reflection, August 30, 2023

Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2: 9-13.Matthew 23: 27-32 Reflection In today’s gospel, Jesus makes clear that he has no time for imposters; for those who strive to appear what they are not. Any of us can support fair and warranted criticism, but not if what we criticise...
Daily Reflection, August 29, 2023

Daily Reflection, August 29, 2023

Beheading of St.John the Baptist Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8Mark 6: 17-29 Reflection: Today we commemorate the death of John the Baptist. John was the last prophet to herald the arrival of the long-awaited Messiah and the first martyr for the Good News. As Jesus’...
Daily Reflection, August 28, 2023

Daily Reflection, August 28, 2023

Readings: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5; 8-10Matthew 23:13-22 Reflection: As parishioners were leaving the church, I was asked a question: ‘Do you know how many people you have upset during your homily? I replied, ‘No’. ‘You don’t have any right to tell people how they should...
Daily Reflection, August 27, 2023

Daily Reflection, August 27, 2023

21st Sunday of Ordinary time Readings: Isaiah 22:19-23Romans 11:33-36Matthew 16:13-20 Reflection: This Sunday’s readings emphasise God’s providence and loving care, expressed in unexpected and wondrous ways.  The reading from Isaiah concerns those who have the...