Homilies

All Saints’ Day- snippet

Many years ago, in less civilized times, the punishment for crime was very, very severe. One man caught stealing sheep  had the letters ST (Sheep Stealer) branded on his forehead for all to see. The man had a complete change of heart, and gave himself totally to God and to neighbour, and by the time […]

31st Sunday READINGS

Mass Readings First reading Wisdom 11:22-12:2 © In your sight, Lord, the whole world is like a grain of dust that tips the scales, like a drop of morning dew falling on the ground. Yet you are merciful to all, because you can do all things and overlook men’s sins so that they can repent. […]

Today’s Readings for the Mass

First reading Philippians 1:1-11 © From Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus, together with their presiding elders and deacons. We wish you the grace and peace of God our Father and of the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God whenever I think of you; and every […]

A newborn’s conversation with God….

A baby asked God, “They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?” God said, “Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you.” The child further inquired, “But tell me, here in heaven I don’t have […]