I am deeply grateful to those who support me in my desire to live fully as a priest.
priests
high ideals
If you took all the events recorded in the gospels and allocated hours to them (eg. wedding feast at Cana one day, Sermon on the Mount half a day, Jesus' encounter with...
pray for priests
Each month Pope Francis invites the people of the world to join him in praying for a particular intention presenting a brief video to extend his invitation. This month,...
a day in the life
It has been a full and satisfying day of priestly ministry for me here in the Hurunui. Early this morning I drove the hour north to Cheviot for Mass with the locals....
priests@prayer
A few times each year priests of the regions of the Christchurch diocese meet to reflect, discuss and pray together. These regional meetings hear from and report to the...
priests are sinners
In 1984 as a seminarian I spent three months on pastoral placement in the parish of Pukekohe, South Auckland. It was a very good experience for me. I recall attending a...
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living abundantly
I’m in Auckland this week offering sessions for anyone who is interested. I hope to see you. Share the word and bring a friend.
moving ahead
The discipline of daily writing keeps me alert to the presence and action of Jesus in my life every day.
the seekers
If the Magi had settled for seeking creature comforts, they would never have encountered the Lord.
truth seeking
A faith that is deeply rooted in friendship with Christ is adult and mature. It is this friendship that opens us up to all that is good
a conversation
a podcast conversation between Siân Owen RSJ, Merv Duffy SM & John O’Connor