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Introducing Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Your Sunday Missal

Designed to help anyone prepare for Sunday Mass and take an active part in its celebration, this Missal contains a short introduction to the special character of each Sunday, and the Mass text is laid out in a straightforward way. This Missal has a leatherette cover, gold-embossed lettering, colourful ribbons and high-quality Bible paper which means that it should become a treasured companion for a lifetime.

Denis McBride is a Redemptorist priest, lecturer, author and Publishing Director of Redemptorist Publications. He has studied at great universities under great teachers but he wears his learning lightly. His work is never antiquated, overly academic or built on borrowed insight: what Denis offers is fresh thinking delivered in his inimitable style; charming, down-to-earth and gentle. The library of Denis’ work majors on two themes: the Gospels and prayer, in the belief that through these a greater personal connection with God can be made. In studying and reflecting on the Jesus of the Gospels, a deeper relationship is gained with the Lord; when this is coupled with an active and personal prayer life, it is little wonder that people are enabled, through Denis’ work, to grow closer to the Redeemer.

The texts for all Sunday services in the Roman Catholic Church for the three-year cycle are included in this Missal. Alongside these are a number of additional resources, including the two Eucharistic prayers for reconciliation, and four for Masses for various occasions. The main ordinary texts of the Mass are also given in Latin. Additionally, we have provided an original prayer for each day of the week, a selection of litanies, prayers by St Alphonsus Liguori, including his Stations of the Cross.

Denis’ work is rooted in the ground of human existence – whatever flights he takes into the world of the Gospels, he always returns to the world of everyday, to the humus, the ground of humanity, forever linking everything back to people’s lives, in the mix and muddle of our daily calendar. He has always insisted we should study two books together – the Gospels and the story of our own life. Without that lively connection the Gospels remain a distant memory and our lives remain starved of the sustenance of the word of God. Always we are encouraged to see our own experience reflected in those around us, helping us to empathise and show love to those people that we might have felt we had little or nothing in common with: love and understanding bridge conflicting worlds.

Having a personal Sunday Missal is an aid to prayerful devotion to God and helps you know, understand and love the Mass. Your Sunday Missal will deepen and nurture the celebration of faith.

Denis is noted for his eloquence, his humour, his ability to open up the word of God and bring clarity to how to live in society as a Christian and a Catholic. Far from being a distant author and lecturer, living in an ivory tower, Denis has the ability to speak in the language of the marketplace, in what Pope Francis has called “the grammar of simplicity”.

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“Such is Fr McBride’s reputation as a spiritual writer that any new work promises a straightforward, uncomplicated and intensely pastoral approach. He has an impressive ability to explain even the most complicated scriptural themes in a way that is accessible to those who have never had the opportunity for academic study of the Bible. He is also able to pick up on concepts which might seem “quirky” to the uninitiated and show that they are, in fact, highly relevant.” The Catholic Times

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The international Catholic weekly The Tablet sent its assistant editor to Hawkstone, who reviewed Denis’ contribution to the teaching of the Gospel:

With a gold cover and gilt edges to the pages, the Limited Edition of Your Sunday Missal will make a beautiful gift to treasure.

“Denis McBride is a superb raconteur and thought-provoking scripture scholar; he breaks open the Gospel in fresh and startling ways. His lectures and writings are designed to appeal to the heart as much as the head.” 01420 88222

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Devised by Fr Denis McBride C.Ss.R. and George Allen

The Gospel Journey is an exciting and engaging board game that challenges the players’ knowledge of the New and Old Testament. It takes the form of a pilgrimage to Paradise and is aimed at ages 14 upwards. It can be enjoyed by 2-4 players.

