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Great expectations: the Advent of Christ

Posted on December 6, 2025 by admin

In Advent we read from the prophets of the peace and good things the time of the Messiah will bring. In this world that is always in some sense weary, the season gives us scope to look with hope. “He … Continue reading →

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We have no sin (1 John 1:8)

Posted on November 16, 2025 by admin

I apologize for the sensationalism of the title and editing. Had I quoted the full verse, you may not have continued with this page, for having sin is not something this world wants to hear. St. John knows that, and … Continue reading →

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“Do you love me?” -reflections on a gospel narrative

Posted on October 24, 2025 by admin

A few days ago the second lesson at Evening Prayer was from the 21st chapter of the Gospel according to St John. It is among my favourite passages of scripture. But I have a problem with the translations of it. … Continue reading →

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Comments on Reality

Posted on October 15, 2025 by admin

It was recently told my writings would indicate I do not take the items of religion as realities. I was a tad taken back by that, but then I suppose one needs to define what one means by reality. I … Continue reading →

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A Communion of Saints

Posted on August 24, 2025 by admin

There was a time in life when I was young, naïve, and not a tad stupid. I could see no point in the remembering of saints or the celebration of a saint’s day. Part of that may have had root … Continue reading →

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A note on the Trinity

Posted on July 30, 2025 by admin

As an aside to a response I causally said: “Jung did not really understand the doctrine of the Trinity.” That merited the rather shocked reply: “Do you really want to say that.” After a reflective pause I said: “Yes.” The … Continue reading →

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Day of wrath and doom impending

Posted on April 4, 2025 by admin

 “Day of wrath and doom impending…” Thus begins the Dies irae, the sequence hymn sung between the readings of the old Requiem Mass. It was always a moment that stopped and startled the grieving mind. The plangent pleas for rest … Continue reading →

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