Reflections of the Day
"Which will love him more?"
What fuels extravagant love? Unbounding gratitude for sure! No one who met Jesus could do so with indifference. They were either attracted to him or repelled by him. Why did a rabbi invite Jesus to a nice dinner and then treat him discourteously by neglecting to give him the customary signs of respect and honor? Simon was very likely a collector of celebrities. He patronized Jesus because of his popularity with the crowds. Why did he criticize Jesus' compassionate treatment of a woman of ill repute - most likely a prostitute? The Pharisees shunned the company of public sinners and in so doing they neglected to give them the help they needed to find healing and wholeness.

Why did Jesus put the parable of the two debtors before his learned host, a rabbi and teacher of the people? This parable is similar to the parable of the unforgiving official(see Matthew 18:23-35) in which the man who was forgiven much showed himself merciless and unforgiving. Jesus makes clear that great love springs from a heart forgiven and cleansed. "Love covers a multitude of sins" (1 Peter 4:8), "for love is of God" (1 John 4:7).

During his three years of public ministry Jesus traveled widely. Luke tells us that a band of women accompanied Jesus and the twelve apostles (Luke 8:1-3). This was a diverse group of women; some came from rich and prominent families; some had been prostitutes, and others had been afflicted with mental and physical infirmities. We know that Mary Magdalene had lived a very troubled life before Jesus freed her from seven demons. She was privileged to be the first to see Jesus as the risen Lord. As the wife of King Herod's chief financial officer, Joanna was a wealthy lady of the court. It's unlikely that these two would have ever met under other circumstances. What brought them together and united them in a bond of friendship, service, and loyalty to Jesus? Certainly Jesus and his message of the kingdom of God had transformed them. Unlike the apostles, who took great pride in being the chosen twelve, these women did not seek position or demand special privileges. Jesus had touched them so deeply that they were grateful to do anything for him, even menial service. They brought their gifts and resources to Jesus to use as he saw fit.

Are you more like the status-conscious apostles who were concerned for their position, or like the women who were content to serve Jesus quietly and generously with their personal resources? In our fallen state, our natural tendency is to want to be served and placed first and to avoid giving too much of ourselves to the service of others. And besides, who really prefers to take the lowly place of a servant who puts the needs of others before their own needs? Jesus is our best example who "came not to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom" for us (Matthew 20:28).

The gospel honors these women who imitated Jesus in his selfless sacrificial love and humble service. Do you know the joy of serving Jesus in company with others who love and serve him willingly?

We Pray:
"Lord Jesus, fill my heart with love and gratitude for the mercy you have shown to me and give me joy and freedom to love and serve others with a generous spirit."
Parish News
 Kindergarten Jumble Sale

The Kindergarten will be having their jumble sale on the 15 & 16 June. Your generous support will be appreciated.

 

 Priestly Ordination of Deacon Bernard Wee - 21 Jun 2013 7pm

Priestly Ordination-Deacon Bernard Wee will be ordained Priest by his Grace Archbishop William Goh on Friday 21 June 2013 at 7.00 pm. in the
Main Church.

All are invited to this event.

In view of this occasion, there will be no evening Mass at 6.00 pm.

 

 Triduum Mass on 23 May 2013

Triduum Mass was celebrated on 23 May 2013. Here are some of the pictures taken.

Photo Gallery


 

 RCIA New Faith Journey - 11 June 2013

The Priests of the Parish together with the RCIA Team welcome inquirers and baptised Catholics to join us in the new faith journey starting on Tuesday, 11 June 2013 at 7.45pm in the parish hall.

Please click here to download the relevant forms.

All completed forms can be submitted to the Parish Office in church or emailed to rciaht@gmail.com

We look forward to the new journey of faith with all who are interested.

The RCIA Team

 

 Please like our new Facebook Page!

We have launched our church's facebook page. Please like our facebook page and help spread the word with friends and fellow parishioners.

 

 
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Announcements

Simei NCC- Rosary Prayer

Date/Time; Thurs 20 June @8.00 pm Venue; Blk 244 Simei St.5 #11-38 (home of Henry & Lily Chandra) Enquiry: Daniel Tan (97522402)

Holy Family Rosary Devotion 17 June to 23 June

17 June to 23 June at the home of Jeffson & Abigael Sy Venue; Blk 150, Simei St.1, #03-07 For enquiries: James @ 9880 5080

Humanitarian Forum & Fair 2013

Charis is organizing Humanitarian Forum & Fair 2013 on 22 June and a Concert(Dancing Rice by the Cambodian disabled performers) in Singapore Polytechnic on 21 & 22 Jun. For tickets to concert at $30 & $50 and details, please contact CANA@ 6336 4815/6336 4467 or call 6338 0182 to register for Forum & Fair.

Landings, Church of the Holy Spirit - 17 Jun 2013

Landings - will commence on Mon 17 June at the Church of the Holy Spirit as a process of welcoming returning Catholics ?way?from the Church. This activity will run for 10 Weeks ending on 25 Aug. Interested participants need to register, as groups have to be formed. Call Tony at 9688 0920 or email: returning@landings.org.sg before registration closed on 11 June.

Caritas Singapore

Caritas Singapore wish to express their appreciation to all who have given in the recent Charity Week 2013. A total donation of $143,921.00 was received from our Parishioners. God bless you.

Catholic News - Job Posting

Catholic News paper of Singapore Archdiocese - Looking for people with experience and Diploma in journalism and preferably knowledge of Catholic Church to fill the space of Reporter/ Sub-editor. Please send full resume,expected salary and samples of published work to: cncareer@catholic.org.sg

Singapore Pastoral Institute

Check out the difference between Catholics, Orthodox and the Protestants in their practices & beliefs. Organized by Singapore Pastoral Institute. Date & Time: 21 Jun @ 8.00 pm / 23 Jun @12.00 pm Venue: CAEC, 2 Highland Rd To register: admin@catholicspi.org or call 6858 3011

English In Camp - Mission Trip by Clare's Missionary

English In Camp - Mission Trip by Clare's Missionary to have leisure & entertainment besides English lessons. Venue: Kiulu, Sabah Date: 8-12 Aug 2013 For more info, call 96207768 or email: claresmissionary@gmail.com.

Mission Trip to Tagaytay

Mission Trip to Tagaytay(Philippines)-Organized for young adult aged between 20 and 35 yrs by Verbum Dei Missionaries to meet the Physical & Spiritual needs of the people of Tagaytay. Dates: 29 Sept to 5 Oct 2013. Email: verbumdeispore@yahoo.com.sg or Contact Sr Sandra Seow @ 9793 2605 for more details.