All posts tagged Paul

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Radical Freedom

Today’s first reading, from the Acts of the Apostles, speaks of Radical Freedom.  Paul had been preaching the Good News, and was handed over to the Romans by the Jews.  …

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The Hard Commandment

The context for today’s gospel is the Last Supper. Jesus had just finished washing the feet of his apostles. It is after this act of service, a service done by …

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Easter Vigil

In Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians he writes,’I handed on to you as of first importance what I myself received, that Christ died for our sin in accordance with …

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Love is an Easy Word to Say

If you’ve ever been to a wedding you are certainly familiar with our second reading from St. Paul famous letter to the Corinthians and it beautiful yet demanding description of …

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Living Faith

In today’s first reading from St. Paul’s second letter to Timothy we are reminded of the vital role that other people, but especially parents and grandparents play in passing on …

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A Wedding in Cana

When you hear the words, ‘there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee don’t even think it could be anything like the weddings and receptions we have in this day …

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The Wise Still Seek Him

A number of years ago a home in the parish had a striking Christmas decoration. In the picture window there was a large silhouette shows the Magi following the star. …

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