The Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Year A – (episode 563) The Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Year A – (episode 563) Homily: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Year A - - Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 3:2-6, 12-14; - Responsorial Psalm. 127:1-5. R. Happy are those who fear the Lord and walk in his ways. - Colossians 3:12-21; - Gospel Acclamation. Colossians 3:15, 16 (JB). Alleluia, alleluia! May the peace of Christ rule in our hearts, and the fullness of his message live within you. Alleluia! - Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 Stock illustration Shutterstock licensed image - ID: 586044503 – "Holy family of Jesus, Mary and St Joseph the worker." Artistic abstract religious design. By Thoom. +++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly http://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_20060707_levada-valencia_en.html MY DAILY VISITOR REFLECTION, December 26th. Holy Family. stock illustration Shutterstock licensed image - ID: 586044503 – "Holy family of Jesus, Mary and St Joseph the worker." Artistic abstract religious design. By Thoom. +++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic. Blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email paulwkelly68@gmail.com Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog: ."Faith, Hope and Love, A time of Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul W. Kelly Texts used in this programme are for worship and prayer for listeners wherever you are. Prayers and chants are taken from the English Translation of the Roman Missal, edition three, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the Liturgy. Scriptures are from the New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, by the National Council of Churches of Christ, USA. , //adaptations to conform with Catholic liturgical norms, © 2009, by the same. [{selected psalms } - ***Psalm verses are (also) taken from "The Psalms: A New Translation" ©1963, The Grail (England), published by Collins. **] Prayers of the Faithful are adapted from Robert Borg's 1993 book " Together we pray." Published in Sydney Australia By E.. Dwyer. (out of print). { "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" -published 2011, Composed and Sung by Jeffrey M. Ostrowski Featuring the. loria, The Creed, The Kyrie, The Mass parts, Psalms: http://www.ccwatershed.org/chabanel/ ]]] ] COPYRIGHT @ 2018 CORPUS CHRISTI WATERSHED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. https://www.ccwatershed.org/vatican/Ralph_Sherwin_Videos/ "Faith, Hope and Love" theme Hymn: Words, based on 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, set to original music © 1996 by Paul W. Kelly. For more details, please visit http://homilycatholic.Blogspot.com.au Contact us at paulwkelly68@gmail.com Production by KER (Kelly Enterprises Resources) 2025 May God bless and keep you.

The SOLEMNITY of the Nativity of the Lord. Year ABC - December 25, 2025 (EPISODE- 562) https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/VzYw4OVpQx7I5eGyPVfV/first-century-palestine-a-serene-depiction-of-holding-a-newborn-child-also-bathed-in-light-joseph-st?ru=Paul-Evangelion The SOLEMNITY of the Nativity of the Lord. Year ABC - December 25, 2025 (EPISODE- 562) Readings for December 25, 2025 - The Feast of the Nativity of the Lord. Year ABC FIRST READING: Isa 9:1-6 Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 11-12, 13. "Today is born our saviour, Christ the Lord." SECOND READING: Titus 2:11-14 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 2:10-11). Alleluia, alleluia! Good news and great joy to all the world. Today is born our Saviour, Christ the Lord. GOSPEL: Luke 2:1-14 +++ Amidst all this joy and hope, worry and messiness is indeed news of extraordinary joy and amazing wonder and significance. Joy (and news) to be shared by everyone - of every time and place! +++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly (1) **Alain de Botton. "The Course of Love -By: ISBN: 9781501134517 - Penguin Books: 20th June 2017. Image Credit- Shutterstock Licensed. Stock Vector ID: 1220902873 - Biblical vector illustration series, nativity scene of The Holy Family in stable. Vector Contributor: rudall30 Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog: "Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly Roman Missal, 3rd edition, 2010, (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. "The Psalms" by The Grail - 1963, 2009. Prayers of the Faithful - Robert Borg "Together we pray" - (1993). St. Ralph Sherwin Gloria - written and sung By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. 2011 ccwatershed.org. Christmas Hymn - "Word Made Flesh" by Paul W. Kelly. Based upon: John's Gospel 1:14, 1 John 4:9, & Isaiah 9:2, 6, 7. (Written on 8/5/20; 10/9/20). Arranged and sung by Stefan Kelk, with adjusted lyrics. 2020. https://www.airgigs.com/user/stefankelk Traditional hymns: O Holy Night (Vocal Duet), Joy to the World (Choir), Away in a Manger (Choir), performed by the Bobby Cole Chamber Choir, licensed via Shockwave-Sound.com (https://www.shockwave-sound.com) [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

