Traditionally, the third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means “Rejoice” in Latin. This Sunday is a joyful reminder that the Lord and our salvation is near. Our salvation is fulfilled at the coming reign of God. Why are we joyful and what are we joyful about? We ought to be filled with joy on this Sunday if [...]
The Importance of the Eucharist According to the unanimous testimony of the Saints from different ages, the Eucharistic Celebration is anything but ordinary (Haumonte, 2021). St. John Chrysostom says, “At such a time angels stand by the Priest; and the whole sanctuary, and the space round about the altar, is filled with the powers of heaven, in honour of Him [...]
Encounter Advent Reconciliation Service at CSM Friday, 16 December at 8pm Praise & Worship Let's come together and raise our voices to sing praises to our Lord! Saturday, 17 December 8pm Bethel Christmas EC schedule Thanksgiving EC Formation What is Theology? Date: Tuesday, 20, [...]
There are two classical definitions of sin by St Augustine: Sin is anything said, done or desired contrary to God’s eternal law (contra faustum); Sin is a turning away from God and a turning towards creatures (de libero arbitrio). For the 1st definition, it states that when sin occurs, laws are broken. God’s eternal law does not necessary mean just [...]
Encounter Art in the season of Advent Part 1: Wednesday, 7 December Part 2: Wednesday, 14 December 8 - 10pm St Paul/St Andrew Rooms To register: tinyurl.com/CSMArtinAdventDec2022 Advent Reconciliation Service at CSM Friday, 16 December at 8pm Christmas EC schedule Thanksgiving EC CSM Intercessory Wednesdays, 7pm 19, 26 Oct 2, [...]
“Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand!” “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight His paths.” Advent means “Coming”. During this Advent season, let us reflect on the past, present and future comings of Jesus into the world as a fulfilment of God’s promise of salvation. Are you willing and ready to turn away from your old [...]
Happy New Year! Are you ready for the coming of the Lord? Every year this is my reminder as we enter Advent. The first reading speaks of the readiness for the coming of Jesus Christ. We hear that God will establish His kingdom and we must be ready to walk in the light of God. Yes, we must have this [...]
Encounter Evening Brew Date: Friday, 2 December Time: 8pm Location: St John Vianney Registration: tinyurl.com/CSMEveningBrewDec2022 Please email your questions to csm.secretariat@catholic.org.sg Holy Hour Friday, 2 December 7 - 8pm Art in the season of Advent Part 1: Wednesday, 7 December Part 2: Wednesday, 14 December 8 - 10pm St Paul/St Andrew Rooms [...]
Thou shall not lie…hmm….what constitutes a lie? A lie happens when one is denied or deceived of certain information which he or she has the right to know. Thus a lie is always wrong, and cannot be justified. However, when one has no right to the information, withholding such information from him or her is merely telling an untruth. Thus [...]
