27 November 2016 “You do not know the day when your master is coming.” Introduction Jesus tells us to remain awake for the coming of the Son of Man. In Advent, we prepare ourselves for his coming by living watchful lives. Today’s Readings First Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 Isaiah has a vision in which all peoples […]

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 20 November 2016 “Above him there was an inscription: ‘This is the King of the Jews’.” Introduction On the final Sunday of the liturgical year, we celebrate the kingship of Christ: a fitting end to the Church’s year. The liturgy for today makes clear, however, that Christ’s […]

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 13 November 2016 “You will be hated by all….on account of my name.” Introduction God’s kingdom is a living power among us. We experience it whenever we make peace, serve one another and respect all living things. Let us prepare to be touched and challenged by God’s generosity and love. […]

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 November 2016 “He is God, not of the dead, but of the living.” Introduction At every Eucharist we celebrate the mystery of Christ’s passing over from death into life. That mystery is made present here for us today, so that we too can journey with him into the fullness […]