Author: cathcomms

18 Apr 2019
HOMILY FOR THE CHRISM MASS

HOMILY FOR THE CHRISM MASS

On Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janiero stands the famous statue of Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) – probably the most famous statue of Jesus in the world. Christ with His arms outstretched evokes the Creator-Provident God, supreme over the cosmos, holding creation in being and pouring out His blessing upon it.

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18 Apr 2019
The Last Supper

The Last Supper

Reflect upon the meaning of today, Holy Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, when we commemorate the day on which Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples. “In tonight’s […]

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17 Apr 2019
Project Compassion: Nguyet’s Story

Project Compassion: Nguyet’s Story

Living with a disability was challenging for Nguyet. Yet, since featuring in Project Compassion 2017 Nguyet has successfully built her own business, a dream that has become a reality with […]

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15 Apr 2019
The Story of the Three Trees

The Story of the Three Trees

Once there were 3 trees that stood upon a mountain top, and dreamed of what they wanted to become… Listen to this beautiful story about our plans vs God’s plan.As […]

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14 Apr 2019
HOMILY FOR THE MASS OF PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD

HOMILY FOR THE MASS OF PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD

Quite a mood swing. One moment it’s ‘Hosanna, Praise the king’ (Lk 19:28-40), next it’s ‘Crucify him’ (Lk 22:14-23:56). One moment high as a kite, waving palms, singing and dancing, so excitedly the very stones seem to cry out; next it’s down in the dumps, full of anxiety and foreboding, looking for a scapegoat.

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14 Apr 2019
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6th Sunday: The Palms

Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent, the beginning of Holy Week, and commemorates the triumphant arrival of Christ in Jerusalem, days before he was crucified. Palm Sunday is […]

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12 Apr 2019
What is fasting?

What is fasting?

What is fasting? Is it the same as dieting? Is it just about giving up something? In this video, we learn what fasting is, why Jesus did it and why […]

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