Today at Mass, we hear the parable of the Prodigal Son, or perhaps (depending on the perspective from which you approach this scripture passage) the Forgiving Father. This parable, along with other readings we hear during this season in Year C, make connections with the Lenten theme of Penance and Reconciliation. For many of us, … Continue reading 14/3/10 – Exploring the Sacrament of Penance
Category: Lent
We've now reached the Fourth Sunday of Lent. Traditionally, this has been called Laetare Sunday. In some places, rose coloured vestments are worn. The liturgical documents also allow for greater use of the organ on this day than on the other Sundays of Lent. The reason for this is because Laetare Sunday is a day … Continue reading 22/3/09 – Easter is Coming
The young child of a friend of mine had his birthday on Ash Wednesday. Knowing what it's like to have a birthday that has potential to fall on the first day of Lent, I asked whether the celebratory meal would be "meat-free", given it is a "Day of Fast and Abstinence". The jovial response given … Continue reading 1/3/09 – Days of Fast and Abstinence
The season of Lent begins on Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is a day that holds profound meaning for many, reflected in the large numbers who come to Mass on that day. Masses will be held at 9:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The season of Lent is marked by two major themes. The first is that of … Continue reading 22/2/09 – Lent
This week, as part of the Period of Purification and Enlightenment, we celebrate with Mechelle the first of three scrutinies at our Vigil Mass. The scrutinies, which are solemnly celebrated on Sundays and are reinforced by an exorcism, are rites for self-searching and repentance and have above all a spiritual purpose. The scrutinies are meant … Continue reading 24/2/08 – The Scrutiny
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