Reflection
Jesus often went into the hills to pray. He preached his most famous sermon from a hilltop. He was transfigured on Mount Tabor, died on Mount Calvary, and ascended to heaven from Mount Olivet. It seems that he loved hills and mountains. Why was this? Was it because he grew up among the hills of Galilee? Or was it because heights enlarge our vision and cause our spirits to soar? Lift us up, strong son of God, that we may see further. Strengthen our faith that we may see beyond the horizon. And when the valley closes in, help us to remember the view from the hilltop.
Provincial Visitation
We welcome Fr Gerry Briody, our Provincial, who is here on visitation this week. He will be present for the weekend Masses and I know you will give him a warm welcome. Fr Gerry would like to meet with any of the Parish Team and Cooperators who are available on Tuesday 27th February at 7pm in the Parish house.
Stations of the Cross
Every Friday here in St James’ at 9.30am, just before Mass.
In St Monica’s: Thursday after midday Mass; In St Francis de Sales: Friday after Mass.
Proposed Family of Parishes joint Holy Thursday Mass
Dear Parishioners, we are looking at ways of coming together and building community and relationships in our newly formed ‘family of parishes’ of St James, St Monica and St Francis de Sales. Holy Thursday Mass in all of our parishes has the lowest attendance of the Holy Week Services. We would like to propose to you that this year we come together as a family to celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper together in one of our parishes. Have a think and let me know your honest thoughts and comments.
Lenten Talk
The next Lenten talk will be on Monday 26th February at 7.30pm in the Linacre Mission.