Category: Fr Dominic Writes
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Fr Dominic Writes: To proclaim the Gospel in word and action will bring opposition
Opposition may come to those who serve God because people may feel threatened by the truth. Some people would rather cling to the darkness they know than to live in […]
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Fr Dominic writes: How deep is our Faith?
In Mark’s Gospel the Twelve Apostles often appear to lack understanding of what Jesus is doing. At times the Twelve’s lack of faith is often in sharp contrast to the […]
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Fr Dominic Writes: Small is beautiful!
Two common phrases we hear today are, “the bigger, the better! “And “the more the merrier!”. People want to live in the biggest house, drive the biggest car and belong […]