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Do we have guardian angels?

Oct 08, 2021

God’s presence is real – and we are never alone, without God’s love, guidance, and protection.
Reflecting on the Psalms: Yahweh is King

Oct 08, 2021

The monarchy in Israel lasted from Saul (ca 1020) to the last king of Judah, Zedekiah (597-587). Then came the devastation of Jerusalem and the exile in Babylon.
Fear not, I am with you

Oct 02, 2021

Let us not forget to be connected to God in prayer, especially remembering all who are affected by this pandemic. May God bless and grant peace and safety to all.
What ultimately lies at the centre of our attention

Oct 02, 2021

Good parents love their children, try to give them sufficient guidance, and then set them free to focus on their own lives.
Reflecting on the Psalms: You are a priest forever

Oct 02, 2021

There are several psalms that speak of a king in the psalter. This could refer to an earthly king or to Yahweh as king of the universe.
Jesus lived in a land filled with prejudices

Sep 25, 2021

Many in Galilee disliked the Samaritans, and the feeling was mutual. Even the way they worshipped and their holy sites were different.
When we doubt the power of prayer

Sep 25, 2021

We need to pray even when that seems the most lifeless thing to do.
Reflecting on the Psalms: Prayer as an outcry against enemies

Sep 25, 2021

When we pray, we come with all our faculties of memory, understanding and will.
Jesus witnessed economic hardship first-hand

Sep 18, 2021

The pandemic has taken a huge toll on workers around the world. Many have lost their jobs as the trend towards contract workers, already happening in pre-COVID times, has sped up.
The triumph of good over evil

Sep 18, 2021

Good should always triumph over evil – but, but, given human freedom, there are no guarantees – except for the promise given us in the resurrection.