“If your brother does wrong, reprove him.” Luke 17:1-6 Jesus shows us that we have a responsibility as Christians to correct our brothers and sisters when they have done wrong. For some of us, this may be difficult as we
Reading 6
“He is God, not of the dead, but of the living.” Luke 20:27,34-38 The Sadducees in Jesus’ time did not believe in the resurrection of the dead. And so, in this passage, they’re making fun of Jesus and the teaching
Reading 5
“Use money, tainted as it is, to win you friends.” Luke 16:9-15 The Pharisees prioritised money in their lives and used it to benefit themselves, even though they outwardly projected a value system that prioritised God. The reality was that
Reading 4
“The master praised the dishonest servant.” Luke 16:1-8 In today’s passage, it is clear that both the acts of the steward and his master are unrighteous. They are both worldly or sons of the world as described by Jesus Himself.
Reading 3
“There will be rejoicing in heaven over one repentant sinner.” Luke 15:1-10 We know what it is like to lose something of value to us. We notice when it is missing, and search all over until we find it. How
Reading 2
All Saint’s Day “The only son of his mother, and she a widow.” Luke 7:11-17 In this reading, Jesus shows his compassion, mercy and unconditional love. When we are sad, troubled, and feeling alone, Jesus’ heart goes out to us,
Reading 1
All Soul’s Day “How happy are the poor in spirit.” Matthew 5: 1-12a Why do we celebrate All Souls Day the day after All Saints Day? As Catholics, we believe that the souls of the faithful departed who have not
Advent Retreat 2022- “Love Became Human”
When: 26th November 2022 Where: 10 Argyle St, Carlton NSW 2218 (St Bernadette’s Catholic Church) Time: 9:30-4:30pm Cost $50 (BYO Lunch) For more information and booking a space: Please contact Verbum Dei Missionaries, (02) 9341 5848 or verbumdeisydney@gmail.com
2022-10-20 Reading 3
Thursday 20th of Oct Matthew 18:21-19:1 ‘How often must I forgive my brother?’ In today’s reading, Jesus explains how we are to forgive, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times. By this, he means an unlimited number of times, just
2022-10-19 Reading 2
Wednesday 19th of Oct John 12:24-26 “If a grain of wheat falls on the ground and dies, it yields a rich harvest.” God has created each one of us for a purpose, with love, wisdom, talents, skills, and passion. And