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Every nation is founded on a set of values. Jesus calls us to be faithful to God and to seek his kingdom, which means loving and caring for all, not fuelling division. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Saturday of week 11 of ordinary time can be found here. Many peopleContinue reading “The values we hold”

We can all view the same situation in different ways. As Christians we are called to look upon all people – including refugees – with the eyes of love, compassion and hospitality. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Friday of week 11 of ordinary time can be found here. Have youContinue reading “How we see the world”

The Lord’s Prayer contains some of the most radical lines in any prayer. Yet it is not just a formula of words to be recited, but also a call to action to transform the world. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Thursday of week 11 of ordinary time can be foundContinue reading “Prayer and action”

Many people are not remembered in the pages of history, especially refugees who have died seeking safety far from home. However, God knows and loves everyone; our love should extend as far as his does. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Tuesday of week 11 of ordinary time can be foundContinue reading “God knows every name”

Often in our world the rights of ordinary people get trampled over by the rich and powerful. Jesus shows us a radically different way to treat others. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Monday of the 11th week of ordinary time can be found here. A priest friend of mine onceContinue reading “Respecting everyone’s story”