Author Archives: Dean Atkins

“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.

All are welcome to join us for the annual Memorial Service for those who have died homeless

How do we recognise the kingdom of God in our own lives? In what ways can we become signs that God’s kingdom is coming into the world?”. Today’s reflection from the daily Mass.

“It can feel impossible to stand straight and raise our heads. But even in the midst of difficulties, God is with us”. Today’s reflection from the daily Mass.

Whilst we cling to stones and mortar and set places aside as holy and dedicated to God, we can easily be distracted and forget that we are temples of the Holy Spirit”. Today’s reflection from the daily Mass.

“No matter how small we think we are or how small our gift is, if we give of ourselves—and give ourselves wholeheartedly—then we will feel the loving look of Jesus, who accepts us as we are.”