‘Render to God the things that are God’s’ Our readings today leave us in no doubt that, as the Creator of all, there is only one God, who rules over everything on earth. In the First Reading we hear Isaiah’s … Read More
‘Those who seek the Lord lack no blessing’ Today we’re shown a foretaste of salvation and how God desires the inclusion of everyone. In the Gospel, the parable of the Wedding Banquet shows God’s eagerness to offer salvation to all, yet … Read More
‘The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts in Christ Jesus’ The Season of Creation draws to a close today on the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. It is fitting that throughout this Sunday’s readings, … Read More
‘In humility count others more significant than yourselves’ The readings this week invite us to reflect on where we put our energies, and remind us that we can only serve our own, deep needs by responding to God’s call to … Read More
‘My thoughts are not your thoughts’ This week, the readings focus on God’s generosity, even if it is sometimes difficult for us to accept that God’s ways are not our ways. In the First Reading, Isaiah encourages the people of … Read More
‘Lord, how often will my brother sin against me, and I forgive him?’ This Sunday’s readings focus on forgiveness, reminding us that there is no limit to God’s mercy and unconditional love. We cannot repay God’s forgiveness, but we can … Read More
‘Love each other’ This Sunday’s readings encourage us to listen to the Lord at all times, and to listen to our neighbour and to our communities too. This will sometimes ask for tough love in our relationships with each other. … Read More
‘Let them take up their cross and follow me’ Today’s readings remind us that whilst we may find ourselves caught between the values of God’s kingdom and those of the world around us, we will always have the love of … Read More
‘I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven’ The prophet Isaiah (today’s First Reading) reminds us that God’s will is always accomplished. And as we are reminded in the words of the Entrance Antiphon, ‘Save the servant who … Read More
‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour’ On this Marian feast day, we celebrate Our Lady, assumed into glory through the saving power of her Son. At the heart of today’s liturgy is the … Read More