4th Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 21, 2025 (EPISODE-561 ) Image Credit: Shutterstock Licensed. Stock Photo ID: 1417111835 - FLORENCE, ITALY - JANUARY 11, 2019: Altarpiece of Saint Joseph the Worker, by Pietro Annigoni in the Basilica di San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy. Editorial Use Only.Photo Contributor - Zvonimir Atletic 4th Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 21, 2025 (EPISODE-561 ) Readings for Sunday, December 21, 2025 - 4th Sunday of Advent - A FIRST READING: Isa 7:10-14 Ps 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6. "Let the Lord enter, he is king of glory" SECOND READING: Rom 1:1-7 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Matt 1:23). Alleluia, alleluia! The virgin will give birth to a son; his name will be Emmanuel: God-is-with-us. Alleluia! GOSPEL: Matt 1:18-24 Image Credit: Shutterstock Licensed. Stock Photo ID: 1417111835 - FLORENCE, ITALY - JANUARY 11, 2019: Altarpiece of Saint Joseph the Worker, by Pietro Annigoni in the Basilica di San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy. Editorial Use Only.Photo Contributor - Zvonimir Atletic ++++ Please listen to the audio recordings of the Mass – (Readings, prayers, and homily), for the 4th Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 21, 2025, by clicking this link here: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (EPISODE-561) +++++ Special Reflection by Seminarian Oliver Bajon: My name is Oliver Bajon, and this is the fourth Sunday of Advent homily. It is my great honour and privilege to be delivering this homily, as Father Paul has asked me to deliver it. I'm a first-year seminarian with the Holy Spirit Seminary in Banyo, and I'm currently on my pastoral placement here in Surfers Paradise. Make us ready to receive Emmanuel, so that Christ may dwell among us and within us. Amen. +++++ References: Seminarian Oliver Bajon Image Credit: Shutterstock Licensed. Stock Photo ID: 1417111835 - FLORENCE, ITALY - JANUARY 11, 2019: Altarpiece of Saint Joseph the Worker, by Pietro Annigoni in the Basilica di San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy. Editorial Use Only.Photo Contributor - Zvonimir Atletic Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul's homily mail-out by sending an email to this address: Subscribe to mailing list to keep up-to-date. Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog: "Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly "O Come. Lord. (Advent) HYMN" - In Memory of Paolo Mario (Paul) Giacomantonio (1968-2020). By Paul W. Kelly. Based on the Ancient church "O Antiphons" of Advent. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics, by Stefan Kelk, 2020. Quiet reflection music and hymn - Original musical composition by William John kelly (1942-2017) Lyrics based on the Song of Praise by the Three Young Men, The Book of Daniel 3:24-9. By Paul kelly. Arranged and sung, and with adapted lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2021 [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. Extra Text: unspoken for Advent: - Roman Missal, 3rd edition, 2010, (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. "The Psalms" by The Grail - 1963, 2009. Prayers of the Faithful - Robert Borg "Together we pray" - (1993) .+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

3rd Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 14, 2025 (EPISODE-560 ) https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/nUBzMcQrLphpScjnINRj/john-the-baptist-baptises-jesus-in-the-river-jordan?ru=Paul-Evangelion 3rd Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 14, 2025 (EPISODE-560 ) Readings for Sunday, December 14, 2025 - 3rd Sunday of Advent - A FIRST READING: Isa 35:1-6a, 10 Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10. "Lord, come and save us" SECOND READING: Jas 5:7-10 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Isa 61:1 (cited in Lk 4:18)). Alleluia, alleluia! The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he sent me to bring the Good news to the poor. Alleluia! GOSPEL: Matt 11:2-11 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/nUBzMcQrLphpScjnINRj/john-the-baptist-baptises-jesus-in-the-river-jordan?