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.
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- April 5, 2025
Soul Food for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, 6th April 2025
The Gospel today presents a powerful story of justice and mercy. Jesus stands beside the woman accused of sin and crime, offering compassion while others choose condemnation. Instead of rigidly adhering to rules and regulations, He speaks directly to the heart of the situation, restoring the woman's dignity.
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- April 4, 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...
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- March 31, 2025
Soul Food for The Third Sunday of Lent, 23rd March 2025
Jesus calls us to repent. Repentance is at the heart of Lent – a renewal of our invitation to believe in the Good News of the Gospel. It is a call to consideration and prayer, urging us to turn our hearts to God, not just during Lent but every day. In today’s Gospel, we hear about the fig tree – a valuable tree in hot climates because it requires little water. However, the particular tree described has failed to bear fruit. The question arises: Should it be cut down or should it be given another chance? God is a God of second chances, always patient and merciful, never giving up on His way of love...
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- March 6, 2025