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The Gospel Journey is biblically orientated with a series of questions on: • The Birth of Jesus • Mary • Joseph • King Herod • The Wise Men • The Old Testament

• John the Baptist • The Parables • The Miracles • Women in the Gospel • Paul • The Disciples

• Peter • Judas • The Last Supper • The Passion and Death of Jesus • The Resurrection

The game is fun, educational, and stimulating – a lovely way to learn about the Gospels and also something of the Old Testament and Saint Paul. It is ideal for schools, families and parish groups. Among the question boxes that go around the circumference of the board are random Rewards and Penalty boxes and Pot Luck questions. These add to the fun and variety of the game. Rewards are given to acknowledge the kind things we do on earth, thus offering an opportunity to move closer to Paradise. Penalties are given for doing what is unpleasant or mean in our world; this is punished by delay on the journey to Paradise. Each player has a counter and a figure of the same colour: the counter for going around the outer boxes of questions and challenges; the figure for advancing on the journey to Paradise. The first player COMING to enter Paradise is the winner.

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Denis McBride C.Ss.R. “I think this book is a brilliant exercise to deepen our faith not only during the period of Lent, but any time of the year. The suffering that happened 2000 years ago is still happening in the modern world and Fr Denis McBride is inviting us to reflect about the pain people are going through now. The book touches human hearts very deeply.” Fr Sunith, St Anthony of Padua Parish, Anerley, London The first station

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As soon as it was morning, the chief priests held a consultation with the elders and scribes and the whole council. They bound Jesus, led him away, and handed him over to Pilate. Pilate asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” He answered him, “You say so.” Then the chief priests accused him of many things. Pilate asked him again, “Have you no answer? See how many charges they bring against you.” But Jesus made no further reply, so that Pilate was amazed. Now at the festival he used to release a prisoner for them, anyone for whom they asked. Now a man called Barabbas was in prison with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection. So the crowd came and began to ask Pilate to do for them according to his custom. Then he answered them, “Do you want me to release for you the King of the Jews?” For he realised that it was out of jealousy that the chief priests had handed him over. But the chief priests stirred up the crowd to have him release Barabbas for them instead. Pilate spoke to them again, “Then what do you wish me to do with the man you call the King of the Jews?” They shouted back, “Crucify him!” Pilate asked them, “Why, what evil has he done?” But they shouted all the more, “Crucify him!” So Pilate, wishing to satisfy the crowd, released Barabbas for them; and after flogging Jesus, he handed him over to be crucified. Mark 15:1-15

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In Catholic churches across the world, from the busiest cities to the most remote villages, a series of simple crosses or fourteen images - the Stations of the Cross - describe the passion and death of Jesus. They begin with Pontius Pilate condemning Jesus to death and steadily move towards the moment when his mother and a few faithful followers place Jesus’ body in a borrowed tomb. Sometimes there is a fifteenth station: the resurrection shows us that Jesus’ suffering fulfilled a purpose. Even on the cross, Jesus was not alone. Yet the way of the cross is not confined to a lonely road in Jerusalem two thousand years ago: it is a busy highway winding through every village, town and city in our modern world; the experience of millions of people who face personal agony and loss at some moment or other. Jesus’ suffering and death are, for each one of us, our reality today.

Denis McBride reflectively guides us along the way of the cross. He contrasts the beauty and solemn simplicity of the more traditional Stations by artist Curd Lessig with modern images that challenge us to link Jesus’ story to the struggle of our everyday lives. Through its rich array of scripture passages, paintings, poetry, prayers, photographs and reflections, Stations of the Cross – then and now becomes a companion not only on our Lenten journey but throughout the year: suffering is not limited to one liturgical season. Whether we walk in solitude or with others, this book translates the passion of Jesus into our own life and times. The Gospel best comes alive when the story of Jesus resonates deeply within our heart and our personal experience. Let Stations of the Cross – then and now shine new light on your own journey. Code: 1735 Price: £12.95 ISBN: 9780852314722

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Stations of the Cross – then and now offers a unique opportunity to accompany Jesus – then and now – as you travel through Lent towards Easter. “Stay here and keep watch with me. Watch and pray”… and let this beautiful audio book help to shed light on your own journey to God. Denis McBride is a Redemptorist priest from Scotland who is now Director of Redemptorist Publications. In his post-graduate education he first studied psychology at Fordham University and then the New Testament under the great scripture scholar Raymond Brown at Union Theological Seminary, New York. After winning a scholarship to Harvard University, he returned to England to work at Hawkstone Hall, the international pastoral centre in Shropshire, England.

