First Sunday of Advent 29 November 2015   “And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.”   Introduction   Jesus reminds us that one day he will return in glory to judge the living and the dead.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16 […]

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 22 November 2015   “All who are on the side of truth listen to my voice.”   Introduction   On this final Sunday in the Church’s year, we celebrate Jesus Christ as King. He is the first and the last, the Alpha and the Omega of our […]

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 15 November 2015   “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.”  Introduction  The language of today’s Gospel may at first appear to be threatening and terrifying. On closer inspection, we see that, not only are Jesus’ words not threatening, they are reassuring, which is […]

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 November 2015   “The Lord upholds the widow and orphan, but thwarts the path of the wicked.”   Introduction   The new life of Christ requires that we place our trust and hope in God and give attention to loving and caring for one another, particularly those who are […]