News from the Church in Malta
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
We are a nation that loves the home. Rightly so, for marvellous stories are woven within its four walls: stories of delightful families, stories of great generosity; incredible stories of parents sacrificing everything for their children, particularly when a child has special needs; stories of heroism in the face of a grave illness…
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
On the occasion of the national feast of Our Lady of Victories, that we Maltese celebrate on the 8th September, the liturgical feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin, we would like to share with you some of our thoughts about the housing situation in our country…
Every year, on the Second Sunday of Lent, the Church proclaims the Gospel narrative of Christ and his three chosen disciples, that took place on a high mountain. We call this event the experience of the Transfiguration.
The Gospel according to Saint Mark narrates that “Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves; and he was transfigured before them, and his garments became glistening, intensely white”…
The General Election is an important event in the life of Maltese society. We will be choosing whom to trust with the leadership of our country for the coming years.
This great responsibility demands from us sound preparation so that we will be able to make an informed decision.
This responsibility also demands that we vote according to our conscience, which means that in front of God we recognize what is right and true, and therefore choose what is truly beneficial for the common good and for a just society…
“Rise and do not be afraid” (Mt 17, 7). These are the words that Jesus told his disciples – Peter, James and his brother John – following his experience on Mount Tabor. They witnessed his glory; they heard the voice of the Father about Jesus: “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the ground, and were filled with awe. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Rise and do not be afraid” (Mt 17, 5-7)…
Dear Christian brethren,
At the start of Holy Lent 2015, and in preparation for the journey we shall make together during this time, I wish to share this short message with each and every one of you.
On one occasion, the Pharisees and Scribes questioned Jesus as to why his disciples were not fasting…
