The Ascension of the Lord 2 June 2019   “You are witnesses to this.”   Introduction   Today we celebrate that our humanity has been raised up in glory in the person of our risen and ascended Lord.  Where he has gone, we hope to follow.  This is the legacy left by Jesus, the promise […]

Sixth Sunday of Easter 26 May 2019   “The Advocate, the Holy Spirit, will teach you everything.”   Introduction   The risen Jesus is by our side; his indwelling word teaches us how to live.  God has come to make God’s home within us.  Thus, we may know such peace as the world can never […]

Fifth Sunday of Easter 19 May 2019   “When Judas had gone.”   Introduction   As we return to the Last Supper for today’s Gospel, we recall that the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus are not separate events, but together constitute the paschal mystery.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Acts 14:21-27   Paul […]

Fourth Sunday in Easter 12 May 2019   “The Father and I are one.”   Introduction   Today, often known as “Good Shepherd Sunday,” reminds us that Jesus came to serve and to teach us how to serve.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Acts 13:14, 43-52   Paul and Barnabas are rejected by their […]

Third Sunday in Easter 5 May 2019   “Simon son of John, do you love me?”   Introduction   The risen Lord asks for our love and accepts what we can offer.  In his compassion and human understanding, he gives us space and time to grow in grace.   Today’s Readings   First Reading: Acts […]