The last verse of this Sunday’s gospel text (29th of Year A – Mt.22 :15-21) is so well-know to us that we sometimes use it ourselves… for our own purposes! “Give back to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” The meaning of the words is […]
16th Sunday of Year A
There is so much that is wrong in our world today, is it not so? The powerful bring suffering to the weak. The selfish – legions of them – grab all they can. The rich keep adding to their share while the poor have to manage on what they can […]
Ascension of the Lord, Year A
In the Bible, there are many texts which are truly beautiful. They are inspiring, encouraging, consoling. They give light, they provide strength, they bring healing. They can lead to the truth, instill wisdom, and enrich our daily life in so many ways. When I ask different people what their favourite […]
Christmas, Year A
Proverbs often have much wisdom encapsulated in a few words. They convey the popular wisdom which has much to tell us about life and situations. At one time or another, you may have heard this saying: “There is more to it than meets the eye.” Looking at a situation, observing […]