Fr Dominic Writes: Advent – a wake up call to the world?

This Sunday marks the first Sunday of Advent which ends before the first evening prayer of Christmas. It is a time of preparation for Christmas when the first coming of God’s son to earth...

Fr Dominic writes: Is the end of the world coming? Where is the good news?

The Readings today are disturbing readings. They are filled with ominous language about cosmic collapse and signs about the end times. They tell of terrible events to come when the sun and moon fail...

Fr Dominic Writes: This is the Feast for all those family & friends who have gone before us.

This year the Solemnity of All Saints takes precedence over the Sunday Liturgy. This celebration honours all those who have died and are now with the Lord in Heaven. Traditionally we say it honours...

Fr Dominic writes: Jesus’ way to greatness

In the time of Jesus and in our time, greatness, most believe, can be measured in terms of power and wealth that can be used to compel or buy the services of other people....

Fr Dominic writes: Expecting too little out of life?

A student asked his teacher: “What grade do I have to make on this final exam in order to pass the course?” That question reflected a minimalist attitude towards education in general and that...

Fr Dominic Writes: “The last and Servant of all”

In today’s gospel, the disciples are arguing over honour in their ranks – “I’m the greatest,” “No I’m the greatest”. Jesus tackled the programme head on, “ if anyone wants to be first, he...

Fr Dominic Writes: Is prejudice a problem in our lives, our home, our church, our society?

Our Reading from the pen of James puts the problem of prejudice very pointedly. “My brothers, your faith in our Lord Jesus Christ must not allow for favouritism.” Then he paints a word picture...

Fr Dominic Writes: When we get discouraged

In our First reading from the first book of Kings we find that Elijah was an utterly discouraged man. He sat down under the shade of a tree, took stock of his life and...

Fr Dominic Writes: The new normal

Following the lifting of restrictions by the Government this week, the Bishop’s Conference has published guidelines to reassure those of you who are still nervous about returning to church. The statement from the Conference...