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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

  • Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
    We heard last week how, after Jesus’ cousin John was murdered, he attempted to go off by himself but was followed by crowds who wouldn’t leave him be.  Taking pity on their neediness he cures and feeds them. Now we hear how following this he does escape the crowds for a little while, and sends the disciples on ahead of him by boat (Matthew 14:22-33).  The disciples still have a lot to learn. They didn’t handle the situation of feeding the crowd very well – they were clueless about Jesus‘ power. As fishermen they should have been pretty competent about… Read more: Nineteenth 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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