4th Week in Ordinary Times : Wednesday 4th February, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Lack of Faith”: Much as Jesus would have liked to perform many more miracles and proclaim the Good News with Wisdom more fully in His hometown, He could not; because of the lack of their faith in Him. Ponder on, “Like Jesus’ townsfolks, Continue Reading
Dorothy Kay4th Week in Ordinary Times : Tuesday 3rd February, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Beatitudes” – Faith: Jesus proclaimed the great Wisdom of the “Beatitudes”. This opens a window into the soul of a believer in the Good News of Salvation. Ponder on, “The ‘Beatitudes’ make perfect sense and give a strong believer great inspirations to Continue Reading
Presentation of the Lord : Monday 2nd February, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Presentation” – Laws of Moses: The Messiah Child, Jesus, obeys the “Laws of Moses” humbly. Ponder on, “As believers, we are to obey the Laws of the Church, with humility e.g. celebrating the Sacraments; attending Sundays Masses, fasting, penance, almsgiving etc. Such Continue Reading
4th Week in Ordinary Times : Sunday 1st February, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Beatitudes” – Faith: Jesus proclaimed the great Wisdom of the “Beatitudes”. This opens a window into the soul of a believer in the Good News of Salvation. Ponder on, “The ‘Beatitudes’ make perfect sense and give a strong believer great inspirations to Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Saturday 31st January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Trusting Jesus”: Jesus was in the boat with His disciples. He was fast asleep in spite of the great storm, that was threatening to drown everyone. When His disciples woke Him up, to rescue them, He calmed the storm. Ponder on, “In the Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Friday 30th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Kingdom of God” – Faith: Jesus proclaimed to the crowd, that the “Kingdom of God”; is like a seed that is scattered. It grows “on its own”, till it is reaped at harvest time. Ponder on, “God has given us the gift of Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Thursday 29th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Purpose of Faith in Jesus”: Jesus proclaimed to the crowd, “Would you bring in a lamp and put it under a tub or bed? Surely, it is to be put on a lamp-stand. For nothing should be hidden, but must be disclosed.” Ponder Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Wednesday 28th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sower of Seeds Parable” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to the crowd about the different responses of those who hear “The Gospel of Eternal Salvation”. The seeds that fell on the “edge of the path, on rocky ground, and on thorns” Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Tuesday 27th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Will of God” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus’ mother and brothers passed a message in the synagogue; that they needed to speak to Him. The “reason” for this must have been urgent e.g. Joseph, is dying. But, Jesus’ response, “My mother and Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Monday 26th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sin against Holy Spirit” – Faith: The scribes condemned Jesus by claiming that “it is through the prince of devils that He drives devils out.” Jesus questions them, “How can Satan drive out Satan? Ponder on, “The evil intentions of the scribes, of Continue Reading
3rd Week in Ordinary Times : Sunday: 25th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus’ Pastoral Ministry” – Faith: Jesus “Calls” fishermen to become “Fishers of men.” At once, they left their fishing profession and families; and followed Jesus. Ponder on, “Jesus knows and “Calls” His apostles personally. He dares to entrust the Gospel Truth to them. Continue Reading
2nd Week in Ordinary Times : Saturday 24th January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus’ Mission of Salvation” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, when Jesus returned to His home town; great crowds were flocking to Him: because of His Teachings and miracles. He was so busy that He had no time even to have a meal. This Continue Reading
2nd Week in Ordinary Times : Friday 23rd January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Call of Apostles” – Faith: Jesus “Calls” the Twelve apostles; to serve in His Pastoral ministry. They are to learn from Him – through His Life’s Witness, Preachings and miracles. On Pentecost, He will send the Holy Spirit to enlighten and empower them Continue Reading
2nd Week in Ordinary Times : Thursday 22nd January, 2026
Dear Friend in the Lord, “Great Crowds” – Faith: Great crowds were clamouring for Jesus, so much so that He had to preach from a boat, to avoid being crushed by them. Ponder on, “Like the crowds, are we also attracted to Jesus’ miraculous cures of sicknesses. Jesus Continue Reading
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