Presider’s Page for 7 December (Second Sunday of Advent A)
John the Baptist is the focus of the Gospel reading on the Second Sunday of Advent each year. His words challenge and inspire. We worship God who uses many messengers…
Liturgy
The Presider’s Page for Sundays. Suggested introduction to the Mass; prayers of the Faithful. Also, Resources for Weekdays and Sundays (the Readings plus homily ideas).
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Presider’s Page for 30 November (First Sunday of Advent, Year A)
The season of Advent begins today. During the next four weeks we will look forward in hope. We will watch for the end times, when Christ will come in glory,…
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Presider’s Page for 23 November (Christ the King)
We celebrate the feast of Christ the King today, acclaiming Jesus as our king, the one who died for us and rose triumphant. We offer praise and worship — and…
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Presider’s Page for 16 November (33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time)
The readings this Sunday focus on the end of the world, though we are also reassured that people of faith have nothing to fear. (Today is also World Day of…
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Presider’s Page for the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (Sunday 9 November)
Every year on 9 November, we celebrate the dedication of the pope’s cathedral in Rome, the Lateran Basilica. Because that church is dedicated to our Most Holy Saviour, the celebration of this feast takes the place of the regular Sunday readings and prayers. And we praise our loving God who provides a home for us on earth as in heaven.
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Presider’s Page for Sunday 2 November (All Souls)
On All Saints Day and today, we remember all the dead, those in heaven and those still be on the way there: God alone knows where each soul is. Today we pray for all souls, for the faithful departed still on the journey to their heavenly home.
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Presider’s Page for 26 October (Ordinary Time 30)
The Gospel story of the Pharisee and the tax collector is read today. It reminds us of the value of being humble before God. In today’s gathering, we praise God who is always merciful to us. Penitential Rite: To begin, we recall our sins in the context of divine mercy: (pause) I confess…
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Presider’s Page for 5 October (27th Sunday in Ordinary Time)
The Spirit of God lives in us, inspiring us and guarding us. In the Spirit, we worship our creator and entrust ourselves to the Lord’s loving care • The Church…
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Presider’s Page for 28 September (Ordinary Time 26)
Today’s readings remind us that God is on the side of the poor, defending their rights.
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Presider’s Page for 21 September (25th Sunday in OrdinaryTime)
We gather to worship the Lord of glory, asking for help to be God’s servants before all else.Penitential RiteBefore we listen to God’s challenging Word, let us call to mind…
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Presider’s Page for 14 September (Exaltation of the Holy Cross)
The Exaltation or Triumph of the Cross is celebrated each year on 14 September, when a church marking the site of the crucifixion was first dedicated in Jerusalem, in the year 335. We honour the cross today and reflect on its meaning in our lives.
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Presider’s Page for 7 September (23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time)
The Season of Creation is marked throughout the Christian world from 1 September to 4 October. It celebrates the joy of creation as well as encouraging awareness-raising initiatives to protect…
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Presider’s Page for 31 August (22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time)
Who gets the places of honour in God’s house, the pushy or the humble? The Word of God this Sunday teaches us that the humble are the ones who find…
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Presider’s Page for 24 August (21st Sunday in Ordinary Time)
Our God is a gracious God, who throws open the doors to the Kingdom to all of humanity. Penitential RiteWe praise and worship this generous God of ours: even our…
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Presider’s Page for 17 August (20th Sunday in Ordinary Time)
Following Jesus may not bring us happiness in this life, but we are challenged to follow him nevertheless. We come together to worship our gracious God and to ask for…
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Presider’s Page for 10 August (19th Sunday in Ordinary Time)
We are challenged by today’s Gospel to stand ready for our Master’s return, in triumph at the end of time, or more immediately, in the least of his brothers and…
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Presider’s Page for 3 August (18th Sunday in Ordinary Time)
God’s Word calls us to recognise the transience of life, to keep our eyes on what is lasting. Penitential RiteWe gather to ask God’s help and to praise God for…
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Presider’s Page for 27 July (Ordinary Time 17)
We can ask God for help whenever we need to, today or any day. We gather this Sunday to worship God who is always concerned for us.
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Presider’s Page for 20 July (Ordinary Time 16)
As we gather for Mass today, we are challenged to be hospitable, welcoming people. We worship the God who always has a welcome for us.
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Presider’s Page for 13 July (Ordinary Time 15)
The beautiful story of the Good Samaritan is told again at today’s Mass, with its challenge to us to look after others, as the Good Samaritan did. We gather to worship God who showed us what love means.
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