The Restoration of the Temple
When we hear in todayās first reading that Judas Maccabeus restored the temple worship, the joy of the people is almost palpable. It was...
Is The Remedy A Remedy?
Introduction
A solution to the Covidian problem was eagerly awaited - and emerged in a legion of vaccines.Ā Development of vaccines to coronaviruses has been...
Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Patroness of the Poor
On this 17th of November we, as Franciscans, joyfully celebrate the feast of St Elizabeth of Hungary, a tertiary of our Order.
Elizabeth was born...
Saint-SaĆ«ns’ Danse Macabre
Charles-Camille Saint-SaĆ«ns (9 October 1835 ā 16 December 1921) was a child prodigy, some say even more so than the incomparable Mozart, developing perfect...
The Moral Aspect of the Apocalypse
The biblical texts used at Mass towards the end of the liturgical year are certainly dramaticāwith stars falling from heaven and the likeāand, it...
Thirty Third Sunday, Humility and the End of Time
At that time Michael the great prince, the protector of your people, shall arise (Dan. 12:1).Ā
As we approach the end of the liturgical year...
Saint Josaphat’s Legacy, East and West
On Friday 12 November, we celebrate the feast of St Josaphat. This saint represents the eastern lung united with the Church of Rome.
John Kuncevic...
Symbolism Over Substance
Jesus came to them and said: āAll authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore go and make disciples of...
Pope Saint Leo: A Great Support in Time of Adversity
During our study and appreciation of the Church's history of two millennia, one of the outstanding figures is that of Pope St Leo the...
The Beginning of Wisdom
The book of Wisdom, which we begin reading today, is based on the insight that wisdom is different from knowledge. Anyone with brains can...
