Reflection
Baptism was not over and done with the day we were taken to the font. We are baptised by all that happens to us in life. We are baptised by hardship; in its turbulent waters we are purified of all that is false and useless. We are baptised by suffering; in its murky waters we grow in humility and compassion. We are baptised by joy; in its gurgling waters we experience the goodness of life. We are baptised by love; in its singing waters we blossom like flowers in the sun. Baptism is like the planting of a seed. It will take a lifetime for this seed to grow and ripen.
Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict
The Most Reverend Malcolm McMahon OP, Archbishop of Liverpool will celebrate Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict at the Metropolitan Cathedral on Tuesday 10th January at 7pm. All are welcome to attend.
Funeral
The funeral service for Paul Anthony Calland will take place here at St James’ at 1pm on Tuesday 10th January followed by interment at Bootle Cemetery at 2pm.
Please pray for the repose of Paul’s soul and the comfort of his family.