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Since then, his principal areas of interest and writing have been the human story and the Gospels: his work has always struggled to keep open a conversation between the drama of people’s lives and the four great narratives of Christian beginning. If that conversation ends, he argues, Christianity will be consigned to a museum.

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The audio book read by Denis McBride and broadcaster Julie Etchingham contains the full text of the book and is accompanied by an illustrated booklet, containing all the pictures. Code: 1741 Price: £16.94 ISBN: 705632049006

A supplementary booklet of all the images used in Stations of the Cross – then and now, to accompany the audio book when used for study groups, is available. Code: 1742 Price: £1.95 ISBN: 9780852314869

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Due to unprecedented demand the fourteen Stations of the Cross have now been adapted for public use. In this DVD of the book, presented by Denis McBride, the voice and visuals open up new ways of thinking about Jesus’ journey. You’ve never experienced the Stations of the Cross like this before; some of the images chosen may shock you but they will demonstrate how the passion story in all its savagery continues in our own time. The Gospel best comes alive when the story of Jesus resonates deeply within our heart and our personal experience. Let The Stations of the Cross – then and now shine new light on your own journey and share the experience with your parish. Lasting about an hour, the DVD is ideal for use in parishes, schools and groups. Code:1758 Price: t.b.c. EAN: 0705632049075

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Denis McBride C.Ss.R. The Discipleship Journey DVD

Denis McBride C.Ss.R. & David Wells

Join two best-selling authors, Denis McBride and David Wells speaking at the inspirational The Discipleship Journey, recorded live in Salford Diocese. This DVD contains the full event with Fr Denis talking on Jonah the awkward disciple and David Wells on modern-day discipleship. Jonah, the awkward disciple, is a story for our time – the only prophet who needed to be called twice. You watch him struggling with his identity, his direction and his outlook. He is stunningly modern, a challenge for our time. David Wells speaks about modernday discipleship and through story telling he invites us to open our eyes and hearts to God and enjoy our own moments of grace amid the hustle and bustle of daily life.

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Jesus and the Gospels - 36 CD Set & Book

These lectures were recorded by a BBC sound engineer at Hawkstone Hall before a live audience of course participants. They cover the major moments of the Jesus story and they come with a free copy of the book which provides notes, graphs and illustrations to go with the lecture series. Listen to clips on the RP website. Code: 1383 Price: £99.00 ISBN: 9780852312773

Jesus and the Gospels Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

This book reflects on the key moments of the Jesus story as the four evangelists present them. It is an excellent workbook for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the person of Jesus and the writing of the Gospels. Written and compiled by Fr Denis to accompany the lectures for Jesus and the Gospels it is full of artwork and key scripture with charts and graphs to help provide context for the reader.

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Journeying with Jonah

the struggle to find yourself Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

In this new book Fr Denis has chosen to explore the character of Jonah – a somewhat unlikely hero. The prophet Jonah is a sympathetic partner, albeit a curious one, to help us review our lives. Although a believer in God, Jonah struggles to come to terms with the awful strangeness of God’s choices, particularly God’s mercy; he grapples to find his true self and purpose in life; he tries to flee from the presence of God; he is angry when he finds that God is not angry but all-merciful. Jonah is offered to us as an unusual teacher – awkward, reluctant, disobedient, opinionated, fearful, flighty: the prophet who remains stubborn to the end. But his story celebrates the beauty of the indiscriminate mercy of God, a message for our time. The story of Jonah is for anyone who is reflecting on their own life. Code: 1581 Price: £9.95 ISBN: 9780852314388

Journeying with Jonah - 2 CDs Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

In 2016, Fr Denis addressed the annual meeting of the Conference of Religious of Ireland (CORI) held in Dublin. His two lectures, about an hour each, reflect on Journeying with Jonah: the struggle to find yourself. Jonah appears as someone who has emerged from among us: someone who has to struggle to find his true identity, someone who has to discover his direction in life, someone who has to allow his own outlook on life to be shaped by God’s mercy. This is an ancient narrative that speaks gently to our own stories today.