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ The Kingdom is about sheltering and including the stranger, the outsider, and showing real mercy, patience, respect and care, showing true care, compassion and active assistance. All who follow Christ are urged to be patient, diligent and open. In the meantime, we're called to live and practice the values of God's Kingdom, patience, reverence, hope, service, and all in harmony, avoiding complaining about one another and not getting caught up in factions or rivalries or particular disputes. Waiting and working for the coming of the Lord who is coming to save us. +++++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly Gutiérrez, G. and Dees, C. (1997). Sharing the Word through the liturgical year. 1st ed. Maryknoll: Orbis Books. Pilch, J. (1995). The Cultural World of Jesus. SUNDAY BY SUNDAY, CYCLE A. Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press. Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/nUBzMcQrLphpScjnINRj/john-the-baptist-baptises-jesus-in-the-river-jordan?ru=Paul-Evangelion Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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 "O Come. Lord. (Advent) HYMN" - In Memory of Paolo Mario (Paul) Giacomantonio (1968-2020). By Paul W. Kelly. Based on the Ancient church "O Antiphons" of Advent. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics, By Stefan Kelk, 2020. Quiet reflection music and hymn - Original musical composition by William John kelly (1942-2017) Lyrics based on the Song of Praise by the Three Young Men, The Book of Daniel 3:24-9. By Paul kelly. Arranged and sung, and with adapted lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2021 [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. Extra Text : unspoken for Advent: - Roman Missal, 3rd edition, 2010, (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. "The Psalms" by The Grail - 1963, 2009. Prayers of the Faithful - Robert Borg "Together we pray" - (1993) .+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

2nd Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, December 7, 2025 (EPISODE-559) https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/y14DqEqW9MkbA6yiJQaH/john-the-baptist-thin-and-ascetic-with-unkempt-hair-and-curly-unbrushed-hair-and-tattered-clothes-ma?ru=Paul-Evangelion 2nd Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday,December 7, 2025 (EPISODE-559 ) Readings for Sunday,December 7, 2025 - 2nd Sunday of Advent - A FIRST READING: Isa 11:1-10 Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17. "Justice shall flourish in his time, and fullness of peace forever" SECOND READING: Rom 15:4-9 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 3:4+6). Alleluia, alleluia! Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: all people shall see the salvation of God. Alleluia! GOSPEL: Matt 3:1-12 Conversion, repentance, lives of justice, compassion, practical assistance to the needy, and above all love, are the only right paths to God's kingdom. The Lord is indeed coming, he will not delay, and he must find us awake and alert and busy about the Father’s work. ++++++++++ Fr Paul W. Kelly Gutiérrez, G. and Dees, C. (1997). Sharing the Word through the liturgical year. 1st ed. Maryknoll: Orbis Books. #Link, M. (1992). Vision - PRAYING SCRIPTURE IN A CONTEMPORARY WAY. Year A. Allen, Tex.: Tabor Pub. P.20. ISBN: 0883474328 Pilch, J. (1995). The Cultural World of Jesus. SUNDAY BY SUNDAY, CYCLE A. Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press. **"Alfred Nobel". 2019. En.Wikipedia.Org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfred_Nobel **https://www.ozy.com/flashback/the-newspaper-error-that-sparked-the-nobel-prize/40007/ Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/y14DqEqW9MkbA6yiJQaH/john-the-baptist-thin-and-ascetic-with-unkempt-hair-and-curly-unbrushed-hair-and-tattered-clothes-ma?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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 "O Come. Lord. (Advent) HYMN" - In Memory of Paolo Mario (Paul) Giacomantonio (1968-2020). By Paul W. Kelly. Based on the Ancient church "O Antiphons" of Advent. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics, By Stefan Kelk, 2020. Quiet reflection music and hymn - Original musical composition by William John kelly (1942-2017) Lyrics based on the Song of Praise by the Three Young Men, The Book of Daniel 3:24-9. By Paul kelly. Arranged and sung, and with adapted lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2021 [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. Extra Text : unspoken for Advent: - Roman Missal, 3rd edition, 2010, (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. "The Psalms" by The Grail - 1963, 2009. Prayers of the Faithful - Robert Borg "Together we pray" - (1993) .+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

