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In today’s reflection on the daily mass readings, Fr Richard considers the relationship between our words and actions. Which is harder, and which is more effective? Readings for Thursday of the 1st week of Advent: Isaiah 26.1-6; Psalm 118,1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Matthew 7.21, 24-27. Text of readings can be found here. Whenever a gameContinue reading “Words and actions”

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

In today’s reflection on the daily mass readings, Fr Richard considers how we can have faith in God’s vision for a world where all of nature is at peace and in harmony. Readings for Tuesday of the 1st week of Advent: Isaiah 11.1-10; Psalm 72.1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Luke 10.21-24. Text of readings can beContinue reading “Faith in God’s vision”

In today’s reflection on the daily mass readings, Fr Richard considers what happens when someone usually considered an outsider shows profound insights and is welcomed in. How can we learn from such people? Readings for Monday of the 1st week of Advent: Isaiah 4.2-6; Psalm 122.1-4, 8-8; Matthew 8.5-11. Text of readings can be foundContinue reading “From outsider to insider”

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.”

In today’s reflection on the daily mass readings, Fr Richard considers how we find direction in life. Is it best to assume that we are in control of where we are going, or should we look elsewhere? Readings for Saturday of week 33 of Ordinary Time: 1 Maccabees 6.1-13; Psalm 9.2-4, 6, 16, 19; LukeContinue reading “The best sat nav”

In today’s reflection on the daily mass readings, Fr Richard considers the concept of a spiritual spring clean as a way of reconnecting with God. Readings for Friday in the 33rd week of Ordinary Time: 1 Maccabees 4.36-37, 52-29; 1 Chronicles 29.10, 11-12; Luke 19.45-48 Having a good clear-out of a room or even theContinue reading “A spring clean – in winter?!”