Check out these 10 reasons why you should get to know Saint Eugene de Mazenod. 1.) His life is an example of overcoming sinful inclinations. From an early age, Saint Eugene de Mazenod struggled with his temper. When he was four years old, his uncles took him to the theater where they sat in boxed seats....

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Kirk Jacob. Today, in the quiet moments, may we seek God’s unconditional love, and gain clearer direction to bring about God’s kingdom here on Earth – for those who have no voice and who do not matter in our society. Thank you for joining us in...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Kirk Jacob. Today in gentle meditation, we ponder on the image of being present on the mountain with our risen Lord Jesus and the disciples, as he ascended into Heaven. What did that feel like for the disciples? Were their hearts really sad at Jesus’ departure?...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Bruna. In today’s reading, Jesus speaks to his disciples about the coming of the Holy Spirit and the depth of truth that will be revealed through him. Jesus acknowledges that there is much more to be revealed, but that the disciples are not yet ready to...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Bruna. In today’s reading from the Gospel of John, Jesus is preparing his disciples for his departure and for the coming of the Holy Spirit. He explains that although it may be difficult for them to understand, it is necessary for him to go so that...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with James. Today’s reading speaks to the role of the Holy Spirit, where Jesus tells his disciples that he will soon leave them, but that he will send them the Holy Spirit to guide and comfort them. It also highlights the reality of persecution for those who...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with James. Today’s reading comes from the Gospel of John and is a beautiful passage that reveals the intimate relationship between Jesus Christ and his followers. Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit, who will dwell with his disciples forever. This promise of the Holy Spirit is...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Fr Irvin Morastil. Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. We know that the request of Our Lady is to pray for peace in the world through the prayer of the holy rosary. May we continue to witness to God’s goodness and love, that...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Fr Martin Moran. Today’s Gospel reading comes from the account of Saint John, where Jesus commands his disciples to love one another as He has loved them. May each of us look to Jesus for the help we need to follow his commandment, so that our...

Good morning everyone, and welcome to morning prayer with Sr Anne Petit. Jesus tells us that we must keep his commandments; these are a pathway to happiness. His sole intention is that his joy may be in us, and that our joy may be complete. Our joy springs from a deep awareness that we are...