Field of Dreams, Altar of Hope
I was in Knock yesterday for the Re-dedication of the Basilica. An occasion worthy of the place and the “unspoken” message of Mary who stood with people, as she always…
Vincent
In or out of rhyme ….
I was asked earlier today to write a few lines for the tenth edition of our Parish Magazine. I said yes. There was no suggestion around what I should write…
Teach your children well
Yeah, I believe in that but this is just a video that I came across of a fine version of the song … Enjoy! I think I am going to…
Never too early to start but quickly too late!
I spotted this earlier on a News Website. I think it’s good and thought you might enjoy. If you’re going to boil an egg, put it on now and come…
Hecklers in the crowd and hurlers on the ditch
This week’s Gospel passage brings centre stage again that great story of the Good Samaritan. We would all like to be the man who does the right thing by the…
The Appreciation appreciated
I spoke with Pat Hunt (via email) in recent days. We talked of Joe Spelman and Bishop Brendan’s homily and the “appreciation” he mentioned that had been written about Fr…
A few words shared
Today we had Mass in Kilmovee. We remembered there Joe Smyth, a former teacher and Community Man who was an inspirational figure, leaving quite a legacy behind. In recent years…
Time shared …
Earlier today I met some cousins who are visiting from USA. We arranged to meet at Knock Shrine and had lunch together. Some I’d have known from before, with others…
Two Legends
Watched a documentary on Johnny Cash the other evening. It was called “Hello, I’m Johnny Cash”. It was very good. I liked one piece where Kris Kristofferson talked about Johnny…
A decent man …
Save us, Lord, while we are awake; protect us while we sleep; that we may keep watch with Christ and rest with him in peace. Now, Master, you let your…