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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jul 8, 20211 min read
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When our lives are centered in the Lord, we have all we need. He who sends us into the world to proclaim the good news, gives us the...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jul 2, 20211 min read
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Today’s gospel (Mt. 9:9-13) imparts a certain sense of comfort and joy to all. Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him and welcomes sinners in...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jun 30, 20211 min read
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Jesus is our great deliverer. As with the demoniacs (Mt. 8:28-34), so with us. He enters our lives to set us free from any force or...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jun 29, 20211 min read
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Our Lord has given His promise that the “gates of the netherworld shall not prevail” against the Church He has built (Mt. 16:18). The...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jun 23, 20211 min read
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A healthy tree bearing good, sweet, ripe fruit is a joy to behold. However, happiness comes from picking and eating the fruit to one’s...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jun 12, 20211 min read
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When we seek first the kingdom of God, then all other things are added to our lives. These words are often sung but may not be as evident...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
May 5, 20211 min read
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The maxim, ‘In unity there is strength’ is useful for today’s reflection. The workforce that pulls together to achieve the organisation’s...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
May 3, 20211 min read
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What do people desire when they encounter Christians? Anyone can say kind words and do good deeds. These are not primarily what is sought...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Apr 29, 20211 min read
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There is a spiritual ‘chain’ in the ministry of evangelization. The Father sends Jesus, who in turns sends each of us (Jn. 13:20). We are...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Apr 9, 20211 min read
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When we choose to pay attention to the Lord revealing Himself in our daily activities, good and bountiful things happen. John begins...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Apr 8, 20211 min read
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The Disciples recognised the Lord in the breaking of bread and in His explanation of the law and prophets (Lk. 24:35-48). We are the...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Feb 24, 20211 min read
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Every time the narrative of Jonah is presented (Jon. 3:1-10), it never fails to fascinate me. Two points cause me to be amazed: it takes...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Feb 18, 20211 min read
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“Lose yourself in Me, and you will find yourself. Lose yourself in me, and you will find new life.” This beautiful line from one of our...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Feb 5, 20211 min read
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When parents are grounded in love for each other and for God, they not only bring life into the world, but also groom their children to...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Feb 4, 20211 min read
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Every Disciple who is “summoned and sent” (Mk. 6:7) represents the One in whose name and authority each individual acts. Therefore, the...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jan 28, 20211 min read
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An example of how the ‘ancient’ scripture applies to every generation is evident in today’s readings. “We must consider how to rouse one...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Jan 25, 20211 min read
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True conversion begins with an encounter, and is sustained with new vision and insight. We see these truths in the conversion of Paul...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Nov 6, 20201 min read
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Evangelisation is the catalyst for real growth in the Church. As we look into the signs of the times, every believer has to not only...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Sep 25, 20201 min read
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When we ponder the answers to the various questions concerning Jesus, do we then have the courage to live out the implications of our...
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Fr. Howard Thompson
Sep 23, 20201 min read
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God made us. We, like the Angels, are ‘wired’ to glorify Him and let His glory known. Jesus called His Disciples to get to know Him, and...
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