Pope Francis will consecrate Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, March 25.

The ceremony will take place in St. Peter’s Basilica during the Celebration of Penance at which Pope Francis will preside. The Holy Father has invited bishops throughout the world to join in the act of consecration. Bishop Brendan will preside at the weekly Lenten Stations of the Cross in the Cathedral this Friday at 5.15 pm during which he will lead us in the prayer of consecration of Ukraine and Russia to Our Blessed Mother.  Pray for peace.

Bishop Leahy - The commitment to Ukraine in terms of giving and prayer, must continue. The light of hope will ultimately overcome darkness. Just as the Lenten experience.”

Maybe this brief glimpse of Jesus in all his glory is also meant for us today. Perhaps we too need to be encouraged and strengthened by Jesus, especially as we continue our journey through Lent.

“I alone cannot change the world. But I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” – Mother Teresa

As we grow in holiness, knowledge of our faults disturbs us more........

In today's Gospel Jesus is asking us to put our own house in order before trying to reform others. This is surely an appropriate invitation to all of us as we are about to begin the Holy season of Lent.

We ask parents/guardians who are planning their child's baptism to read the attached leaflet as preparation for the holy sacrament.

By following the example of Jesus we are asked to offer each other the hand of peace, reconciliation and forgiveness. Somebody has to have the courage to take the first step to stop the violence.