I Was That Centurion Whose Servant Was Healed - A Poem

I Was That Centurion
Whose Servant Was Healed
- A Poem

Are We Ready To Live The Life Of A Catholic Saint?

Living the life of a Catholic saint is a profound and inspiring journey that requires dedication, faith, and a commitment to living a life of holiness.

Throughout history, Catholic saints have been revered for their exemplary lives, unwavering faith, and selfless devotion to God and others.

Their stories serve as a source of inspiration and guidance for those seeking to deepen their spiritual life and grow closer to God.

A Tabletop Sale for the Soul: Spring Cleaning and the Grace of Confession

Spring cleaning is an annual ritual in many households. The longer days and brighter light reveal the clutter we’ve accumulated over the darker months - sometimes even over years. 

The loft groans with forgotten trinkets, wardrobes bulge with clothes we haven’t worn in ages, and the garden shed harbours rusting tools and mystery boxes.

Eventually, something snaps. We resolve to have a proper clear-out. 

We sort, we scrub, and we start to breathe again. 

What doesn’t belong, we bag up and donate to the parish tabletop sale. 

What was once hidden and dusty is now revealed and repurposed. 

Something old is given a new chance - or binned to make room for something better.

There’s a reason this process feels so good.

It mirrors, in a small way, the spiritual clearing-out we’re called to as Christians. And no sacrament brings that truth into sharper focus than the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

“Come now, let us reason together…” (Isaiah 1:18)

Our New Pope – Pope Leo XIV: A Fresh Chapter for our Holy Catholic Church

On 8th May 2025, the Catholic Church marked a momentous occasion with the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American to ever become pope. His appointment came after the passing of Pope Francis, and it was clear from the very beginning that Pope Leo XIV’s election signals a new chapter in the history of the Church, both in terms of leadership and direction.

Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost on 14th September 1955 in Chicago, brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep sense of commitment to the Church. A member of the Augustinian Order, he has spent decades in service both in missionary work and in leadership roles within the Church. His journey from a young seminarian to the papacy is inspiring, and his papacy promises to reflect his unique experiences, passion for the Gospel, and strong sense of social justice. 

Let’s see who Pope Leo XIV is, what he stands for, and what we can expect from him as the shepherd of our Holy Catholic Church.

The Significance of the Charcoal Fire on Which Jesus Cooked for His Disciples

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is filled with profound moments that reveal His love, mercy, and the fulfilment of God’s plan. 

One such moment occurs in John 21:9, where Jesus, after His resurrection, appears to His disciples by the Sea of Galilee and cooks breakfast for them:

"When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish lying on it, and bread" (John 21:9, RSV-CE).

This seemingly simple detail - the charcoal fire - holds deep theological significance. It is a moment of reconciliation, renewal, and restoration, especially in relation to St. Peter. By examining the role of the charcoal fire in Scripture and its symbolic meaning, we uncover a powerful lesson about sin, forgiveness, and the transforming power of Christ’s love.

The First Job Vacancy In The World? Well According To Genesis It Was...

When you think of the world’s very first job, you might imagine a shepherd, a hunter, a builder - or perhaps even a prophet. But Scripture tells us that the first role assigned to humanity was none of these. 

Instead, it was gardening.

Yes, gardening!  

In the second chapter of Genesis, shortly after the creation of man, God assigns Adam his first responsibility. “The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to till it and keep it” (Genesis 2:15, RSV-CE). 

There it is - the first job description in the history of the world: to care for creation. 

It’s a calling that echoes down through the ages, and one that still holds spiritual significance for us today.