Sunday Reflection

Ezekiel’s words make us sit up and listen

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | September 26, 2020 | 0 Comments

September 27: 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. Ezekiel 18:25-28; Psalm: 25; 2. Philippians 2:1-11; Gospel: Matthew 21:28-32.   The purpose of these pieces of Sacred Scripture is obvious. In each one, a voice speaks about this life and the necessary choices that have to be made.  Ezekiel’s words make us sit up and listen. For this prophet, life is seen to … Read More about Ezekiel’s words make us sit up and listen

Navigating our way through many a testing time

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | September 19, 2020 | 0 Comments

September 20: 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. Isaiah 55:6-9; Psalm: 145; 2. Philippians 1:20-24,27; Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16; Our readings this Sunday contrast thought and action as the means to supply insight into our call to the godly life. For as God’s people, we need regular biblical assistance in … Read More about Navigating our way through many a testing time

We are duty-bound to nurture a generous, gracious heart

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | September 12, 2020 | 1 Comment

September 13: 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. Sirach 27:30-28:7; Psalm 102; 2.  Romans 14:7-9; Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35.   These biblical texts treat of a certain regard for our lives as people who sin and have need of the Lord’s mercy, forgiveness and compassion.   Sirach introduces the topic by looking realistically at the way we act towards one another, and the leniency with which … Read More about We are duty-bound to nurture a generous, gracious heart

Accept the challenge to be messengers of the Word of God

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | August 29, 2020 | 0 Comments

August 30: 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. Jeremiah 20:7-9; Psalm: 63; 2. Romans 12:1-2; Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27. Working for God’s mission of proclaiming his Word lies at the heart of these readings. Jeremiah is well-remembered because of the burden he constantly senses whenever he preaches the Word he … Read More about Accept the challenge to be messengers of the Word of God

The reality of divine presence revealed

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | August 8, 2020 | 0 Comments

August 9: Nineteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. 1 Kings 19:9,11-13; Psalm: 85; 2. Romans 9:1-5; Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33. This selection of passages from Holy Scripture is especially focused on the spiritual reality that God and the Lord Jesus bless us with their presence as we practise our faith … Read More about The reality of divine presence revealed

A fine illustration of Jesus’ compassionate love

By Fr Kevin Waldie sm | August 1, 2020 | 0 Comments

August 2: Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. Readings: 1. Isaiah 55:1-3; Psalm: 145; 2. Romans 8:35,37-39; Gospel: Matthew 14:13-21. Through words such as food and love, today’s readings teach us what it means to be supported by a caring God. Isaiah’s verses issue a joyous invitation to come and share … Read More about A fine illustration of Jesus’ compassionate love