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Denis McBride C.Ss.R. Praying with Pictures

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When it comes to personal prayer, some people find it difficult to get started, unsure what to say or how to say it. This little book is a godsend; it helps people begin to find words for what is going on in their lives. With the help of a variety of pictures, it finds a voice for a wide range of experiences.

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Seasons of the Word Reflections on the Sunday Readings Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

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“We all know that the word of God does not work automatically: it has to be worked on, opened up, wrestled with, prayed about.” In this book, now in a new edition to celebrate twenty years since its first publication, Denis McBride takes his readers through the full liturgical cycle of readings for Sundays and feast days. His insightful reflections throw new light on familiar and unfamiliar passages of scripture. Wearing his scholarship lightly, Denis McBride uses his background in biblical studies and psychology to open up the readings in a way that is accessible for all readers. Sometimes humorous, sometimes serious, always thought-provoking and informative, this book is a vital tool for preachers and for all those who want to deepen their understanding of the word of God as it is found in our liturgy. A CD-ROM is included, containing all the texts along with additional prayers and introductions to the readings. Code: 1074 Price: £17.95 ISBN: 9780852313862

The Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Mark

A modern classic, this book was welcomed as bringing “a notable power of popular exposition to bear on the Gospel… the language is consistently fresh and contemporary”.

Reflecting on Mark’s great story of action, we follow the restless drama of the narrative from its opening on the banks of the river Jordan through the dramatic passion narrative to the empty tomb.

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Emmaus

The Gracious Visit of God Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Following the death of Jesus in Jerusalem, two disappointed disciples leave the city of lost hopes and head away. They meet a mysterious stranger who helps them reinterpret the past in a new light, giving them fresh hope. For many people, the story of Emmaus is the most moving of the resurrection narratives, and Denis McBride’s reflections uncover the depth and beauty of Luke’s unique scene. Code: 132118 Price: £13.50 ISBN:9781871552904

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“Mirror, mirror, on the wall” For Len Kofler, the staff, and the students of the Institute of St Anselm

When we look in the mirror our critical eye comes into its own, educated from genesis for disapproval: it takes over the business of appraising what is presented to it. Standing or sitting, when we look in the mirror we submit to this eye and begin the ritual of repair, honing in on what needs fixing, adjusting to make good.

Reflecting with Paintings Volume 1 Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

The mirror is the new confessional in the age of image and appearance, the place where we are both penitent and priest. And like a good penitent we try to remedy the flaws we acknowledge to ourselves: the daily ritual begins in accusation, striving earnestly for absolution. So

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In this book by Denis McBride, a variety of works of art are used to open up a conversation between the human story – our story – and that of Christ. Using works by varied artists McBride brings the depicted characters and scenes dramatically to life, and speaks through them to us – the onlookers, the casual observers, the passers-by. Code: 1458 Price: £9.95 ISBN: 9780852313510

Awakening to Yourself Reflecting with Paintings Volume 2 Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

In this second volume of Reflecting with Paintings, Denis McBride takes us on another fascinating and challenging journey of imagination. Focusing on ten paintings by artists from a range of times and cultures, we explore the thoughts and feelings of a wide variety of characters, from Joseph the husband of Mary to a lone woman in a New York cafe. Code: 1482 Price: £9.95 ISBN: 9780852313619

Reflecting with Paintings - 8 CDs Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Anyone who has heard Fr McBride speak will know that he delivers his ideas and insights in a lively, clear and accessible way. These narratives, professionally recorded in front of an audience, provide an opportunity to encounter God, ourselves and others more deeply. Listeners will be surprised at how the stories touch them and how they highlight some of today’s moral, ethical and religious issues.

