Fr Rory Writes

“Two important events on the way ahead”

The first one is at St Wilfrid’s but unfortunately it is very soon.  “The Celebrations for my Birthday and my Jubilee” which I deeply appreciate; were a distraction from this most important event.  It is a mass for the Sacrament of Healing.  In the past the focus of attention was on extreme unction; the primary tag “in danger of death”.   Also in confessions, now the sacrament of reconciliation has now replaced the emphasis upon confessions of mortal sins.  Now is the time and is a great opportunity to begin again with the focus on pardon and peace, healing and forgiveness.

The second event is at St George’s on Saturday morning with the Requiem Mass; a service of remembrance for our loved ones, our treasured memories and an important window to highlight our Gardens of Remembrance.