Lord, help me to live the 'Golden Rule' well12th Week in Ordinary Time : Tuesday 23rd June 20202 Kgs. 19:9-11,14-21,31-35,36; Ps. 48(47):2-4,10-11; Mt. 7:6,12-14 (Ps Wk IV) We like to cheer for the underdog — the one who wins against overwhelming odds. Israel was often in that position. The king of Assyria, a great ancient superpower, was…
Daily Word Of GodMatthew 7:6, 12-14 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Do not give dogs what is holy; and do not throw your pearls in front of pigs, or they may trample them and then turn on you and tear you to pieces. ‘So always treat others as you would like them to treat you;…
Daily Word Of GodMatthew 7:1-5 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Do not judge, and you will not be judged; because the judgements you give are the judgements you will get, and the standard you use will be the standard used for you. ‘Why do you observe the splinter in your brother's eye and never notice…
Ss John Fisher, bishop & Thomas More, martyrs12th Week in Ordinary Time : Monday 22nd June 20202 Kgs. 17:5-8,13-15,18; Ps. 60(59):3,4-5, 12-13; Mt. 7:1-5 (Ps Wk IV) The first reading of today describes how the nation of Israel was invaded by the government of Assyria as punishment by God for failing to keep the commandments. The Israelites…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Judgmental Attitude: In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminded His disciples, never to be judgmental about others. Before we judge others, let us look into our lives and discover our sins which are often more grievous than others. The more personal our relationship is with Jesus, the more…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Truth with God: In today’s Gospel, Jesus urged His Apostles to proclaim God’s Word of Truth and Salvation, with courage. God His Father will protect and provide for all their needs, even under persecution. Let us ponder on, “Do we witness our faith with courage, commitment…
Daily Word Of GodMatthew 10:26-28, 32-33 Jesus instructed the Twelve as follows: ‘Do not be afraid. Everything now covered up will be uncovered, and everything now hidden will be made clear. What I say to you in the dark, tell in the daylight; what you hear in whispers, proclaim from the housetops. ‘Do not be…
Lord, Bless us with all the faith, hope and love which we need to look beyond life’s challenges12th Sunday in Ordinary Time (A) : 21st June 2020Jer. 20:10-13; Ps. 69(68):8-10,14,17,33-35; Rom. 5:12-15; Mt. 10:26-33 (Ps Wk IV) There are moments in life when we are entirely helpless, and there is nothing to restore hope in us.…
The Immculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin MaryFeast of Immaculate Heart of Mary : Saturday 20th June 2020Is. 61:9-11; (R. Ps.) 1 Sam. 2:1,4-5,6-7,8; Lk. 2:41-51 (Ps Wk III) Israel fell into idolatry and infidelity many times in its history. But that is the way with all human beings! The story of Israel is the story…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Finding Jesus”: In today’s Gospel episode, the child Jesus was lost but found by Mary and Joseph three days later. Jesus was not being disobedient to His parents. He was inspired by His Father’s Will to remain in the Temple to engage with the intellectuals and…