In my sermon two weeks ago, I spoke about the example of the saints, and I said that the reason the saints are great examples to us is that they were just like us. And indeed, if that were not the case, if the saints were able to do what they did because they were different from us, they wouldn’t,Continue reading “Sermon for the Solemnity of Saints Peter & Paul, 28th June 2026”
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Propers for the 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time, 21st June 2026
Entrance Antiphon The Lord is the strength of his people, a saving refuge for the one he has anointed. Save your people, Lord, and bless your heritage, and govern them for ever. The Collect Grant, O Lord, that we may always revere and love your holy name, for you never deprive of your guidance those you set firm on the foundation ofContinue reading “Propers for the 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time, 21st June 2026”
Sermon for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 14 June 2026
When I was serving my first curacy, I was asked to lead a course in the parish on basic Christianity. One of the insights I gained from doing that is just how much misunderstanding people can have about the faith they profess. That was shown in many ways by the things people on the courseContinue reading “Sermon for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 14 June 2026”
Parish Church of St Mark Chadderton 