Author Archives: John McKenna

Ash Wednesday

Posted on February 13, 2013 by John McKenna

Praying in Secret In today s Gospel, Jesus says, pray in secret. When you fast, don’t look gloomy: wash your face, comb your hair, put on a clean shirt. Don’t worry about getting praised by the world. God sees your little … Continue reading →

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5th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Posted on February 8, 2013 by John McKenna

Reflection. 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time (10.02.13) What can we learn from today’s scripture readings! We hear about three men who did great things for God – Isaiah, Paul and Peter. Yet, strange as it may seem, each of them … Continue reading →

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Website Access

Posted on February 6, 2013 by John McKenna

The parish website is now much improved from its first launch. Above you will find a menu bar under the photograph of the Church. This can be used to get essential information on all the operational areas of the Church. It is … Continue reading →

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ProLife

Posted on February 6, 2013 by John McKenna

Articles on ProLife website. http://prolife.org.uk/ Under-reporting of Abortion for disability… Posted on 6 February 2013. It has recently been reported in the Sunday Times and the Daily Mail that abortions for disabilities, like cleft palate or club foot, have been under-reported in the UK, … Continue reading →

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Marriage (same sex couples)

Posted on February 6, 2013 by John McKenna

Coalition for Marriage http://c4m.org.uk/ Dear marriage supporter, We always said the crucial thing about yesterday’s vote would be the strength of the ‘no’ vote. Before the vote, the media was speculating that we might get 130, or possibly 150 votes. … Continue reading →

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Allelulia

Posted on February 5, 2013 by John McKenna

Question: Why Don’t Roman Catholics Sing the Alleluia During Lent? Throughout the liturgical year, the Catholic Church makes certain changes to the Mass to reflect the liturgical season. Next to the change in the color of the priest’s vestments, the absence … Continue reading →

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Bulletin 10th February 2013. 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on February 4, 2013 by John McKenna

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time. 10th February 2013 Masses this week   Prayers of the Church Week 1 Saturday 6.30pm Raymond Ryall Sunday 8.30am 10.30am Margaret Heys Monday 9.15am Private Intention Tuesday 9.15am Mary Robinson Wednesday 9.15am ASH WEDNESDAY 7.00pm … Continue reading →

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