Stella Maris Roman
Catholic Church

Today we continue the theme of ‘Jesus the good Shepherd’ (Jn. 10:11). Yesterday, we were reminded that our good Shepherd not only speaks...

The tension between obeying God rather than men (Acts 5:29) is a constant reality that requires discernment. Leaders are expected to...

One of the most humbling things to do is to let go of one’s will and give control to someone else. We see examples of these in our...

“My appointed time draws near” (Mt. 26:18). Jesus knows His hour is at hand, and so now he prepares for His greatest act of sacrifice...

Jesus said, “Whoever keeps my word will never see death” (Jn. 8:51). He, the Word made flesh, invites us to live a particular quality of...

There are feelings of warmth, comfort and security when the light from the sun or from the bulb floods the room. These feelings are often...

“For just as the Father has life in Himself, so also He gave to His Son the possession of life in Himself” (Jn. 5:26). The Father who...

Every Disciple is called to learn, ponder and teach. Jesus teaches us His word. He expects us to make Disciples of others by teaching...

We all need help to live the spiritual life. It is impossible to observe all that the Lord asks of us without surrendering to the Holy...

There is no greater feeling than the satisfaction one feels from a job well done. The positive results obtained as a result of the...

We all fail, in varying degrees, to keep the Lord’s commandments. One example is that the vast majority of us may not have killed another...

The path to true holiness is a step by step process. It is a continuous journey and interplay between ‘looking within’ and going ‘further...

Our entrance into the kingdom of heaven is based on our doing the will of our Heavenly Father (Mt. 7:21). The desires of our Father are...

Life comprises different stages and levels. We age, learn in school and experiences, get a job, provide for our families, and eventually...

For those who choose to listen, the Scriptures impart lessons for life. The lessons remain true in every generation, yet we seem to...

L Every story is enhanced with a hero who is courageous and makes sacrifices for the good of others. In the movie ‘Dark Knight’, we see...

When God disturbs our lives, it is because He has something better in store. Joseph’s life and plans were suddenly interrupted by God...

Believers are a chosen people. God who calls and chooses us, does so out of His great love and mysterious plan. Despite their weaknesses...

Our journey in the spiritual life is filled with ironies. When we give, we receive even more. When we love our enemies, we neutralise the...

"Feed my sheep" (Jn. 21:17). This beautiful statement from Jesus has implications for both the shepherd and the sheep. The shepherd is...