Soul Food for Easter Sunday 20th April 2025
On previous occasions, they had walked with Jesus – once, down the streets where crowds joyfully sang Hosanna in the highest, welcoming Him into Jerusalem. Later, they followed Him to His crucifixion and death. But now, they stood alone. Just the two Marys, Joanna and a few other women. This time, their journey was not a joyful one. They came not to celebrate but to care for the body of their beloved Lord, bringing only the finest spices to bless his body.
Author: - April 14, 2025
Soul Food for Good Friday 18th April 2025
Good Friday prompts reflection on where the shadow of the cross falls in our world today. Media capture the immense suffering in places like Gaza or Ukraine; beyond the lens lies “the vast river of poverty traversing our world” (Pope Francis in 2013). At Christmas 2023, Rev Munther Isaac, Lutheran pastor in Bethlehem, highlighted the harsh reality for Palestinian children, asserting that if Jesus were born today, it would be amid the rubble of Gaza.
Author: - April 12, 2025
Soul Food for Palm Sunday, 13th April 2025
There have been times in my life when I was absent as a friend approached their final days. It is something that I have always regretted. Today’s Gospel reminds me of both the consolation and the sorrow that come with accompanying someone you love in their final moments.
Author: - April 5, 2025
Soul Food for The Fourth Sunday of Lent, 30th March 2025
Many say that the Bible is full of stories and fables, but today’s inspired Gospel story presents a real family story – a parable of brokenness and reconciliation. Many of us can relate to family struggles, whether between parents and children or among siblings. These experiences are deeply human and can leave lasting wounds in our hearts. Looking closely at this story, we see many layers. The older son’s anger was essentially uncontrollable at his father’s actions; the younger son demanded his inheritance immediately. Everyone knew of the younger son’s disgrace, and he carried the shame of his actions...
Author: - March 31, 2025
