Preaching Notes – Lent 3rd Sunday (8 March 2026)
Today, the 3rd Sunday of Lent, we hear the astonishing encounter of Jesus with the Samaritan woman (John 4:5-42). After overcoming her total shock that
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Preaching Notes – 5th Sunday A (8 February 2026)
Having unveiled the practical path to deep and lasting happiness (the beatitudes), Jesus immediately tells three very short parables – stories – to explain that
Preaching Notes – 22nd Sunday (31 August 2025)
Jesus’ teaching goes far beyond practicing good manners when He says, “When you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place” (Luke 14:10). Throughout
Preaching Notes / Part 2 of 3 (Luke 4:14-21) – 3rd Sunday Ordinary Time (January 25, 2025)
Sunday’s Gospel jumps from Luke’s “thematic statement” opening (Luke 1:1-4) to the first public event in Jesus’ life when He returns to Galilee in the
Preaching Notes Part 1 – 3rd Sunday Ordinary Time (Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21)
At the beginning of his Gospel, Luke points out he is writing a version of the good news and that he has a special reason
Preaching Notes – Sunday 22 September 2024
Last week, Jesus explained that as the Christ (in Hebrew: Messiah), He must go to Jerusalem, suffer many things and be killed (Mark 8:27-35). Recall
Authority Over Unclean Spirits – (Sun) 14 July 2024
Despite our deep flaws, America remains that shinning city on the hill. We are a people particularly blessed by God. And with divine blessing we