Thanks for the laughs Brendan. Being of a certain vintage, I thought I was just plain lazy but I much prefer my new understanding that I just have a healthy realism.
Hi, Brendan. Here in Japan Marathons are hugely popular and the traffic of Tokyo is rerouted to accommodate them. In the Church, too, I notice the rise of athleticism, as in the "Exodus 90" movement (
Very well expressed Tony Flannery. I love your understatement about not being in total "good standing" in your own church. While your injustice continues to fester I continue to have my reservations a
The "Power of Words" what a wonderful article. Words do become flesh, they can create or destroy. Fortunately, Mary responded with a positive yes and the word became flesh in a stable in Bethlehem.
We see the journey from weariness to overwhelming blessing in today’s Gospel. The Apostle Peter was a seasoned fisherman. He and his partners toiled all night, but both their boat and net were empty
I really enjoyed Fr Jim’s postings. So much to reflect on and I think potential to explore in discussion groups within parishes or even our own personal spiritual journey. I had the privilege of att
I have been asked about costumes for my wee drama, The Trap. Long robes, headgear etc as in stuff from Hollywood? I much favour business suits, shirt and tie etc. Brings the viewers closer to the narr
If the Catholic bishops of the US fail to speak prophetically to defend immigrants’ rights, that won't save them from the ire of the new regime. JD Vance has implied that Catholic bishops in the US
Key Message:
Only Gratitude!! No complaints!!
Homily:
Can we be without complaining for a day and give it as a present to our Jesus?
Our Gospel explains about the g
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Brendan Hoban: A healthy realism is a good friend in old age
January 31 2025Thanks for the laughs Brendan. Being of a certain vintage, I thought I was just plain lazy but I much prefer my new understanding that I just have a healthy realism.
Brendan Hoban: A healthy realism is a good friend in old age
January 31 2025Hi, Brendan. Here in Japan Marathons are hugely popular and the traffic of Tokyo is rerouted to accommodate them. In the Church, too, I notice the rise of athleticism, as in the "Exodus 90" movement (
The Journal: Most bishops in America wouldn’t have had the courage to speak to Trump like that — but one did
January 31 2025Very well expressed Tony Flannery. I love your understatement about not being in total "good standing" in your own church. While your injustice continues to fester I continue to have my reservations a
Jim Cogley: Reflections – Tues 21st Jan – Mon 27th Jan 2025
January 20 2025The "Power of Words" what a wonderful article. Words do become flesh, they can create or destroy. Fortunately, Mary responded with a positive yes and the word became flesh in a stable in Bethlehem.
09 Feb 2025 – 5th Sunday (C)
February 9 2025We see the journey from weariness to overwhelming blessing in today’s Gospel. The Apostle Peter was a seasoned fisherman. He and his partners toiled all night, but both their boat and net were empty
Séamus Ahearne: All through my life, the new sights of nature, made me rejoice like a child. (Marie Curie).
February 6 2025Thank you Father Seamus. Blessings, Clogherhead
Jim Cogley: Reflections Tues 4 Feb – Mon 10 Feb 2025
February 4 2025I really enjoyed Fr Jim’s postings. So much to reflect on and I think potential to explore in discussion groups within parishes or even our own personal spiritual journey. I had the privilege of att
Seán Walsh: The Trap
January 27 2025I have been asked about costumes for my wee drama, The Trap. Long robes, headgear etc as in stuff from Hollywood? I much favour business suits, shirt and tie etc. Brings the viewers closer to the narr
The Journal: Most bishops in America wouldn’t have had the courage to speak to Trump like that — but one did
January 31 2025If the Catholic bishops of the US fail to speak prophetically to defend immigrants’ rights, that won't save them from the ire of the new regime. JD Vance has implied that Catholic bishops in the US
2 February 2025 – The Presentation of Our Lord
February 2 2025Key Message: Only Gratitude!! No complaints!! Homily: Can we be without complaining for a day and give it as a present to our Jesus? Our Gospel explains about the g
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