In each of the gospel narratives, there appears an account of how Jesus unceremoniously drove out the cattle and the moneychangers from...

The Church has in recent times laid heavy emphasis upon the gift of ‘Mercy’. St John Paul’s interest in, and promotion of, the life of...

In a week which has witnessed changes in political leadership within the UK, and nationwide disruption caused by the wrong type of heat...

At this time of year, many involved in ministry begin preparations for their annual leave. The short break following the Easter Triduum...

The Gospel reading at mass today, was the familiar story of Martha and Mary [Lk 10-:38-42]. Viewed superficially, the narrative relates...

Given the season, this day will doubtless mark the anniversary of priestly ordination for priests far and wide. In a recent...

In the Prologue to the Wife of Bath's Tale, Chaucer presents his readers with a character who, whilst untrained, unskilled and- by her...

Within England and Wales, the actual or prospective closure of parishes, the relegation of churches and the diminishing number of priests...

In recent days, a devout priest shared with me his proposed homily for use this Sunday. His theme: the real presence. Tracing the...

Recognised as the father of western monasticism, St Benedict had a keen understanding of human nature. This is hardly surprising. He had,...