Reflection for the Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Chaplains’ Corner: Essays & Interviews
This Spirituality section features special interviews and essays from our Chaplains on aspects of our Catholic life and the challenges of choosing to grow spiritually by our membership in the Order of Malta.
Reflection for the First Sunday of Lent
February 19, 2026The three temptations, or the three “Ps’ and the three antidotes Read More
The Baptism of Jesus and Our Baptism: A Reflection
January 7, 2026This living up to our Baptismal promises is very much at the heart of our faith. Read More
The Epiphany: Receiving Gifts, Giving Gifts and Using Gifts
January 2, 2026As our New Year has begun, perhaps we can resolve to finds ways to show forth that love of God that we have experienced and that we celebrate to others. Read More
Fourth Sunday of Advent Reflection
December 15, 2025As the season of Christmas fast approaches, let us indeed give great thanks for the coming of Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord. Read More
Third Sunday of Advent Reflection
December 12, 2025“we wait in joyful hope for the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ…” Read More
First Sunday of Advent Reflection
November 30, 2025Let our prayer be the same one as the very first Christians: “Come, Lord Jesus!” Read More
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