Homilies

    THEME: The mercy of God shall follow me all my days (Psalm 23:6). (Acts 2:42-47; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31) One sure way to rouse up our faith is to put our faith into works. We all know that if we don’t use a muscle, it begins to weaken. As we cannot separate heat from … Continue reading 2ND SUNDAY OF EASTER (DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY), APRIL 19, 2020.

THEME: VICTORY OVER DEATH (Acts 10:34, 37-43; Colossians 3:1-4; John 20:1-9) The resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ from death was a reality. This was the defining moment of Christianity. He conquered death and gave us the chance to live again in grace.  (1 Cor. 15:14), tells us that if Jesus Christ had not risen … Continue reading EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 2020

THEME: “I THIRST” - FOR YOUR LOVE (Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Hebrew 4:14-16; 5:7-9; John 18:1-19:42) Good Friday commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Based on the details of the canonical gospels, the Crucifixion of Jesus was most probably on a Friday (John 19:42). As a result of this, Christians since the first century observe every Friday … Continue reading GOOD FRIDAY – CELEBRATION OF THE LORD’S PASSION. APRIL 10, 2020

THEME: THE CHARACTER OF JUDAS- A BETRAYER (Isaiah 50:4-7; Philippians 2:6-11; Matthew 26:14-27, 66) Palm Sunday signals the beginning of the Holy Week. On this day, we observe the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Jesus today, amidst cheers from the crowds rode into the city on a donkey. People lined the streets as He … Continue reading PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2020

Dear Parishioners,  The Mother of Mercy Parish Finance Committee would like to thank you for the prompt and overwhelming response from our Parish Community.   Through your generosity, the Mother of Mercy Parish has received $29,255.00 in donations from Parishioners to date, with $8,500.00 in pledges that are still expected to be donated in the … Continue reading MOTHER OF MERCY FUNDRAISING (St. Leo’s Mortgage)

THEME: DO YOU BELIEVE? (Ezekiel 37:12-14; Romans 8:8-11; John 11:1-45) Today’s reading is dominated by the theme of resurrection and after life. Ezekiel in the first reading prophesies of the day when the Lord will raise the remnants of Israel from the graves and return them into their own soil.  Paul picks up the theme … Continue reading 5TH SUNDAY OF LENT, MARCH 29, 2020

The coronavirus (COVID-19) presents unprecedented challenge. As a church we are called to be a source of love, peace, hope and stability in uncertain times. We are using new ways to proclaim the gospel, to be community of faith in the midst of fear, confusion and inconveniences. Private celebration of the Holy Eucharist on daily … Continue reading HOW CAN WE HELP OUR PARISH SURVIVE THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

THEME: LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE ON US OH LORD, THAT WE MAY SEE (1 Samuel 16:1,6-7,10-13, Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9.1-41) The ability to rejoice amidst sorrowful circumstances is only possible for the person of faith, the individual who is granted the privilege of seeing things from God’s perspective.  In the First Reading, Samuel was sent … Continue reading 4th SUNDAY OF LENT, MARCH 22, 2020.

THEME: LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE ON US OH LORD, THAT WE MAY SEE (1 Samuel 16:1,6-7,10-13, Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9.1-41) The ability to rejoice amidst sorrowful circumstances is only possible for the person of faith, the individual who is granted the privilege of seeing things from God’s perspective.  In the First Reading, Samuel was sent … Continue reading 4th SUNDAY OF LENT, MARCH 22, 2020.

DIOCESE OF SAINT JOHN  One Bayard Drive Saint John, NB E2L 3L5  Canada Tel (506) 653-6802 · Fax (506) 653-6859  March 17, 2020  To the Catholic faithful of the Diocese of Saint John,  Upon the recommendation of New Brunswick's health authorities aimed at limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and in the best interest … Continue reading WEEKDAY MASSES AND UPDATE