Author Archives: John McKenna
Children’s Liturgy
Children’s Liturgy (Little Church)[slideshow gallery_id=”4″] Anne Lyon led Little Church on the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. The children learnt about Jesus’ baptism in the river Jordan, and looked at the image of John baptising Jesus in our … Continue reading
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The Ascension
The Ascension (12.05.13) In today’s readings, Luke tells us that Jesus’ return to His Father is the completion of His mission, while at the same time it marks the beginning of a new age, so the Ascension is an ending … Continue reading
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Pentecost Sunday
Pentecost Sunday (19.05.13) MORE THAN A DAY We tend to view ‘Pentecost’ as a singular, stand-alone event. It is theologically the pinnacle of Paschaltide. Reflecting on the loss of this connection, Sr. Joan Chittister, an American Benedictine, writes, “But only … Continue reading
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Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ Sunday June 2nd http://www.liturgyoffice.org.uk/ 160. The Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ is observe on the Thursday following on the solemnity of the Most Blessed Trinity. This feast is both … Continue reading
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Bulletin. Most Holy Trinity May 26th – June 2nd
Holy Trinity 26th May 2013 Masses this week Prayers of the Church Week 3…Mass Week 7 Saturday 6.30pm Thanksgiving Sunday 8.30am Doran Family 10.30am Private Intention Monday 8.30am Private Intention Tuesday 9.15am Eastham Family Wednesday 9.15am Lumby Family Thursday … Continue reading
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HOW LARGE IS YOUR HEAVEN?
HOW LARGE IS YOUR HEAVEN? http://www.ronrolheiser.com 2010-09-12 One of the marks of a Christian heart is the desire for inclusivity, the desire to ultimately be in communion with as many people as possible, to have everyone in heaven with you … Continue reading
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PENTECOST: A NEED FOR OUR LIVES
PENTECOST: A NEED FOR OUR LIVES 1988-05-02 We go through life struggling. This is true for everyone. We all live with inferiorities, dashed dreams, and deep frustrations. Because of this we tend to grow jealous. We begin to envy other … Continue reading
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