1st Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, November 30, 2025 (EPISODE-558) Image: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/vgXHw10mPrdDDAf3hZ5M/jesus-christ-returns-in-glory-at-the-last-judgement?ru=Paul-Evangelion 1st Sunday of Advent - A - Sunday, November 30, 2025 (EPISODE-558) Readings for Sunday, November 30, 2025 - 1st Sunday of Advent - A FIRST READING: Isa 2:1-5 Ps 122:1-2, 3-4a, 4b-5, 6-7, 8-9. "Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord" SECOND READING: Rom 13:11-14 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Ps 85:8). Alleluia, alleluia! Lord, show us your mercy and love, and grant us your salvation. Alleluia! GOSPEL: Matt 24:37-44 ++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly Brown, R., Fitzmyer, J. and Murphy, R. (1993). The New Jerome Bible handbook. Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press. Image: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/vgXHw10mPrdDDAf3hZ5M/jesus-christ-returns-in-glory-at-the-last-judgement?ru=Paul-Evangelion 1st Sunday of Advent - A (Sunday, November 30, 2025) (EPISODE-558) ____ In the Name of the Father (+) and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The Lord be with you. [Presider blesses the wreath with the sprinkling of holy water, using these words]: As we begin our Advent Journey, in preparation for Christmas, We bless this Advent Wreath. May the sprinkling of this water remind all of us gathered here of our first sharing in the grace of baptism. During this time of Advent may we prepare for the Lord's coming with open hearts and minds. May this wreath be a symbol to us (+) of this time of prayerful watching and waiting For the coming of the Lord. {Presider now blesses the wreath and sprinkles it with holy water} • We now light the candle for the 1st Sunday of Advent. The "Prophet's Candle" Symbol of Hope. Reminding us that Jesus is coming. {Presider takes taper and lights first candle on Advent wreath} · Lord Jesus your coming was proclaimed by the prophets of old. Lord Have Mercy. · Lord Jesus, call us to lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armour of light. Christ Have Mercy. · You instruct us to STAY AWAKE, for our salvation is near at hand. Lord, Have Mercy. (No Gloria during the Advent season). Collect: Let us Pray…. ++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++++++ Ps 122:1-2, 3-4a, 4b-5, 6-7, 8-9. "Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord" GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Ps 85:8). Alleluia, alleluia! Lord, show us your mercy and love, and grant us your salvation. Alleluia! Memorial Acclamation 1. We proclaim your Death, O Lord, and profess your Resurrection until you come again. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ PREFACE: Advent I Eucharistic Prayer II (theme variation: 1) (pre+post variation: v1-long) ++++ {Cheers and thanks everyone for this time of prayer and reflection - I hope you have a blessed week.} Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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 Theme Hymn - "O Come. Lord. (Advent) HYMN" - In Memory of Paolo Mario (Paul) Giacomantonio (1968-2020). Music by Paul W. Kelly. Words based on the Ancient church "O Antiphons" of Advent. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics, By Stefan Kelk, 2020. Quiet reflection music and hymn - Original musical composition by William John Kelly (1942-2017) Lyrics based on the Song of Praise by the Three Young Men, The Book of Daniel 3:24-9. By Paul kelly. Arranged and sung, and with adapted lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2021 [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you.

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. -Year C - Sunday, 23 November 2025 (EPISODE: 557) Readings for Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.- Year C FIRST READING: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Psalm 122:1-2, 3-4a, 4b-5. “Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord” SECOND READING: Colossians 1:12-20 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Mark 11:9b+10a). Alleluia, alleluia! Blessed is he who inherits the Kingdom of David our father. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. GOSPEL: Luke 23:35-43 Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/a3yhf6TNfcFfHP2Tm1RH/christ-the-king-of-the-universe?ru=Paul-Evangelion References: Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly **Brief Prayers for Busy People. Author: Bruce D Prewer. ISBN 978- 1- 62880- 090- 6). Web site www.acresources.com.au ## Kym Harris, a Benedictine nun from Tanby near Rockhampton. On "Celebrating Jesus' authority." Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/a3yhf6TNfcFfHP2Tm1RH/christ-the-king-of-the-universe?