Jesus and the restoration of human dignity
The gospels contain many stories of miraculous healings, both by Jesus himself and by the apostles. But even in the Bible there are also many cases of [...]
Dodging life’s distractions
When I say “distractions”, what comes to mind? I think one of the top distractions of today must be our smartphone. If we are not careful, it [...]
To see Christ in a new light
The Saturday before Easter used to be a popular day to be baptised. You were given a white robe, and you would wear it until this Sunday, [...]
The good things from God’s temple
This morning we are as it were invited to join the crowds at the shore of the lake of Gennesareth. Imagine you have come to listen to [...]
The Great Equaliser
In today’s gospel story, James and John are lobbying to sit on the right and the left hand of Jesus in His Kingdom. In St. Luke’s version [...]
Putting on garments of splendor and strength
All three of today's readings are about strength and new courage. Strength to continue, strength to make a new beginning, especially if a long period of setback, [...]
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