This week's opinions
There is value in slowing down this Advent to notice the coming of Christ
November 29th, 2019 | 
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During my time in the seminary, the fridge in the student common room had a remarkable collection of magnets: souvenirs from day trips, weekend breaks and summer holidays. The tackier the better, was the rule of thumb. A crab with wobbly legs, picked up in Amalfi, was a particular favourite of mine.
There was another one that stands out in my memory at this time of year. It depicted not a brightly coloured crustacean but our Lord and Saviour Himself. He wore a rather stern expression on His face, and had the accompanying caption: “Jesus is Coming: Look Busy!”
Busyness
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Pope’s visit reminds us to take inspiration from the martyrs of Japan
November 29th, 2019 | 0 COMMENTS
I wasn’t much interested in the Pope’s visit to Japan, until I read about the martyrs. Don’t get me wrong, the papal visit is very important, but he does a lot of trips this Pope, it’s not easy to keep up. ... continue reading.
The everyday life of a Catholic school chaplain revealed
November 22nd, 2019 | 0 COMMENTS
It surprises so many people that the mission of a school chaplain is not restricted to the Religious Education department. This is because Faith breathes in every corner of a Catholic school community, from the classroom to the sports field, from the social space to the staff room.... continue reading.
Be ready to stand up for Catholic education as secular agendas gather pace
November 22nd, 2019 | 0 COMMENTS
In our increasingly secular society, Catholic schools and their ethos, through which pupils are encouraged to put their Faith into action, enhance our society.... continue reading.
You can take a child from the ghetto, but Faith only thrives in a loving home
November 15th, 2019 | 0 COMMENTS
In his Letter from America, Brandon McGinley explains the vital role of the family in nurturing Catholic values and attitudes.... continue reading.
The difficult, yet noble art of politics
November 15th, 2019 | 0 COMMENTS
How should we respond as Catholics to one of the most interesting general elections of our times? Fr Jamie McMorrin writes.... continue reading.
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