Bulletin

Dear Parishioners,

We all love a good story; it’s written in our DNA. Interestingly, according to historians, all ancient civilisations and societies began as oral cultures, began by telling stories. Stories, transmitted in words, poems, songs, and chants were used to preserve history, laws, beliefs, and all sorts of knowledge across many generations. Stories are indeed important!

Dear Parishioners,

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus reveals something rather significant. Indeed, in the entirety of St Matthew’s Gospel, only three times does Jesus directly address His Father – in the Garden of Gethsemane (cf. 26:39, 42), during His self-offering on the Cross (cf. 27:46), and, before these central events, in Chapter 11 amid His preaching ministry (cf. 11:25-27). So, what exactly does Jesus reveal?

Dear Parishioners,

Welcome!

The gracious and generous welcome of the woman of Shunem for the “holy man of God”, Elisha, points to the conclusion of what Jesus has to say about his Mission. Over the last three Sundays he has been preparing the Twelve “apostles” for their task of proclaiming the Gospel.

Dear Parishioners,

“Forgive us our debts”

How do I pray?

Why not ask Jesus to teach you like any good disciple: “Lord, teach us to pray?” (Lk 11, 1)

Dear Parishioners,

In last Sunday’s Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi), we celebrated in a very particular way the real presence of Jesus among us. The very name of the Feast points clearly to this mystery: the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

Dear Parishioners,

This Sunday we are celebrating the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. It is a mystery especially dear to Catholics as it speaks of the fact that the Eucharist is not merely a symbol but is the very body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus. This is very important!

Dear Parishioners,

As we celebrate Trinity Sunday – the highest mystery of the Christian Faith – it is worth taking time to consider an essential aspect of our Faith.

Dear Parishioners,

Just this week Fr Gerard and I visited the Year 4s who have been learning about the Rosary.

Dear Parishioners,

This Sunday we celebrate the Solemnity of the Lord’s Ascension. This solemnity is of great significance as it sheds light into the mystery of Jesus and the His offer of salvation to each of us.

Dear Parishioners,

On this Sixth Sunday of Easter, we also celebrate Mother’s Day. I have been told that to forget to honour one’s mother on this day amounts to a mortal sin that needs to be confessed ASAP; an appropriate recompense such as a double share of chocolates, flowers, or even an all-expenses paid trip to Hawaii is also highly warranted.