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Easter Season Homily

Homily – Second Sunday of Easter (A)

Today’s liturgy gives us an invitation to come back to our first beginnings.  We remember that God asks us to remember that our sins are washed away in the waters…
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Easter Season Homily

Homily – Palm Sunday

We begin this weekend reading two Gospels and the contrast between the two narratives is striking.  Initially, Jesus arrives triumphantly into Jerusalem followed by the account of his cruel passion. …
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Homily – Fifth Sunday of Lent (A)

This week has been a joyful one for our community as we celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation with fifty-three students from our schools and parish. Through the preparation sessions, both…
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Homily – Fourth Sunday of Lent (A)

Haters will say real men don’t wear pink.  But this weekend, on the 4th Sunday of Lent called Laetare Sunday, priests in the Catholic church wear the liturgical colour “rose.” …
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Homily – Third Sunday of Lent (A)

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults – First Scrutiny We are entering the Third Sunday of Lent.  The Gospel readings in Year A for the last three weeks of Lent…
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Homily – Second Sunday of Lent (A)

Avid hikers understand climbing mountains requires preparation.  Backpacks must be adequately packed with sufficient food and drink along with the necessary equipment for changing conditions, yet must remain lightweight for…
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Homily – First Sunday of Lent (A)

The First Sunday of Lent each year always presents us with the account of the Temptations of the Lord.  We have Matthew’s account for Year A, Mark’s for Year B,…
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Homily – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

“I’ll just do the bare minimum.” Has anyone heard this quote or experienced this attitude before?  I came across this mentality throughout my studies.  At university, students would say, “P’s…
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Homily – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

Comedian Nigel Ng, more famously recognised as “Uncle Roger” on YouTube, is known for his reaction videos with his iconic bright orange shirt, humorously critiquing other high-profile food presenters.  His…
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Homily – Fourth Sunday of Advent (A)

Dreams are a stream of images and thoughts during sleep, which are tied to processing information and events. Sometimes we remember them vividly and sometimes we don’t. Not only do we…
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Homily – Third Sunday of Advent (A)

Dear Brothers and Sisters, As December comes around each year, society becomes transformed. There is a never-ending succession of meals and parties. Decorations will be put up in houses, streets,…
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