Author: Timothy
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April 2025
For The Use Of New Technologies Let us pray that the use of the new technologies will not replace human relationships, will respect the dignity of the person, and will help us face the crises of our times. Prayers: Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory be… Almighty Father, we make this prayer through your Son, Jesus…
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Hugh of Grenoble (or Châteauneuf)
St Hugh (1053 – 1132) was born at Chateauneuf-sur-Isere, France. Described as a devoutly religious man in his youth, it is perhaps no surprise that, while still a layperson, he was appointed Canon of Valence. At the synod of Avignon 1080, St Hugh was elected Bishop of Grenoble, aged just 27yrs. His diocesan work proved…
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Benjamin
Saint Benjamin (Died ca 424) was a Deacon in Persia who was martyred for his insistence on preaching the Gospel of Jesus. During the reign of King Isdegerd I and, his son, King Varanes V, Christians were relentlessly persecuted. St Benjamin was arrested and imprisoned. His release was negotiated with the help of an ambassador of the Emperor…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 7)
Background: Jesus gave his life so that we may live and enjoy the rewards of eternal happiness in heaven. Before his cruel death on the cross, He took wine, blessed it and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my blood, the blood of the covenant that is poured out for many”. This Novena…
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Healing The Royal Official’s Son
Extract: When a Royal Official begged Jesus to travel to his home and heal his dying son, Jesus said, “Go home; your son will live”. (John 4:50) The man believed Jesus and set off back home. On his way, he was met by his joyous servants who told him his son was healed. Thought How…
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Healing A Man Born Blind
Extract: When the disciples saw a man who was blind from birth, they asked Jesus, “Rabbi, who committed the sin that caused him to be born blind, this man or his parents?” Jesus replied, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but he was born blind so that the acts of God may be revealed…
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John Climacus
St John Climacus was a seventh century Monk residing at St Catherine’s Monastery on Mount Sinai. Wishing to live a life absent of worldly pleasures, he withdrew to a hermitage at the base of the mountain and made it his home for 20yrs. He studied scripture, including the lives of saints, and became a much respected Abbot…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 6)
Background: Jesus gave his life so that we may live and enjoy the rewards of eternal happiness in heaven. Before his cruel death on the cross, He took wine, blessed it and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my blood, the blood of the covenant that is poured out for many”. This Novena…
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Parable Of The Pharisee And Tax Collector
Extract: Jesus said, “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted”. (Luke 18:14) Thought A child’s explanation to me of Jesus’ comment went like this: “Many of us are regular sinners but we can change; don’t go around continuously praising yourself, be quiet and humble, and treat others…
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Gwynllyw Milwr
St Gwynllyw Milwr or Gwynllyw Farfog (ca. 450 – 500), was the eldest son of King Glywys who ruled the Kingdon of Glywysing centred on Glamorgan, Wales. When his father died, St Gwynllyw inherited his share of the kingdom with his brothers and he was made overlord of all. As a King, Gwynllyw is said to…