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year C - Sunday, 16 November 2025 (EPISODE: 556) Readings for Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C FIRST READING: Malachi 3:19-20a Psalm 98:5-6, 7-8, 9. “The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice” SECOND READING: 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 21:38). Alleluia, alleluia! Lift up your heads and see; your redemption is near at hand. GOSPEL: Luke 21:5-19 Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/8Y7pZjogIQe3rqIM8vq0/jesus-foretells-the-destruction-of-the-jerusalem-temple-by-the-romans-in-70-ad?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++++++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly My Daily Visitor reflections, Nov/Dec, 2010 Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/8Y7pZjogIQe3rqIM8vq0/jesus-foretells-the-destruction-of-the-jerusalem-temple-by-the-romans-in-70-ad?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ {17. Thanks everyone, and have a grace-filled and compassion-filled week.} 3. Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Lateran Basilica Dedication Feast -Year C - Sunday, 9 November 2025 (EPISODE: 555) Readings for Lateran Basilica Dedication Feast- Year C FIRST READING: Ezek 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 Ps 46:1-2, 4-5, 7-8. “The waters of the river gladden the city of God.” SECOND READING: 1 Cor 3:9b-11, 16-17 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (2 Chronicles 7:16). Alleluia, alleluia! I have chosen and sacntified this house, says the Lord, that my name may remain in it for all time. GOSPEL: John 2:13-22 https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/4pLo66et9NUHhOan9Z9R?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++++ The Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, 9th of November. The Lateran Basilica, the Cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, was dedicated to Christ the Saviour in the 4th century. The anniversary has been celebrated as a feast of the Latin Church on this day since the 12th century. It honours the local Church of Rome and its link with the earliest Christian traditions and as a sign of our communion in Christ. +++ Each of us is a living stone, building up the church on the foundations of Jesus. Today's feast is as much a celebration of a magnificent physical structure, but even more so as our unity as Christians in the church. We also celebrate our vocation to stay focused on the church's mission, which is the building up of the kingdom of God. +++++ References: FR. PAUL W. KELLY – including pilgrimage notes 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basilica_of_St._John_Lateran Prepare the Word (internet service) IMAGE: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/4pLo66et9NUHhOan9Z9R?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++++++++ {16. I pray this week brings you an ever deeper experience of Our Lord's compassion and love} 2. Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

All Souls Day -Year C - Sunday, 2 November 2025 (EPISODE: 555) Readings for All Souls Day- Year C FIRST READING: Isaiah 25:6-9 Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14. “The Lord is my light and my salvation” SECOND READING: Romans 5:5-11 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 6:39). Alleluia, Alleluia! This is the will of my Father, says the Lord, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given to me, and that I should raise it up on the last day. GOSPEL: Luke 7:11-17 or John 20:11-18 +++++ References: Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly Image Credit: Shutterstock Licensed. All Souls Day Year C -(Sunday, 2 November 2025) (EPISODE: 555 ) 2. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. +++++++++++++ {{Joy and peace to everyone}} welcome everyone, we gather - Listen to God's Word and contemplate the sacraments. On this All Souls Day ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul’s homily mail-out by visting here: https://surfersparadiseparish.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=85b9ddd594b242276d423bfe9&id=002282d9e0 Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The Solemnity of All Saints - (Special) 2025 Readings for THE LITURGY OF THE WORD First Reading: Revelation 7:2-4. 9-14 Psalm: Ps 23:1-6 "Lord, this is the people that longs to see your face." Second Reading: 1 John 3:1-3 Gospel Acclamation: Matthew 11:28 Come to me all you that labour and are burdened, and I will give you rest, says the Lord. Gospel: Matthew 5:1- 12 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/OzQufYsohHPKMYOzeBLp?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly Gutiérrez, G. and Dees, C. (1997). Sharing the Word through the liturgical year. 1st ed. Maryknoll: Orbis Books. Pp. 278-9 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/OzQufYsohHPKMYOzeBLp?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the homily audio podcast, please click this link here. NB - It is often a week or so Ahead: 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. [ Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you.

