Cathedral News
Passion Sunday
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The reading from the gospel of Mark begins with the anointing of Jesus by the sinful woman. It is a poignant introduction to the events unfolding in Jerusalem.
Confessions during Holy Week 2024
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Details of the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Holy Week.
Fifth Sunday of Lent; St Patrick, Patron of Ireland
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Today we celebrate both the fifth Sunday of Lent and Ireland's patron saint Patrick.
Fourth Sunday of Lent
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God seems to send unexpected people to give leadership in times of crisis: Amos, King David, Francis of Assisi and Joan of Arc spring to mind. Cyrus, King of Persia, is another example.
Third Sunday of Lent
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John’s account of the cleansing of the temple is placed at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry, unlike the synoptic gospels which place it near his passion. There are many explanations for this.
Second Sunday of Lent
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The first reading is shocking, especially for parents. Who in their right mind would worship a God who demanded the blood sacrifice of the longed-for and promised child?
First Sunday of Lent
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Mark tells us very little about Jesus’ time in the wilderness. All we know is that he was there for forty days with wild beasts, was tempted by Satan and looked after by angels.
Saint of the Month: St Josephine Bakhita
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A native of Darfur (now in western Sudan), St Josephine Bakhita is remembered on 8 February.