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Denis McBride C.Ss.R. Praying the Rosary

a journey through scripture and art Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Fr McBride takes a fresh look at the Rosary in this beautifully illustrated book. Through the four sets of mysteries he takes us on a leisurely journey through twenty episodes in the lives of Jesus and Mary, offering us prayerful insights on the way. The format for each decade is simple: first there is a reading from scripture, which is followed by a reflection on the passage; a painting is also included which offers its own take on the subject, accompanied by a brief reflection; finally there is a prayer on some aspect of the mystery. Focusing on a scriptural understanding of the mysteries, this prayerful book will prove a sure companion for everyone who loves the Rosary. Code: 1556 Price: £12.95 ISBN: 9780852314159

“The language of Praying the Rosary is, therefore, one of companionship and friendly dialogue rather than of instruction. It is not one more of how many ‘how to’ books, but is, rather, an invitation to rest, reflect and pray.”

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Praying the Rosary is available to buy as an eBook through www.rpbooks. co.uk, Amazon or iTunes. Code: 1572 Price: £10.96 ISBN: 9780852314296

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Six Women from the Bible Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Fr Denis McBride, C.Ss.R. was invited to speak on Six Women from the Bible at a conference for Catholic head teachers. The two reflections were recorded before a live audience at Stratfordupon-Avon, hosted by EducareM. In the first DVD Fr Denis looks at the Five Women in the genealogy of Matthew’s Gospel. Why does Matthew include them among a list of men? Why these women? He explores the story of •

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Ruth, an outsider, who ensures the future of a Jewish family

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The wife of Uriah, who sleeps with King David

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Mary the mother of Jesus who conceives without Joseph

What do these women have in common? How do they progress the story of salvation so that the final name on the genealogy is Jesus who is called Christ?

In the second DVD, focusing on the Unnamed Woman at the house of Simon the Pharisee, we watch two spiritualties collide: the spirituality of Simon and the spirituality of Jesus. Both men look at the same sinful woman and see her radically differently. One sees a disease; the other sees a woman who shows great love. What shapes their outlook?

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The Transfiguration in the Gospels and in Life

The Passion Narratives in the Gospels

The Transfiguration in the Gospels, and its application to each of our lives is the focus of this inspiring lecture by Fr Denis McBride. It was recorded at a National Headteachers Retreat.

The different versions of the passion narrative are explored in this DVD by Fr Denis McBride. Offering great insight alongside humour, this is a wonderful teaching resource for individuals and small groups.

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Where Does the Jesus Story Begin? Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

This book reflects on the four different beginnings the Gospels provide to the life of Jesus, offering the readers keys that open up each of the Gospels in turn. Alongside that, there is the recurring question: where does your own story begin? Code: 1429 Price: £9.95 ISBN: 9780852313299

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The Parables of Jesus Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Jesus invests much of his teaching in parables which have as much power today as when they were first spoken. The insights and patterns of the contrary wisdom of God challenge us in and through the scriptures. In this book the reader gains fresh and exciting insights into the power of the parable. Code: 1091 Price: £12.50 ISBN: 9780852311929

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The Power of the Parables

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In this DVD, recorded live in Salford Diocese, Fr Denis brings fresh insight, looking at how the parables are just as important and powerful as when Jesus first delivered them. He offers an exciting and refreshing look at these messages from the New Testament. Code: 185440 Price: £10.00

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Impressions of Jesus Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

In this book we meet a wide range of characters from the Gospel and share their reflections and reactions to Jesus. In a brilliantly imaginative way, we experience Jesus meeting real people in the real world in real human situations. Code: 1071 Price: £8.95 ISBN: 9780852311370

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Denis McBride C.Ss.R. Journeying towards Jesus in Advent Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

Waiting on God Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

One of the enduring themes developed throughout the biblical story is waiting on God: this is an attitude of stubborn trust in the face of adversity and a way of looking at life that remains firmly anchored in hope. Most of us live in a culture of immediacy where there is little tolerance for waiting, so there is mounting rage in the face of delays and setbacks: people act out their frustration and anger when what they want is not available instantly. This book develops a counter-cultural spirituality – a way of being that is a real gift for our present time.

