Author Archives: Dean Atkins

“Both at the crib and at the empty tomb we discover the new life which Christ brings.” Today’s reflection from Mass.

As some box away Christmas for another year, our celebrations continue. The martyrdom of Stephen reminds us of the demands of discipleship and the lingering presence of God in our lives, who never goes away. Here’s today’s reflection from the daily Mass

Happy Christmas! What does God see in the shepherds? Or rather, what is God trying to say, by choosing the shepherds first to reveal to the news of the birth of Christ? In a polarised world, God bridges to the gap between us.

“It’s important to have those personal moments with God. To place ourselves into his hands, and trust in his promises away from the gaze of others, caught up in love of him and know that we are loved.” Today’s daily reflection.

What’s in a name? In today’s gospel reflection from the daily Mass, we look into Zechariah’s predicament, dumbstruck in disbelief!

“Do we expect God to fulfil our expectations, or do we allow him to transform us, allowing his grace to work in our lives to receive what he wishes to give? Today’s reflection from the daily Mass. BIBLE READINGS: You can find the readings for Friday of the Second Week of Advent here (Universalis Website)Continue reading “Playing by the rules”

In today’s reflection from the daily Mass, we explore what it really means to be great!

In today’s reflection from the daily Mass, Fr Dean wonders what it’s like to have an adventurous spirit in the church.

“For those of us who have decided to follow Jesus, each day presents opportunities to serve him.. Today’s reflection from the daily Mass.