July 11. Wednesday. St Benedict, Patron of Europe: Feast
The Father of Western Monasticism
The Father of Western Monasticism
He had compassion for them
Problems in the Family
Use it or lose it
OPENING COMMENT FOR MASS: As weak and sinful people, we gather to ask the Lord’s mercy. We know his grace is sufficient for us. Together, we praise and thank our God for the constant care we receive.
Things Old and New
A Breaking with the Past
Misguided Orthodoxy
The Liberator-God
Holy Skepticism
Arguing with God
Bidding prayers etc for the Sundays of July are given below, beginning with next Sunday. After the suggestions for Sunday 29 July, you’ll find texts to help you welcome summer visitors from abroad.
OPENING COMMENT FOR MASS: On this first Sunday of July, we give thanks to God for all the gifts we enjoy. We rejoice in God’s saving power: death itself is in his hand and all the living depend on God alone.
Friends of God
A Compassionate Heart
Imperfect, but great Saints
Long-term Effects
A Tree that is Tested
Coping with Success
Learning Humility from Experience