In a world in which our high streets begin their celebration of Christmas months earlier, Advent is a countercultural “still small voice”. In this insightful and inspiring book, lavishly illustrated with images chosen by the author, Denis McBride guides us through the Advent season as we journey towards the celebration of the birth of Christ. Suitable for private reading or for use in groups, this book invites us to journey together towards a deeper appreciation of the true meaning of what we celebrate at Christmas. Code: 1481 Price: £10.95 ISBN: 9780852313824

Journeying with Jesus a companion’s guide Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

A specially edited companion for group study. Ideal for those who meet regularly as well as Lenten study groups.

Journeying with Jesus is a deeply spiritual and lavishly resourced programme of study for those who want to journey side by side with our Lord during Lent, either individually or in small groups. We begin our journey in the wilderness and finally sit with him at the table before accompanying him to the cross. The main purpose of the book is to encourage the reader to think about Jesus’ journey and their own. How can the story of Jesus throw light on your own?

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The Gospel of John DVD Denis McBride C.Ss.R.

For the last few years Fr Denis McBride C.Ss.R. has offered a series of public lectures on the Gospels, in Salford Diocese, at the invitation of the Department of Evangelisation. The response of the people has been warm and enthusiastic, and these two lectures on John’s Gospel were filmed and recorded as a DVD. In this DVD you can catch something of Fr Denis’ passion for his subject and his genial manner of communicating and sharing the beauty and depth of the Gospels.

“What wonderful insight! I am loving this book and feel I should tell others about it. It does feel like journeying with the Lord, from the wilderness onwards. It’s not just places in the past, but moments in our own experience that are explored. Father McBride has a genius for making old scriptures talk anew, so they land in your lap, saying very personal things. I am very grateful for this lovely and loving book.” Reviewed on www.rpbooks.co.uk

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eard the joke about Jesus’ transfiguration? Me neither. Odd, isn’t it? After all, jokes abound about every other episode in his life: his birth (remember that absurd opening sequence of Monty Python's Life of Brian? Not forgetting that wonderfully offmessage Christmas card: “why fuss about Christmas – is the birth of a man who believes he’s God really such a rare event?”) You name it: Cana, walking on water, feeding the five thousand, even his crucifixion: all have been sent up comically by someone, somewhere. All except the transfiguration. Which is a great pity, as a good joke can freshen our perspective on an extraordinary event, helping us squeeze the meaning out. But could the transfiguration maybe reveal something about God’s own sense of humour?

This, let’s recall, is the unique occasion in his earthly life, when Jesus radiates his divine glory as Son of God. So what amazing A-listers does he choose to share this supremely transcendent moment with? A bunch of flaky panto clowns, that’s who! Peter, his foot rarely out of his mouth; James and John – that pantomime-horse act with one beady eye ever on the main chance; Moses and Elijah? OK, not the ugly sisters, but an intensive anger-management course beckons, all the same. Basically, people like you, me and the guy on the pew next to us. Seriously, who but God would be crazy enough to share his glory with the likes of us? Who but God would become human, suffer and die to make it all happen? And yet it’s true. It IS funny in a way. But also mindblowing.

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In pointing out their potential, we have the power to set them free. We notice how important blessing others is to Jesus. He made clear that the way we treat others is the way we treat him. Through our words and actions, do our friends and neighbours experience us as a blessing?

by Sr Thérèse Garman Abraham was blessed by God to be a blessing to others. God sends us on the same mission. But before we can bless others, we have to be living and responding to the blessings God has given us, because these are what we share. We can be a powerful blessing to others through forgiveness, restoring relationships, and using words of kindness and encouragement. Holding on to hurts has no place in our mission. Our families and friends long to hear words of approval or acceptance and affection, especially after disagreements and mistakes. With these spoken blessings, we express the value of the person.

Sr Thérèse Garman is a Sister of Our Lady of Providence.

