Author: Timothy
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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…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 5)
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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The Greatest Commandment (1)
Extract: When Jesus was asked, which is the greatest commandment, he replied. “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second is: Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these”. (Mark 12:30-31) Thought Do I love…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 4)
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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Tuotilo of Gall
St Tuotilo or Tutilo (ca. 850 – 915) was born either in Germany or Ireland. He was educated at the Abbey of St Gall in Switzerland, now an UNESCO World Heritage Site. His teachers included Iso of St Gallen and Moengall of Ireland. One of his fellow students was Blessed Notker of St Gall. St…
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Rupert of Salzburg
St Rupert (ca 660 – 710) is thought to have been a descendant of the Frankish Royal Merovingian family. He was appointed Bishop of Worms, a state in the Holy Roman Empire that extended across both sides of the River Rhine. Initially, he was welcomed as a “wise and devout” Bishop but later forced to…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 3)
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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Jesus’ Power To Cast Out Demons
Extract: When it was suggested by some, that Jesus cast out demons by the power of the devil, Jesus replied, “…Whoever is not with me is against me…”. (Luke 11:23) Thought Perhaps one could respectfully add to the comment, “There is no sitting on the fence!” Jesus doesn’t want any of us to be disconnected from…