Stephen Clark, Manila, Philippines – My wife and I were travelling recently in the north of the Philippines. It’s still […]
Faith Can’t Be Taught, it Must Be Caught Read Post »
PD Hoar, Waterfall, KZN – Christ himself chose 12 everyday men to preach the Good News to all nations of
The Core Truth is Christ of the Gospels Read Post »
In biblical times, as today, water was vital: to be hydrated, to stay clean, to produce crops, to raise livestock. Water was life. So it is no accident that so many crucial events in the Gospel take place around water: the Sea of Galilee, the River Jordan, and the various wells and healing pools.
Finding Jesus at the Waters Read Post »
Water runs through the Bible. FR RALPH DE HAHN looks at some examples, especially from the gospel of St John.
Where We Find Water in the Bible Read Post »
God always loves and generously gives first before asking for fidelity to his commandments — which are the words of a loving father showing people the right way to live, Pope Francis said.
Faith: Joyous Gratitude, Not Slavelike Duty Read Post »
The memory of the saving power of Christ is what gives life flavour and is a source of strength for Christians, Pope Francis said.
Remember Jesus! Christian Memory is the Salt of Life Read Post »
The Ascension represents our hope. Where Jesus has gone, we hope to follow. This is what our Catholic tradition tells us. But on a personal level, I struggle to identify with the Ascension and its promise of heaven.
After the Goodbyes: Our Silent Wait in Hope Read Post »
The view I have of God and the view I have of myself are intricately entwined. Knowing our original source gives me a firm direction towards my ultimate goal; gives me also the wisdom by which I come to direct my life. Without this there is a great emptiness in our hearts that nothing, no experience or possession, and no other human can ever fill.
Reflection on The Feast of the Ascension Read Post »
In one of his columns, Fr Ron Rolheiser OMI mentions the reason for Jesus’ agony in the garden. He says that it was not easy for Jesus to link with a divine source outside himself in prayer. He then concludes that this was the reason for his agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Jesus’ Agony Over the Weight of Sin Read Post »