Readings for Sunday, October 26, 2025 - Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C FIRST READING- Sir 35:15-17, 20-22 Ps 34:1-2, 16-17, 18+22. “The Lord hears the cry of the poor” SECOND READING- 2 Tim 4:6-8, 16-18 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 18:9-14). Alleluia, alleluia! God was in Christ to reconcile the world to himself, and the Good News of reconciliation he has entrusted to us. GOSPEL- Luke 18:9-14

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. World Mission Day -Year C - Sunday, 19 October 2025 (EPISODE: 552) Readings for Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. World Mission Day- Year C FIRST READING: Exodus 17:8-13 Psalm 121:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8. “Our help is from the lord, who made heaven and earth” SECOND READING: 2 Timothy 3:14—4:2 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Hebrews 4:12). Alleluia, alleluia! The Word of God is living and active. It probes the thoughts and motives of our heart. GOSPEL: Luke 18:1-8 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/rrfa8RDi1DGERjYkuyC4?ru=Paul-Evangelion "However, we will never grow weary in prayer, and our faith will never falter if, after we have offered to God our prayers and requests, we add the perfect ending to every prayer as shown by the example of Christ's own prayer life and teaching… by always ending every prayer with: "however, not my will be done, O Lord, but yours!"## +++++ References: ##THE DAILY STUDY BIBLE SERIES. REVISED EDITION. THE GOSPEL OF LUKE. WILLIAM BARCLAY. THE WESTMINSTER PRESS. PHILADELPHIA. 1975 **THE DAILY STUDY BIBLE SERIES. REVISED EDITION. THE LETTERS TO TIMOTHY, TITUS, AND PHILEMON. WILLIAM BARCLAY. THE WESTMINSTER PRESS. PHILADELPHIA. 1975 Fr Paul W. Kelly ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ PREFACE: Ordinary 5 Eucharistic Prayer 2 (theme variation: theme 3 ) (post version: v1-long) ++++ {13. Cheers and thanks everyone for this time of prayer and reflection - I hope you have a blessed week.} 3. Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul’s homily mail-out by visting here: https://surfersparadiseparish.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=85b9ddd594b242276d423bfe9&id=002282d9e0 Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Master's Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per the recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Homily: Twenty-eighth Sunday of the Year. Year C - Sunday, 12 October 2025 Readings for Sunday, October 12, 2025 - Twenty-eighth Sunday of the Year. Year C FIRST READING: 2 Kgs 5:14-17 Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4. "The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power" SECOND READING: 2 Tim 2:8-13 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 17:11-19). Alleluia, alleluia! For all things, give thanks to God because this is what he expects of you in Christ Jesus. GOSPEL: Luke 17:11-19 Image - https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/4Oy6DrQDrAl9ablzLfEZ/jesus-heals-the-ten-lepers?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ Please listen to the audio-recordings of the Mass – (Readings, prayers and homily), for Twenty-eighth Sunday of the Year. Year C - Sunday, October 12, 2025, by clicking this link here: XXXXXXXXXXXXX (EPISODE- 551) +++++ PROLOGUE: From the most ancient times, including the time of Abraham and Moses, right through to the time of Christ's disciples, one of the most important things for a true disciple was to continue to have and to foster a humble, grateful and remembering heart. It is right and it is just that we, in word and action, are people who always and everywhere give the Lord thanks. ++++++++++++++++++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly MISSION 2000 – PRAYING SCRIPTURE IN A CONTEMPORARY WAY. YEAR C. BY MARK LINK S.J. – SHARING THE WORD THROUGH THE LITURGICAL YEAR. GUSTAVO GUTIERREZ. Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/4Oy6DrQDrAl9ablzLfEZ/jesus-heals-the-ten-lepers?ru=Paul-Evangelion +++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure MV5 Digital Condenser (USB) 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 - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, October 5, 2025 (EPISODE-550) Readings for Sunday, October 5, 2025 - Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C FIRST READING: Hab 1:2-3, 2:2-4 Ps 95:1-2, 6-7ab, 7c-9. "If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts." SECOND READING: 2 Tim 1:6-8, 13-14 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 17:5-10). Alleluia, alleluia! The word of the Lord stands forever. It is the word given to you - the good news. GOSPEL: Luke 17:5-10 Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/AX2hQSlcASW9HzpFJbA1/the-attentive-male-servant-faithfully-serves-his-master-food-as-the-master-sits-at-the-table-first-c?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ Please listen to the audio-recordings of the Mass – (Readings, prayers and homily), for Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, October 5, 2025, by clicking this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/faith-hope-and-love-27c-ordinary-time-2022-episode-550/s-bFmKMwpnbuk (EPISODE- 550) This image of the servant-disciple is put forward by our Lord as the ideal image of how we should see our calling as disciples, to be servants with tasks in relation to God and God's kingdom. Rather than any sense of entitlement, reward, or even the idea that we can somehow earn or merit God's love, or that God should thank us for doing what's merely necessary in our wonderful task of building up God's kingdom and for giving unceasing thanks to God for what is rightfully God's. And what is rightfully God's is everything. +++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly SHARING THE WORD THROUGH THE LITURGICAL YEAR. GUSTAVO GUTIERREZ. Living Liturgy – Homily reflection notes. Prepare the Word, reflections 2013. