By Jacqueline Kelly – Turkey, the centrepiece of Christmas, occupies a prime place at the dinner table. Christmas Day, itself is usually a family occasion,
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Radiate Joy, Hope and Peace
By Friny Peter Ruwnglal, CSC – Readings: Jdg 13: 2- 7, 24-25a; Lk 1: 5-25 The twin stories of the foretelling of the birth of
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Christmas Feast: The Proof is in The Pudding!
By Jacqueline Kelly – The traditional Christmas pudding is rich, thick and filling, the result of many strenuous hours in the kitchen. Over the years,
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Welcome Our ‘Emmanuel’
By Nibin K Cyriac, CSC – Readings: Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25 In the gospel we see a righteous and obedient man – Joseph. He was
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The Significance of Christmas Feast!
By Jacquline Kelly – Christmas celebration centres on a special meal, although what is eaten varies from nation to nation. Christmas is one time in
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Dream India Network Celebrates Diwali For Foster Home Children
By C V Joseph – Bengaluru (Dec 16): Dream India Network (DIN) has belatedly celebrated Diwali – festival of lights, with all the 440 under-privileged
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B’luru: A Special Christmas Celebration for Differently-Abled!
Bengaluru: Christmas is the festival that promotes the spirit of sharing, caring and giving. Soaking in the spirit of Christmas, the Commission for the Differently
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Karnataka: Inter-Religious Sammelan for Peace and Harmony Held
Ballari: In commemoration of the 800th anniversary of the encounter between Saint Francis of Assisi, a 12th century well-known Saint of Ecology from Italy and
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Prepare a Crib in Your Heart
By Akhsi Wary, CSC – Readings: Gen 49: 2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17 In the Gospel we hear an account of the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
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Become an Instrument of Peace
By Naresh Namindla, CSC – Readings: Num 24: 2-7, 15-17; Mt 21:23-27 In the first reading we see that Balaam, the messenger of God, speaks
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The Deeper Meaning of Advent
By Leon Bent – Don’t overlook deeper meaning of Advent! Don’t Rush – First Things First: It is important not to skip this first step.
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Homily for Youth: Rejoice – The Gaudete Sunday
By Fr Antony Christy, SDB – Third Sunday of Advent: 15th December, 2019 Isaiah 35: 1-6,10; James 5: 7-10; Matthew 11: 2-11 Rejoice…again I say
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Be Witnesses of Christ
By Ishongkun Kurbah, CSC – Readings: Is 35:1-6, 10; Jas 5:7-10; Mt, 11:2-11 What strikes me the most in today’s Gospel is John the Baptist.
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Fr Francis’ Homily: Strengthen Weak Hands and Feeble Knees
By Fr Francis Gonsolves, SJ – Third Sunday of Advent – Cycle A – December 15, 2019 Isa 35:1-6,10; Jam 5:7-10; Mt 11:2-11 “Strengthen the
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Fr Eugene’s Homily: Desire the Coming of Jesus This Gaudete Sunday
By Fr Eugene Lobo, SJ – Third Sunday of Advent, December 15, 2019 Readings: Isaiah 35:1-6 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11 The Third Sunday of Advent
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