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Back in February when Rory and I visited John in the Bon Secours Hospital, he spoke to us about the readings and hymns he wanted for his funeral. These readings from the Word of God express something of John’s faith, Continue reading The Supreme Advantage – Homily for the Funeral of Father John Fitzpatrick SAC→

Born 18/02/1943; First Consecration 12/09/1963; Ordination 21/06/1969; Died 23/08/2025. “I believe nothing can happen that will outweigh the supreme advantage of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.” (Phil 3:8) 00:00 – Opening Hymn 01:40 – Introduction & Gifts symbolising aspects of Continue reading Father John Fitzpatrick SAC R.I.P.→

For a son has been born for us, a son has been given to us, and dominion has been laid on his shoulders; and this is the name he has been given, ‘Wonder-Counsellor, Mighty-God, Eternal-Father, Prince-of-Peace’ Isaiah 9:5

Bishop Seamus Freeman SAC 1944-2022

Who am I and  why should I be favoured?  Why should I be honoured with a visit from the Mother of my Lord, Mother of the Word Incarnate? She comes as I wait upon the Word of God at the Continue reading AS I LAY UPON MY BED (Silence of the Word)→

“The WORD is near to you, it is on your lips and in your hearts…” I suggested to the people at Mass that we close our eyes and go to that place in our hearts where the Word of God Continue reading Embers of Yesterday’s Fire→

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