Welcome

This site is intended for those who wish to deepen their Christian faith within the Roman Catholic tradition. It may also be of interest to those outside that tradition who want to learn a little more about it. 

Reflections

I produce a reflection on the Readings for Mass each week (with occasional pauses)

Most recent

  • Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
    We are used to the idea that someone should be appointed to a job because they have the capability to do it. And if you want to progress, then you need to show the competence to succeed at the next level. We know that in practice this isn’t always true, but it’s an ideal we want to hold on to. It naturally leads to the expectation that a person’s position in their career is (or at least should be) a result of their own ability and efforts.  So what are we to make of Jesus’ decision that Simon Peter should… Read more: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Study materials

Intended for groups or for self study. These were developed for use in RCIA and other adult education classes in a parish. 

These materials can be downloaded as ebooks or as PDF files (coming). 

The Roman Catholic tradition is very diverse. This material is founded on both a scriptural and a historical foundation. The author makes no claim to any special authority. Some have found this material helpful and it is offered in the hope that you may also find it so. 

Announcements

  • Lent 2023

    Dear friends, As we enter another Lent I’ve decided this is the time for me to take another pause in writing a weekly reflection. The longer I do it the more convinced I am that it is a great benefit for me, as well as a privilege that you feel they are worth reading. However…

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