Presider’s Page for 16 July (Ordinary Time 15)
We gather as pilgrims on a journey, asking God to keep us steadfast until we reach our eternal home. In the Spirit, let us worship God who cares for us according to our needs.
We gather as pilgrims on a journey, asking God to keep us steadfast until we reach our eternal home. In the Spirit, let us worship God who cares for us according to our needs.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel 1st Reading: Isaiah 55:10-11 God’s word is like rain which fertilises the earth For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return there until they have watered the earth, making it bring forth and sprout, giving seed to the sower and bread to the…
15 July. Saturday, Week 14
14 July. Friday, Week 14
13 July. Thursday, Week 14
12 July. Wednesday, Week 14
11 July. Saint Benedict, patron of Europe
10 July. Monday, Week 14
There is much good news in today’s Gospel. We’re told we can bring all our troubles to Jesus and find rest. God will make our burden light. We praise God for the care promised us.
09 July. 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
08 July. Saturday, Week 13
07 July. Friday, Week 13
06 July. Thursday, Week 13
05 July. Wednesday, Week 13
04 July. Tuesday, Week 13
Saint Oliver Plunkett, bishop and martyr 1st Reading: Genesis 18:1-15 Abraham’s three visitors, beside the oaks of Mamre The Lord appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day. He looked up and saw three men standing near him. When he…
03 July. Saint Thomas, Apostle
We’re told in today’s readings that hospitality is a gift that brings a great reward. As we gather to thank God for the many gifts we’ve received, we ask for the grace to be hospitable to the visitors who will come our way this summer.
In the Eucharist we welcome Jesus Christ into our lives, and are also welcomed by him, strengthened for our journey. With his grace, we try to extend the same welcome to others whose lives touch our own. 1st Reading: 2 Kings 4:8ff A woman welcomed Elisha, recognising him for a holy man of God One…
30 June, 2017. Friday of Week 12