Rejoice! The Word, “the light that darkness could not overpower…the true light that enlightens” all is here among us. Stand in awe and gratitude that Jesus, our Saviour “was made flesh” and dwelt among us. And He is still here among us. See Him in the faces of the seven or more billion people who [...]
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The line to see Jesus
I returned to T&T last weekend feeling a bit sad that so many of those whom I met while I was away, wished me “Happy Holidays” when we parted. However, my heart was lifted when, on my return, I opened an e-mail from Maureen Arneaud and accessed a YouTube link to the song: Where is the [...]
Christ and corruption totally incompatible
“At this time, there are too many scandals and injustices, too much corruption and greed, too many errors and lies, too much violence which leads to misery and to death.” “Every people wishes to understand the political and economic choices which are made in its name. They perceive manipulation and their revenge is sometimes violent.” [...]
A season for giving things, and more
Catholics as well as other citizens of all different religious persuasions are outstanding for their generosity in giving and sharing with the less privileged and less fortunate during this period of Advent and preparation for Christmas. Thousands of hampers are being prepared for the needy in parishes, groups and service organisations during the season. A [...]
Eliminating violence against women
“Violence against women is perhaps the most shameful human rights violation, and it is perhaps the most pervasive. It knows no boundaries of geography, culture or wealth. As long as it continues we cannot claim to be making real progress towards equality, development and peace” (Kofi Annan). The mission of the Catholic Church in Trinidad [...]
‘You did it to me’
It is significant to note that Respect For Life Week ended shortly before the Feast of Christ the King, today. Last week, through CCSJ’s various activities and those planned e.g. at parish and school levels, we all had an opportunity to reflect on ways in which we are promoting, protecting and enhancing life at all [...]

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