Daily Lenten Thought March 6th (Mother’s Day)
“Mum, we’ll get you flowers, arrange a meal for two we’ll come round for a visit like we used to do don’t say it’s too much trouble or a lot…
Daily Lenten Thought March 5th
The Prodigal Son, having come to his senses, returns home to a waiting father. The prepared and rehearsed speech is surplus to requirement. “Father, I have sinned against heaven and…
Daily Lenten Thought March 4th
“Which is the first of all the commandments?” the scribe asked Jesus. It’s strange how we all have questions and maybe think, in their answering, that we will have all…
Daily Lenten Thought March 3rd
Next Saturday I’m due to lead a Lenten Retreat at the Galilee Centre, Boyle. I’ve been there before and it’s a very special place – lovely location overlooking the lake.…
Daily Lenten Thought March 2nd
Earlier today I went to Knock. I had two reasons for going. So far, so good!! One was food:) I went to Le Cheile which is located on the grounds…
Daily Lenten Thought March 1st
I began yesterday with “I wondered” and today with “I’m wondering?” I’m wondering who is reading these words? I’m wondering why? I’m wondering is it a waste of time? I’m…
Daily Lenten Thought February 29th
I wondered! The restaurant was about 1.5km away and it seemed a good idea to walk. Would surely help make room for the food and give me a fighting chance…
Daily Lenten Thought February 28th
Many of us would welcome that chance. Another year, another day, another hour to get things right. It’s so practical. The gardener sees potential in the non-productive fig tree whereas…
Daily Lenten Thought February 27th
The count is on! Keeping an eye and ear on the election results. Have heard of some losses and some gains – joys and pains. I think it’s a tough…
Daily Lenten Thought February 26th
In HQ!! Here for the Episcopal Ordination tomorrow of Monsignor Paul Tighe (a priest of the Archdiocese of Dublin) who has worked in the Vatican for a number of years…