Reflections of the Day
10th Sunday of Ordinary Time Year B - 10 June 2018
We are not discouraged.
(2 Corinthians 4:16)

If anybody had a right to be discouraged, it was St. Paul. During the course of his ministry, he was beaten, shipwrecked, betrayed, slandered, and imprisoned. Today's second reading gives us some insight into the way Paul handled all of this. Mind you, Paul was a tough guy by nature, but we can't think that he was impervious to the stress and strain of the life he had chosen. The key is that he didn't let discouragement over-take him and rule his life.

Discouragement can make us feel hopeless. It can drain us of all energy and prevent us from keeping up with our everyday tasks. If not dealt with, it is also contagious. It can spread through your whole house. So let's look at one way we can deal with discouragement.

At the Last Supper, Jesus told his disciples, "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me" (John 14:1). Here he was about to face the cross, and yet he spent his last hours on earth helping his friends ?by urging them to trust in God. As comforting as these words sound, they also contain a vital strategy: Hold on to your faith! Trust that my Father and I won’t abandon you.

Whenever we face times of discouragement, we can picture Jesus saying to us, "Don’t let your heart be troubled. It’s true that in the world you will have trouble, but never doubt that I have conquered the world" (see John 16:33).

St Paul, echoing Jesus, assures us that nothing can separate us from God's love (Roman 8:38-39). It's the knowledge of this truth that kept him from giving in to discouragement. This same motto can help us too.

So the next time you start feeling discouraged, think like Paul. Keep telling yourself that God knows the situation. He feels your pain. He is with you. Never forget that nothing can separate you from his love.



Meditations 10 June 2018 - Word Among Us

We Pray
"Jesus, all I can say is 'Thank you!'"

Parish News
 Faith Formation - Back to Basics

Every 2nd Saturday of the Month
8.00 pm - 9.30 pm
The next session is 14 July

 

 Bishop's Catechesis for Neophytes

Calling all neophytes who were baptised in the last 3 years! Come and listen to Archbishop William Goh, chief shepherd of our archdiocese, as he shares how we can live fully alive as part of the Body of Christ.
Date: Saturday, 23 Jun 2018
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Theme: Body of Christ
Main Church. For more information, email rciaht@gmail.com

 

 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

If you know of friends in their search for God, as well as those from other Christian communities who want to find out more about the Catholic faith, invite them to join the new RCIA journey which begins on 31 May, 7.45 pm to 9.30 pm. Registration forms are obtainable from the RCIA notice board or the Parish Office.

 

 Grow Our Faith

Every Wednesday, 8.00 pm to 9.30 pm in the Parish Hall.
The next session is on 20 June. Topic: "The Wild Goose - The Spirit Remembers"

 

 Visitation to Villa Francis Home Of The Aged

Saturday, 7 July, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Transportation fees S$8.00. Limited to 40 seats on a first-come-first-serve basis for parishioners. For registration please contact Michael Kwek 9781 0361 or Edward John 90079799. We are also appealing for gifts to be given to the residents. For details, please refer to the Notice Board.

 

 Rosary Prayer at the Columbarium

Saturday, 2 June after the morning Mass (7.00 am) in the columbarium. Do come pray for our departed brothers and sisters.

 

 Movie Night

Saturday, 23 June, 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall
Movie Title: Romero
Romero is a compelling and deeply moving film on the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his country. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from an apolitical, complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people. The true story of a heroic priest.

 

 Canteen - Adelphi's Corner

Please stay for fellowship after Mass on Sunday and enjoy breakfast. Coffee and tea on the Church.

 

 Mothers Prayers

Mothers Prayers was formed to help those mothers who wished to pray together for their children and grandchildren and to find the support they needed. The prayer session is held every Thursday, 10.30 am in Room 16, Level 2.

 

 Sacrament of Confirmation

22 October 2017, which was also World Mission Sunday, 70 of our youths in our Level 9 catechism class received the Sacrament of Confirmation. His Grace Archbishop William Goh celebrated the mass and the youths were challenged by the bishop to be witnesses for Christ.


Confirmation Mass photos can be viewed and downloaded from here

 

 Please like our new Facebook Page!

We have launched our church's facebook page. Please like our facebook page and help spread the word with friends and fellow parishioners.

 

 
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Evacuation Exercise

We thank all for their cooperation and participation in the evacuation exercise last weekend (19 & 20 May).

Removal of Rental Bicycles

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Cry Room

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