ACTS 8:5-8, 14-17; PSALM 66; 1PETER 3:15-18; JOHN 14:15-21 We have two sets of homily notes here for our reflection and prayers Rev. Fr. Paul K. Oredipe LOVE OR FEAR : PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT Song: I love Jesus of Galilee; For He has done so very much for me; He has forgiven me all […]
Monthly Archives: May 2020
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May
Acts 16:1-10; Psalm 100; John 15:18-21 The first reading presents us with Paul’s second missionary journey. In spite of previous persecutions, Paul did not quit. In the gospel, Christ says we shall be persecuted for the sake of his name just as he was persecuted. Christianity is a warfare wherein winners don’t quit and quitters […]
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May
Acts 15:22-31; Psalm 57; John 15:12-17 The Council in Jerusalem sends Paul and Barnabas back to Antioch to strengthen the people. These were servants of God. It is not degrading to be called servant of God. Moses, Joshua, David, Peter, James, Jude were all servants of God. In the gospel, Jesus says I do not […]
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May
Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Psalm 112; John 15:9-17 The first reading presents us with the election of Matthias as one of the Twelve to replace Judas Iscariot. Barsabbas and Matthias were nominated. The apostles prayed then drew lots, and Matthias came forth. Therefore, it is apostolic in character to pray before making choices as we have […]
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May
May
Acts 15:1-6; Psalm 121; John 15:1-8 In the first reading, Paul and Barnabas resorting to the Apostles to resolve the circumcision debate shows an image of a vine and its branches. In the gospel, Christ says that he is the true vine and that we are his branches. The greater our union with Christ the […]
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May
May
Acts 14:19-28; Psalm 145; John 14:27-31 In the first reading Paul and Barnabas though suffering continued to preach. What can separate us from the love of God? In the gospel, Jesus says do not be afraid. A man who fears suffering is already suffering from what he fears. Lord let your peace reign in our […]
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May
Acts 14:5-18; Psalm 113; John 14:21-26 In the gospel, Jesus tells his disciples that after he has gone they will be given the Holy Spirit who will teach and remind them everything he had said. This Spirit is the one who caused Paul and Barnabas to work as they did in the first reading. The […]
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May
May
Acts 6:1-7; Psalm 32; 1Peter 2:4-9; John 14:1-12 Divine Consolation Today’s gospel presents us with some basic themes: Divine consolation in the face of anxieties; the nature of heaven, the function and the ultimate triumph of Jesus Christ. The first and second readings present us with the ways to tackle problems as a chosen race […]
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May
May
Acts 13:44-52; Psalm 97; John 14:7-14 In the first reading, the Jews rejected God’s word and they became unworthy of eternal life. What is our response to God’s word? In the gospel, Jesus continues to teach his disciples that he and the Father are one and that in believing in him they are believing in […]
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May
May
Acts 13:26-33; Psalm 2; John 14:1-6 In the first reading, Paul preached that when they had Jesus put to death, they proved his authenticity and fulfilled the Scripture. Beloved, do not let your hearts be troubled; your crises are your growth classes. In the gospel, Jesus says “I go to prepare a place for you…” […]