Stella Maris Roman
Catholic Church

When our lives are centered in the Lord, we have all we need. He who sends us into the world to proclaim the good news, gives us the...

Today’s gospel (Mt. 9:9-13) imparts a certain sense of comfort and joy to all. Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him and welcomes sinners in...

Jesus is our great deliverer. As with the demoniacs (Mt. 8:28-34), so with us. He enters our lives to set us free from any force or...

Our Lord has given His promise that the “gates of the netherworld shall not prevail” against the Church He has built (Mt. 16:18). The...

A healthy tree bearing good, sweet, ripe fruit is a joy to behold. However, happiness comes from picking and eating the fruit to one’s...

When we seek first the kingdom of God, then all other things are added to our lives. These words are often sung but may not be as evident...

The maxim, ‘In unity there is strength’ is useful for today’s reflection. The workforce that pulls together to achieve the organisation’s...

What do people desire when they encounter Christians? Anyone can say kind words and do good deeds. These are not primarily what is sought...

There is a spiritual ‘chain’ in the ministry of evangelization. The Father sends Jesus, who in turns sends each of us (Jn. 13:20). We are...

When we choose to pay attention to the Lord revealing Himself in our daily activities, good and bountiful things happen. John begins...

The Disciples recognised the Lord in the breaking of bread and in His explanation of the law and prophets (Lk. 24:35-48). We are the...

Every time the narrative of Jonah is presented (Jon. 3:1-10), it never fails to fascinate me. Two points cause me to be amazed: it takes...

“Lose yourself in Me, and you will find yourself. Lose yourself in me, and you will find new life.” This beautiful line from one of our...

When parents are grounded in love for each other and for God, they not only bring life into the world, but also groom their children to...

Every Disciple who is “summoned and sent” (Mk. 6:7) represents the One in whose name and authority each individual acts. Therefore, the...

An example of how the ‘ancient’ scripture applies to every generation is evident in today’s readings. “We must consider how to rouse one...

True conversion begins with an encounter, and is sustained with new vision and insight. We see these truths in the conversion of Paul...

Evangelisation is the catalyst for real growth in the Church. As we look into the signs of the times, every believer has to not only...

When we ponder the answers to the various questions concerning Jesus, do we then have the courage to live out the implications of our...

God made us. We, like the Angels, are ‘wired’ to glorify Him and let His glory known. Jesus called His Disciples to get to know Him, and...