Faith Hope and Love

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. Year A - Sunday, March 29, 2026

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. Year A - Sunday, March 29, 2026
Readings for Sunday, 29/3/2026
FIRST READING: Isa 50:4-7
Ps 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24. "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?"
SECOND READING: Phil 2:6-11
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Phil 2:8-9). Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ, king of endless Glory. Christ became obedient for us, even to death. Dying on the cross. Therefore God raised him on high, and gave him a name above all other names.
GOSPEL: Matt 26:14 – 27:66 or 27:11-54

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Holy Week has begun. Let us be immersed into the drama of Holy Week, so that Jesus, who gave absolutely everything for us out of divine and overflowing love and self-giving, will bring us through this and every trial and sin, all injustices and tragedies, into the new life of Christ, and a renewed, deeper faith and commitment to His good news, to His values, so wonderfully and perfectly lived out in His life and death and resurrection.

He gives us life and life to the full.
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Jesus, the humble, the self-sacrificing, the compassionate, loving King of justice, mercy and peace.

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References:

Pope Francis. Homily. Palm Sunday, 2017. https://zenit.org/articles/palm-sunday-we-have-no-other-lord-but-him-full-text/ © Libreria editrice vaticana 2017.

Fr Paul W. Kelly

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Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au
To contact Fr. Paul, please email: [email protected]

To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks
Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog:

"Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly

Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL)

Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA)

"The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers.

Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993). (Sydney Australia).

"Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020.

Lenten Hymn: "Have Mercy" Inspired by Psalm 50(51). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2020.

Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly.
Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser.

Editing equipment: NCH software - MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software

NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 12.44

Sound Processing: iZotope RX 6 Audio Editor

[ Production - KER - 2026]

May God bless and keep you.
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Fifth Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 22, 2026 (EPISODE: 576)

Fifth Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 22, 2026
(EPISODE: 576)
Readings for 5th Sunday of Lent A
FIRST READING: Ezekiel 37:12-14
Psalm 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8. "With the Lord, there is mercy and fullness of redemption."
SECOND READING: Romans 8:8-11
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 11:25a+26). Glory and Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ! I am the Resurrection and the life, says the Lord. Whoever believes in me will not die forever.
GOSPEL: John 11:1-45 - Raising Lazarus

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It's no wonder that the Church believes so powerfully in the reality of the sacraments, in which we can touch, taste, smell, see and hear the power of Christ working through them. Surely it's only divine love that can truly fill us with the fullness of life again and raise us up to life eternal. Drawn near.
Embraced. Healed. Forgiven.
Included. And always loved.
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References:
Fr Paul W. Kelly

Doyle, D. (2020). This Poem Gives Such A Great Perspective On How Powerful and Yet Tender Our Lord Is! [online] FaithHub. Available at: https://faithhub.net/dan-doyle-lazarus-poem/ [Accessed 7 Feb. 2020].
References:
Fr Paul W. Kelly

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Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au
To contact Fr. Paul, please email: [email protected]

To listen to my weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks

Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog:

"Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly

Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL)

Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA)

"The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers.

Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993). (Sydney Australia).

"Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020.

Lenten Hymn: "Have Mercy" inspired by Psalm 50(51). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2020.

Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly.
Microphones: - Sennheiser MK4 Cardioid Condenser; and Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser.

Editing equipment: NCH software - MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software

NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 12.44

Sound Processing: iZotope RX 6 Audio Editor

[ Production - KER - 2026]
May God bless and keep you.

Fourth Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 15, 2026 (EPISODE: 575)

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Readings for Sunday, 15 March 2026
FIRST READING: 1 Sam 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a
Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6. "The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want"
SECOND READING: Eph 5:8-14
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 8:12). Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ. I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life.
GOSPEL: John 9:1-41 – Man Born Blind
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GOSPEL THIS WEEKEND
[The homily this week will be given by Fr Bradley Davies, Associate Pastor of Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish].

Perhaps make some important decisions now. Not so that it's too hard or too easy, but even reflect on the last few weeks of Lent. What does it look like Jesus is trying to do in your life, so that in three weeks time, you will be ready to celebrate the season of the resurrection, which isn't just about experiencing a banquet or relaxation of penances, but is meant to be a time of interior conversion, where Jesus makes you transformed to live more in his presence.
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References:
Fr Bradley Davies
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Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog:

"Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly

Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL)

Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA)

"The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins Publishers.

Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993). (Sydney, Australia).

"Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly, 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020.

Lenten Hymn: "Have Mercy" Inspired by Psalm 50(51). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2020.

Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly.
Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser.

Editing equipment: NCH Software - MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software

NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 12.44

Sound Processing: iZotope RX 6 Audio Editor

[Production - KER - 2026]

May God bless and keep you.
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Third Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 08, 2026 (EPISODE: 574)

Readings for Sunday, 8th March, 2026
FIRST READING: Exod 17:3-7
Ps 95:1-2, 6-7b, 7c-9. "If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts."
SECOND READING: Rom 5:1-2, 5-8
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. John 4:42+15). Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ. Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the World. Give me living water, that I may never thirst again.
GOSPEL: John 4:5-42 – Samaritan Woman

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Jesus' example shows us, again, that the solution to division and disagreement is compassion, respect, listening, healing, and lovingly being open to the fullness of vision, and doesn't stand on narrow refusal to have a meeting of mind and heart.
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References:
Fr Paul W. Kelly;

The Samaritan Woman Reconsidered. Kindle Edition. Eli Lizorkin-Eyzenberg (Author), Pinchas Shir (Editor), Ludmila Lizorkina (Editor). ISBN: 1713300362. December 1, 2019;

Gutiérrez, G. and Dees, C. (1997). Sharing the Word through the liturgical year. 1st ed. Maryknoll: Orbis Books.

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Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au
To contact Fr. Paul, please email: [email protected]

Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog:

"Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly

Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL)

Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA)

"The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers.

Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993). (Sydney Australia).

"Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020.

Lenten Hymn: "Have Mercy" Inspired by Psalm 50(51). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2020.

Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly.
Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser.

Editing equipment: NCH software - MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software

NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 12.44

Sound Processing: iZotope RX 6 Audio Editor

[ Production - KER - 2026]

May God bless and keep you.
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Mass - Second Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 1, 2026 (EPISODE: 573)

Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish - Weekly Parish Mass - podcast of Eucharist, including readings, prayers, homily)

Second Sunday of Lent. Year A - Sunday, March 1, 2026
(EPISODE: 573)

Readings for Sunday, 5 March 2023
FIRST READING: Gen 12:1-4a (diff)
Ps 33:4-5, 18-19, 20+22. "Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you."
SECOND READING: 2 Tim 1:8b-10
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. Matt 17:5). Glory and Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ! From the shining cloud, the Father's voice was heard. This is my beloved Son, hear him.
GOSPEL: Matt 17:1-9 – Transfiguration

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May the light of Christ expose all those dark and false areas of our lives, things that distract and misdirect us, things that lead us away from the light of God's love, lead us away from the self-forgetting service of Christ. After all, this is our calling, this is the gift God gives us, and this is our final destiny, to be with God in Jesus, who is light from light.
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Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au
To contact Fr. Paul, please email: [email protected]

Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog:

"Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly

Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL)

Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA)

"The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers.

Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993). (Sydney Australia).

"Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020.

Lenten Hymn: "Have Mercy" Inspired by Psalm 50(51). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2020.

Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly.
Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser.

Editing equipment: NCH software - MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software

NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 12.44

Sound Processing: iZotope RX 6 Audio Editor

[ Production - KER - 2026]

May God bless and keep you.