In the parable of today’s gospel, the enemy sows darnel into the wheat field. As the darnel grows become evident, the neighbours around this farmer will laugh at him and say that he does not know how to prepare the soil for the sowing. The enemy wants to shame the farmer because he does not like the farmer to prosper. [...]
A question to consider is: ‘Who is the Sower?’ The immediate answer for most is that it is Jesus. If we consider the ancient world, it could be the owner of the plantation, the tenant farmer, or the peasant worker. If it was the owner, he would be despised by the peasant who are hearing this parable. If there were [...]
Rejoice! The King is Coming! The first reading is a song of praise for the coming of the Kingdom of God. The King is victorious; he is triumphant. He comes to us in humility by riding on a donkey. In ancient times, a king would ride on a donkey to signify that he is coming in peace. He rides a [...]
This Sunday’s readings are a reminder of the paradox of the cross that in order to live one must die. Dying to oneself is something that is avoided because it is uncomfortable. Familiarity is comforting and choosing situations which make one feel comfortable is natural. Even in church, worshippers often find themselves sitting at the same spot during Eucharistic celebrations, [...]
The readings remind us that God is always with us and always caring for us, no matter where we are or our circumstances. The first reading tells of how Peter and John went from Jerusalem to Samaria to pray with the people there and call down the Holy Spirit on them. The psalm is our response to God’s loving care [...]
The first reading, taken from Acts, shows us the early Church as a loving, serving, and worshipping community (Acts 6:1-7). Hence, it easily solved the problem of perceived discrimination over daily distribution by instituting the diaconate for the service of the community. Our own community goes through similar challenges. The responses we make seem to differ. The necessity to voice [...]
As a Christian, we are all called to be witnesses of Christ through our words and actions. What have I done to be this witness? Some time ago I remember a voice telling me that I should be bold enough to talk about my faith to others whether they be Gentiles or Christians. It was a subtle calling. The direction [...]
Encounter CITY DISTRICT LENT RECONCILIATION SERVICE All services begin at 8pm 27 Mar (Mon) Church of the Sacred Heart 28 Mar (Tue) Church of St Michael 29 Mar (Wed) Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Palm Sunday 2 April 2022 (usual Sunday EC timings) Procession of Palms on Saturday 1 April @ 5.30pm Eucharist Celebration [...]
Encounter Come on down to Fat Tuesday! Evening Brew and BBQ 21 Feb 7.30pm Angel's Courtyard It is a time to relax with a drink of your taste and talk about theology. This discussion is proposed in the document, Evangelii Gaudium by Pope Francis. There will be discussion and question and answer moments on any aspect of [...]
Encounter Ash Wednesday Eucharistic Celebration Wednesday, 22 Feb 2023 6.30am, 10.30am & 8pm Way of the Cross Journey with the Lord through the Way of the Cross. Every Friday, 24 Feb - 31 Mar 2023 7.00 - 7.30pm CSM Chillax After Saturday 5.30pm EC Starting 11 Feb 2023 Come and join us for [...]
