There are many paths that can lead us away from God. Let’s reflect this week on some of the ways we can stray from the holy path that gives glory to God and consider three key ingredients that help us to conquer temptation. Conquering anything requires an ingredient call... Read More →

I like the Song by the Bee Gees called “Words”. The lyrics go like this: “Smile an everlasting smile A smile could bring you near to me Don’t ever let me find you gone ‘Cause that would bring a tear to me This world has lost it’s glory Let’s start a... Read More →

I have been reading about the terrorist attack in Barcelona with tears in my eyes. Once more we ask ‘Why!’ to this cowardly act of violence. I cried for all the innocent people killed and injured. I cried for them and for their families and friends. I cried for dreams lost. I... Read More →

“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” 1 Peter 2:9 Do you understand that all followers of Jesus are called to His ‘royal... Read More →

A few years ago, I saw advertisements on the buses in our city that said, “There is probably no God. Now stop worrying and enjoy your life.” These ads are designed to encourage you to make poor choices, to pursue empty pleasures and to not worry about the consequences. In the... Read More →

Come, take a walk with me to discover how to overcome temptation in your life…In this contemplative walk, I urge you to read each paragraph slowly.  Stop at the end of each little section to close your eyes and allow Jesus to speak to your heart. Witness the Humilty of our... Read More →

Fear paralyzes progress and limits our human potential, but hope energizes our positive outlook and fills us with joyful anticipation. “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in... Read More →

You have probably heard the saying “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Take artistic impression as an example, we all have different opinions of ‘what type of art is beautiful’, but can we agree on a definition of beauty that transcends the human eye? We live in a culture... Read More →

What is precious in your life? Are your priorities aligned with that which is precious? How precious is God in your life? Let us reflect on God’s Holy Word and seek wisdom, striving to understand what Jesus sees as precious. “Wisdom is more precious than rubies; nothing you... Read More →

In the wake of the Manchester suicide bombing, let us AWAKE TO THE URGENCY OF ACTION. We must pray not only for the victims of this tragedy and for their friends and families, but also for the soul of the suicide bomber and for the forces of evil to be silenced by the infinite... Read More →