Category Archives: Feast, Holy Day

For the Church which believes and prays, the Wise Men from the East who, guided by the star, made their way to the manger of Bethlehem, are only the beginning of a great procession which winds throughout history. Thus the … Continue reading →

After saying this he breathed on them and said: “Receive the Holy Spirit. For those whose sins you forgive, they are forgiven; for those whose sins you retain, they are retained.” “The meaning of Christ’s Ascension expresses our belief that … Continue reading →

Jesus declares, “Anyone who loses his life for my sake, that man will save it.” This is sacrifice: handing our imperfect self over to the One who responds by handing back our true self through the gift of himself on … Continue reading →

Lent, “always involves a battle, a spiritual battle, because the spirit of evil naturally opposes our sanctification and seeks to divert us from the way of God.” Pope Benedict. Reconciliation Services Sun 20th 3.00pm St. Gregory’s Mon 21st 7.30pm Sacred Heart … Continue reading →

LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS For Christians, ‘The Epiphany’ is synonymous with light. The light of that star guided the wise foreigners in their search for Jesus Christ. In a sky full of stars they could evidently identify that star with … Continue reading →

The Meaning of the Advent Wreath Most Advent wreaths use three colors – purple, pink, and white. However, some may use blue in place of the purple. 1st CANDLE – (purple) THE PROPHECY CANDLE or CANDLE OF HOPE – We can have hope because God is … Continue reading →

December 19th – December 25th Christmas Masses Christmas Eve        8.30pm  (Thursday) Christmas Day      10.00am   Boxing Day             10.00am  (Please note….there will be no evening Mass on Boxing Day)