The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Spirit of God dwelling within us, alleluia! On this great celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit, today’s readings tell of the gifts of consolation and peace, … Read More
‘I am coming to you’ This last Sunday of Easter offers us a prayerful pause between the great feasts of Ascension and Pentecost. There is a spirit of anticipation and encouragement throughout the liturgy. In the Gospel, we hear part … Read More
‘Go, make disciples of all nations!’ Forty days after the Resurrection, Jesus ascends to heaven. He ascends triumphant to sit at the Father’s right hand. For the disciples, their time of formation with him is over. How is their relationship … Read More
‘I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you’ The readings for this sixth week of Eastertide are full of joy! They celebrate the light and grace of the Holy Spirit who reveals God’s love to all of … Read More
The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone As we continue to live through this joyful Eastertide, the readings this week show us the new Christians attempting to organise their community. After prayer and discernment, they solve the … Read More
‘I am the good shepherd … I know my sheep and my own know me’ Today’s readings invite us to contemplate the tender image of Christ as the Good Shepherd, who leads, protects, and cares for his flock. His relationship … Read More
And their eyes were opened, and they recognised him The readings for this week are full of reminders of what Jesus’s resurrection has brought for us. Joy, wonder, glory, praise, and hope are all woven through each reading, inviting us … Read More
Christ, our hope, is risen! Alleluia! St Beuno’s Outreach in the Diocese of Wrexham, UK, wishes you a joyous and peaceful Easter. Mosaic of Jesus and Mary Magdalene (detail), Rowan and Irene LeCompte, Washington National Cathedral © www.flickr.com/photos/laurapadgett/2533997012/, Art in … Read More
‘Peace be with you! Full of the joy of the resurrection, the Sunday readings also stress the love and mercy the risen Lord has for all of his people. In the First Reading we see the joy and enthusiasm of … Read More
‘I have risen and I am with you still. Alleluia!’ Praising the goodness and mercy of God is our central and joyful purpose within the Easter Sunday liturgy. The scripture for today’s celebration proclaims God’s ultimate victory over death. The … Read More
