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Joe O’Leary: How John led us through Lent
April 3 2026
M B-B
Sparks of wisdom gleaned from Ron Roheiser's writings: We leave a legacy when we die, the memories of what kind of a person we were. As the Jewish people say: "May his/her memory be a blessing." A young Priest was assigned to a parish with a loved, kind, happy elderly pastor. How can I be like you when I am your age? The reply: "start now." Both Islam and Christians use the phrase "As you live so shall you die."
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04 April 2025 – Easter Vigil Holy Saturday
April 4 2026
Thara Benedicta
Key Message: Join Jesus, Join in His Joy!! Homily: Testimony: Child: "Mamma, why is Jesus hanging on the cross?" Mamma: "To clean all our sins from our souls." Child: "Then why did he rise again from His tomb?" Mamma: "To open the door of Heaven for us!!" Child: "Mamma, will Jesus open the door of Heaven for me too?" Mamma: "Do you know about the two persons who were hanging on either side of Jesus?" Child: "No, Mamma." Mamma: "Both were thieves. One of the thieves did not repent for his sins. He was also making fun of Jesus. On the other hand, the other thief believed in Jesus, repented for his sins and asked Jesus to forgive his sins. Immediately Jesus promised a place in Heaven for the repented thief alone. So, when you repent and ask Jesus to forgive your sins, Jesus will immediately forgive your sins and open the door to Heaven just for you." Yes, tonight is the night when our Beloved Lord Jesus opened the door to Heaven for us. Do you wonder, "What about my life on earth?" “Who understands me?” or “Who will help me?” He has cleaned your soul through His death and today the risen Christ is seeing you!! Just like He called Mary Magdalene by name… Tonight, He is calling your name. Our Risen Lord knows your tears and silent prayers. And He is saying: “Do not fear. I am alive. I am with you.” Are you wondering, "All the graces of our risen Lord goes to someone else. Will beautiful miracles happen for me too?" Before raising Lazarus, our Lord Jesus told Martha, "Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” So we need to believe to receive our miracles. Let us not speak defeat but speak life. Instead of saying, “Nothing will change”, say “My Jesus is alive, and He is working in my life!” When you align your thoughts and words with His promises… Miracles begin to happen in your life!! Judas and the good thief both believed that Jesus was the Son of the living God. But the good thief repented for his sins. While Judas did not. So both belief in Jesus and repentance for our sins are the keys of the Heavenly kingdom!! Our loving Jesus promises both the joy of Heaven and Earth in this Easter Season. Let us celebrate our Risen Jesus and the joys of Easter!!
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John Shea: A Timely Epiphanic Proposal, 2026
March 31 2026
Colm Holmes
Father John J. Shea correctly refers to the ongoing abuse of women by our patriarchal Church leaders. The Irish National Assembly on 17 October 2026 is an opportunity for the Irish Church to seek equality for women. The Synodal Pathway in Ireland has shown that 25 of our dioceses with a large majority want ordained ministries to be based on suitable vocations and not based on gender.
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Presider’s Page for Holy Thursday – 2 April 2026
March 31 2026
M G-B
As the bowl appeared for "the washing of the feet" a memory surfaced. He handed me the bowl shrieking, "my goldfish is dead." I unwittingly placed the bowl under pulsating water. As the little blue creature floating on top of the water started to turn gold and began jumping, our jaws dropped in amazement. Out the door he ran in complete jubilation, arms in the air and proclaiming to the enjoyment of the neighbours, "My Mom can bring goldfish back to life." It is written that the Apostles were surprised and shocked when Jesus washed their feet. We Moms can relate as we witness these feelings each day through the words and actions of our children. We know what a little oxygen can do to lift spirits.
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