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Hope bids us live fully in the present, giving our all to the life of the family, for the best way to prepare a solid future is to live well in the present. Pope Francis

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3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER ENTRANCE ANTIPHON Cry out with joy to God, since before the world all the earth; was made, has been O sing to the glory of revealed only in our time, the end of the ages, his name. for your sake. Through O render him glorious him you now have faith in God, who raised praise, alleluia. him from the dead and COLLECT gave that very reason – so that you would have faith and him glory for May your people exult hope in God. for The word of the Lord. in renewed youthfulness ever, O God, Thanks be to God. of spirit, so that, rejoicing now in the restored glory of our adoption, we may look forward GOSPEL ACCLAMATION in confident hope to the rejoicing of the Alleluia, alleluia! day of resurrection… Amen. Lord Jesus, explain the FIRST READING Acts scriptures to us. 2:14. 22-33 Make our hearts burn III • Year A A reading from the Acts within us as you talk to us. Alleluia! of the Apostles. • Divine Office Week On the day of Pentecost 3rd Sunday of Easter Peter stood up with GOSPEL Luke 24:13-35 addressed the crowd the Eleven and in a loud voice: “Men of A reading from the holy Israel, listen to what I am going to say: Jesus Gospel according to Luke. the Nazarene was a man to you by God by the Two of the disciples of commended miracles and portents Jesus were on their way and signs that God worked through him when Emmaus, seven miles to a village called from Jerusalem, and he was among you, as man, who was put into you they were talking together about all that had your power by the deliberate all know. This foreknowledge of God, Jesus himself came up happened. Now as they talked this over, you took and had crucified intention and and walked by their side; the Law. You killed him, prevented them from by men outside but something but God raised him to recognising him. He life, freeing him from said to them, “What the pangs of Hades; for matters are you discussing it was impossible for him power since, as David short, their faces downcast. as you walk along?” They stopped to be held in its says of him: I saw the Lord before me Then one of them, called always, be the only person staying Cleopas, answered him, “You must for with him at my right hand nothing can shake in Jerusalem who does things that have been me. So my heart was glad not know the happening there these last few things?” he asked. “All and my tongue cried out about Jesus of Nazareth,” days.” “What with joy: “who proved he was a to the Roman my body, too, society great prophet by the things they answered, contrast will rest in the hope the and in thatthe he the said and did you will sight imperialismmy soul of God and of the whole its abandon withnot to Hades people; and how our (1601) by Caravaggionor Empire, priests and our leaders allow ofyour thetoconqueror chief holy on Supper at Emmaus one conquest handed him over to be experience corruption. sentenced to death, and had him crucified. You effects have made known the Our way for of life to me, the one to set Israel free. own hope had been that he would be you and will conquered. fill mebelievers a rationale with gladness And through your presence. He gave gone by since it all happened;this is not all: two whole days have “Brothers, no one is conversion. by Fr Richard Taylor deny that the patriarch Suchcan and some women from is deadliving have David us astounded andlovingly. our group buried: us: they went to the tomb who gave his tomb is still with us. But since himself the believers in the early morning, All ofknew prophet, and and when they did not he converts. that God evangelists find werehad sworn him an oath to make was a he apostles and his descendants had seen a vision of angelsthe body, they came back to tell us they the New Testament one of Peter and succeed him converts. who hearers on the declared he was first throne, what he foresaw spoke about our friends went to the told their They were was the and the resurrection tomb and found everything alive. Some of historical of the Christ: he is the the most spectacular. was not abandoned women had reported, readers who the one who and Paul were to Hades, and but of him they saw nothing.” exactly as the devotion whose body did not experience was. He was the committed corruption. Then totally Nazareth he of God raised this man said to them, “You Their Jesus Jesus to life, and all for humanity. of love, illustrating witnessestotoChrist full message of the prophets! foolish men! So slow to believe the of us are that.made Nowsense perfect example raised could Was it not ordained that andthe heights by God’s right in peace to he said, what he he has receivedshould should suffer and so the Christ hand, the Father and People from live enter this through what Holy Spirit, who was promised, and what yousosee Moses and going through into his glory?” Then, starting