Sunday May 5th 2013 – Sixth Sunday of Easter
Today we hear from the farewell discourse in the Gospel of Saint John. Jesus is replying to a question about why he does not show himself to the world. The disciples want fireworks; they want everyone to see who Jesus really is and are wondering why he does not put on some big performance for them. The response of Jesus is clear…
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about not emailing Fr Pat while he’s away, and writing to him at his US address instead
Please note that Fr Pat is currently away, and will not see any email sent to him between now and September 2013. During his absence, please do not send him email, though we now have an address for Father Pat and he would be happy to receive letters: Fr Pat Day St Luke Institute 8901 New ...
Sunday July 22nd 2012 Sixteenth Week of the Year
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May 6th 2012 – Fifth Sunday of Easter
Have you ever seen a vine close up? I remember the first trip to Lourdes by coach when we passed through the Bordeaux region and saw for the first time the rows upon rows of vines, heavy with clusters of ripe grapes. If you haven’t had the good fortune to visit a vineyard, think of an apple tree laden with apples (I’ve two in the back garden), or a fruit bush ripe for picking. Imagine the many factors that must come together so that the tree can bear fruit – the sunlight, rain, nutrients, and of course the proper pruning from a prudent gardener. We are now some weeks into the Church season of Easter. During Lent we went through a pruning process of sorts. We cut back on areas of excess, and weeded out some bad habits. What are the unhealthy habits that need to be pruned back in our lives, in order that more loving thoughts and actions may emerge? The symbolism of the vine works on many levels…
