The season of Lent will begin in just over three weeks. Despite it not being a holy day obligation, many Catholics take time to participate in the liturgical celebrations of Ash Wednesday, the first day of the season. As its name suggests, ashes are a symbol synonymous with this day. On Ash Wednesday, we are … Continue reading 29/1/12 – Palms and Ashes
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Holy Week begins next Sunday. As Easter is fast approaching, here are a few reminders about our upcoming celebrations: For the first time this year, Bishop Anthony will celebrate the Second Form of the Sacrament of Penance in each deanery. The Holroyd deanery celebration is this Thursday 14 April at 7:30 pm at St. Patrick’s … Continue reading 10/4/11 – Holy Week
“On Passion Sunday (Palm Sunday) the Church enters upon the mystery of its crucified, buried, and risen Lord, who, by his entrance into Jersualem, gave a glimpse of his own majesty. Christians carry branches as a sign of the royal triumph that Christ won by his acceptance of the cross. Since Saint Paul says: ‘Provided … Continue reading 9/3/08 – Passion Sunday
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