POINTING TO THE SAVIOUR OF THE WORLD

Friends, welcome to PTTSOTW On this feast of two giants of our faith, Saints Peter and Paul. This is one of those calendar feasts that replace what would be the Sunday of the Year, in this case, the Thirteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. When we consider St. Peter and St. Paul, we are often drawn into a reflection of their lives before they became committed apostles. We remember the lovable rogue and fisherman  Simon, who tried to walk on water towards the Lord and then sank when he questioned his faith, or his denial of the Lord three times. Or we remember Saul of Tarsus whostood at the stoning of the first martyr, St. Stephen, and thought this was a good idea,and then followed this by rounding up Christians and bringing them to trial before the Jewish authorities. Friends, when we consider where they both started and where they ended up, we are indeed full of hope that we believe in a God who can turn any negative situation into positive. If they can make it to heaven, there is hope for everyone of us.  But first we imitate their faith, their trust and like them put Christ at the centre of lives.   Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/224168/support]

Let us start our day by giving thanks to our Loving Heavenly Father, praising Him and His Son, our brother Jesus Christ, who reigns in communion with the Holy Spirit forever and ever, Amen.

Friends, isn't it true to state that Christianity is a religion of friendship? - Friendship between God and his people, us His children. This friendship was not initiated by us but rather by God when he first created us out of love.   The readings for this sixth Sunday of Easter speak to us about this friendship -    In the first reading, the early Christians debate about extending this friendship  to others. In the second reading we see how God because of His desire to befriend us makes Himself available to every human heart.  Jesus, in the Gospel, promises the Holy Spirit to instruct us in everything and remind us, His friends of all He has revealed.  Brothers and sisters, if we listen keenly to Jesus and His word in Holy scripture,we can hear this coming through: Repent, enjoy the salvation I have made available to you through my redeeming death and resurrection; Shoulder my yoke and learn from me. Be imitators of my love and my mission to the world. Friends we pray today for the grace to listen and be true ambassadors for Christ with the mission to reveal God’s love and care to our brothers and sisters. Amen.

Can we really prepare our hearts and minds for the unknown? As Advent marks a time of great anticipation, join us as we unravel the significance of this sacred season and its call for active vigilance. With insights drawn from the prophet Jeremiah and St. Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, this episode promises to deepen your understanding of Advent as a proactive journey rather than just a passive waiting period. We'll explore how being watchful and alert can fortify our spiritual readiness for the Lord's return, encouraging a life lived in holiness and abundant love. Our discussion takes a captivating turn as we dive into the Gospel of Luke, examining the signs and the coming of the Son of Man. We ponder how the knowledge of future events shapes our present choices and the comfort we derive from certainty. This conversation serves as a poignant reminder to stay awake and pray, to embrace a life of faith and steadfastness in anticipation of the divine promises. Listen in to discover how these ancient scriptures speak directly to our modern lives, urging us to be ever-ready for the Lord's return in power and glory.

What if the reign of Christ as King could transform not only our spiritual lives but also bring profound peace and healing to our world? This episode invites you to explore the majestic significance of the Feast of Christ the King as we journey through the 34th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B. We promise an insightful exploration of scriptures, with readings from the Prophet Daniel, the Book of the Apocalypse, and the Gospel of Mark. Together, we'll ponder the eternal sovereignty of Christ and His profound dialogue with Pilate, revealing a kingdom that transcends earthly realms. Join us in reflection as we honor the truth of Jesus' kingdom and embrace His love as a guiding force in our lives. We extend our heartfelt prayers for healing to our friends and loved ones, including Claire, Karen, Charlotte, Alex, and Thomas, and remember those who have recently passed, such as Mary Neves, Ajummeh, and Rebecca. This episode calls us to serve as witnesses of Christ's enduring love, urging us to welcome His presence into every facet of our existence, ultimately enthroning Him as the King of our hearts and lives.