with the mind the heart him and how God hadhear and do if they is the outpouring did, what it cost s of that Spirit.” the passages throughout all the prophets, he explained to them They showed the The word Jesus. The communitie the Lord. the scriptures that were of ofChrist rewarded him. which today’s about himself. When they drew near Thanks be to for humanity, for God. and to to they established, meaning of this made as if to go on; but the village to which they were going, he heirs, make visible individual. “Accept PSALM Psalm they pressed him to stay believers 15 are the society, for each nearly evening,” they said, with them. “It is achieves. We you are a child “and the day is almost that love concretely RESPONSE: whatShow him”, they said, “and in to stay with them. Now over.” So he went come. us, Lord, the path of life. he is God’s Son and while he was with them together: thy kingdom prayAlleluia! of God, because Or took the bread and said at the family. If you the blessing; then he broke the table, he has taught scripture accepts you into it to Taylor it them. and not handed And 1. Richard Preserve me, Fr God, I their eyes were opened is pure grace, take world, especially and they recognised him; in you. but he had vanished from accept him, this theology across therefuge andLord: I say to the many their sight. Then they said “You was based he are my for God. where “Did not our hearts burn to each other, thanks to your genius.” is a gift of in Rome, O Lord, it is within us as he talked you who are my portion the exclusivism and explained the scriptures to us on the road Jesus rejected and cup; Recognising Jesus years. it is you yourself act He established who are my prize.” R. hope in this world who accept him They set out that instant to us?” of the Pharisees. 2. I will living by love and revelation. If all bless the Lord who gives to the next. what being saved found the Eleven assembledand returned to Jerusalem. There they me counsel, and looking forward like him, it shows who even at night directs together with their companions, with of selfishness and said to them, “Yes, it is themselves heart. who means: being rid attention tomy true. I keep the Lord draw ever to Simon.” Then they told The Lord has risen and has appeared in my sight: and cars. “Empty clothes their fancy since story their he of is what had happened on at my right hand, I noise. road and how they had unique plan for the most shall” stand firm. R. recognised him at the vessels make the 3. And so my heart dedication to God’s breaking of bread. The Gospel of the Lord. rejoices, myjournalist, their deep faith soul is runs glad; even my body their lives, sharing a Catholic Praise to you, Lord Jesus shall rest Jo Siedlecka, in safety. God’s word. Jesus Catholic News, to Christ. and reverence for Jo Siedlecka For you will not the website leaveIndependent . my soul olicnews.com PRAYER OVER THE from the way in by the dead, www.indcathamong nor let your beloved OFFERINGS would have learned of the family, be found atknow Receive, O Lord, we pray, decay. R. head 4. You recognise which Joseph, as will show me the path the disciples these offerings of your at table. It was of life, Why didn't the exultant Church, in some of joy the fullness led the prayers and, as you have given in your presence, craftsmanship of Jesus? Did he look different her cause talking for at by Br. Martin Horwath such your divinely inspired busy right great so grant also that the gifts hand happiness for ever. gladness, form Jesus for his way? Or were they we R. they Joseph that helped After all, SECOND may bear fruit in perpetual bring READING 1 Peter 1:17-21 OCSO they just didn’t notice? happiness… Amen. 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consequences than we realise. A smile, a few words of encouragement, a thank you or a compliment can make a big difference to someone else. We may never see the impact that our words and actions can have but we know what it feels like to have our day brightened by the kindness or thoughtfulness of another person. Our words and actions may be the one glimmer of hope in another person’s day – we can make all the difference.

It has been said that hope is as essential for humans as food, water or oxygen. Hope helps people to keep going when it would be easier to give up. We all find it hard to be hopeful sometimes and we need others to help us with this. The many small but positive things that we do Catherine McElhinney is a Primary without even thinking about School Headteacher and the author of My School Diary, available from Redemptorist them can have much bigger Publications.

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Living in a family makes it hard for us to feign or lie; we cannot hide behind a mask. If that authenticity is inspired by love, then the Lord reigns there, with his joy and his peace. The spirituality of family love is made up of thousands of small but real gestures. In that variety of gifts and encounters which deepen communion, God has his dwelling place.

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