by Michael McG | Nov 13, 2023 | Voice Column
On the weekend of November 18/19 we celebrate the Seventh Annual World Day of the Poor and the theme this year is taken from the Book of Tobit. Pope Francis sends us all a message for that day. Here follows an extract from that message, but the whole message can be...
by Michael McG | Sep 6, 2023 | Voice Column
One of the most important parts of our Mass is the reading of the word of God. Therefore, to read well, and to proclaim well is an excellent way of serving the Christian community. It is almost like giving our voice to God so that he can speak to his people through...
by Michael McG | Jul 31, 2023 | Voice Column
As the month of August begins, a group of around 30 young adults will be travelling to Lisbon to join World Youth Day. The journey begins on July 31 and they will return on August 7. Together with hundreds of thousands – probably millions – of young people...
by Michael McG | May 1, 2023 | Voice Column
May has always been dedicated to the honour of Our Lady – Welcome month of Mary! I can remember singing this as a child. Fittingly during the course of the month, we celebrate three important feasts in honour of Mary, Mother of God. On 13th of the month, we celebrate...
by Michael McG | Apr 11, 2023 | Voice Column
In his column this month, Bishop Terry has some suggestions to enhance our Holy Week observations… PALM SUNDAY We begin our Holy Week celebrations. The procession Gospel sets the scene. Then Isaiah tells us of the suffering servant. Jesus now fulfils this role....
by Michael McG | Mar 10, 2023 | Voice Column
Lent is a time for renewal, Metanoia, change of heart. We began the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday. An action which reminded us of being humble. Life is a journey towards God. The end of Lent is the celebration of the Easter Vigil. The symbol of Light and Darkness...
