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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

  • Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time
    Over the last few weeks Matthew has led us through Jesus’ teaching about the kingdom – how are we to understand this extraordinary relationship that God has formed with his people. Now Matthew takes us a different direction (Matthew 14:13-21).  The event that marks this switch is the death of John the Baptist. It may be easy to overlook how significant this must have been for Jesus. John was his cousin. Their mothers lived close by, so we can assume they frequently spent time together as children. John took the role of announcing Jesus’ arrival as the one foretold, and… Read more: Eighteenth 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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