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure MV5 Digital Condenser (USB) 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 - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, September 28th 2025 - (EPISODE- 549) Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/lmwSv0xvzDELX91rsxKO/lazarus-was-comforted-in-the-arms-of-abraham-in-heaven-and-a-large-uncrossable-divide-separated-them?ru=Paul-Evangelion Readings for Sunday, September 28th 2025 - Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C FIRST READING: Amos 6:1a, 4-7 Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10. "Praise the Lord, my soul!" SECOND READING: 1 Tim 6:11-16 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 16:19-31). Alleluia, alleluia! Jesus Christ was rich but he became poor. To make you rich out of his poverty. GOSPEL: Luke 16:19-31 ++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly SHARING THE WORD THROUGH THE LITURGICAL YEAR. GUSTAVO GUTIERREZ. Fr. John Fuellenbach, SVD, (Rome), Sabbatical Lectures 2007. Rome. (Notes of Paul Kelly) A BOOK OF GRACE-FILLED DAYS. BY ALICE CAMILLE. (2010) Image Credit- https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/lmwSv0xvzDELX91rsxKO/lazarus-was-comforted-in-the-arms-of-abraham-in-heaven-and-a-large-uncrossable-divide-separated-them?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure MV5 Digital Condenser (USB) 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 - 2025] May God bless and keep you

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year C - Sunday, 21 September 2025 (EPISODE: 548) Readings for Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C FIRST READING: Amos 8:4-7 Psalm 113:1-2, 4-6, 7-8. “Praise the Lord, who lifts up the poor.” SECOND READING: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. 2 Corinthians 8:9). Alleluia, alleluia! Jesus Christ was rich but he became poor. To make you rich out of his poverty. GOSPEL: Luke 16:1-13 or 16:10-13 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/g78BDUh8BEd5Nlg2iDKo?ru=Paul-Evangelion (EPISODE: 548) +++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly; *https://bibleproject.com/podcast/finding-meaning-in-the-parables/ - ; %%Barclay, W. (1975). The Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/g78BDUh8BEd5Nlg2iDKo?ru=Paul-Evangelion Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C -(Sunday, 21 September 2025) (EPISODE: 548 ) 3. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (or/ The Lord be with You) +++++++++++++++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul’s homily mail-out by visting here: https://surfersparadiseparish.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=85b9ddd594b242276d423bfe9&id=002282d9e0 Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you.

Exaltation of the cross -Year C - Sunday, 14 September 2025 (EPISODE: 547) Readings for Exaltation of the cross- Year C FIRST READING: Num 21:4b-9 Ps 78:1-2, 34-35, 36-37, 38. “Do not forget the works of the Lord.” SECOND READING: Phil 2:6-11 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION ((no bibl. ref.)). Alleluia, Alleluia! We adore you, O Christ and we praise you, because by your cross you have redeemed the world! GOSPEL: John 3:13-17 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/prV7OXUEYjhGLpQIBP6Q/a-family-kneeling-in-prayer-before-the-crucifix?ru=Paul-Evangelion Jesus believed so completely in the needs and protection of everyone… even those most on the margins…. and put his whole life on the line to ensure it….. this power is stronger than all others…. and we celebrate the love and care of God revealed in this most contradictory sign … of victory and love…. Through the Cross..! +++++ REFERENCES: - FR. PAUL W. KELLY - [1] MONASTERY OF CHRIST IN THE DESERT. ABBOT’S HOMILY. [Abbots Homily, Christ in the Desert - The Monastery of Christ in the Desert Homily posted on September 10 2014. The Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2014. Cycle ABC. 2014] – ++++++ Exaltation of the cross Year C -(Sunday, 14 September 2025) (EPISODE: 547 ) 2. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ PREFACE: Eucharistic Prayer 2 (theme variation: theme 2 ) (post version: v2-long) ++++ {8. Bless you all and May God's grace guide you each and every day of this week.} 2. Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to the weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul’s homily mail-out by visting here: https://surfersparadiseparish.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=85b9ddd594b242276d423bfe9&id=002282d9e0 Details 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). Sung "Mass in Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - In memory of William John Kelly (1942-2017) - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. “Quiet Time.” Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. “Today I Arise” - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick’s Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure Motiv MV5 Digital Condenser. And (2024+) Rode Nt-1 + AI-1 Sound Mixer. Editing equipment: -- MixPad Multitrack Studio Recording Software v10.49 (NCH Software). NCH – WavePad Audio Editing Software. Masters Edition v 17.63 (NCH Software) Sound Processing: iZotope RX 10 Audio Editor (Izotope Inc.) Text transcription as per recorded podcast version is transcribed by TurboScribe.ai {excellent and accurate transcription from voice to text} [Production - KER - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, September 7, 2025 (EPISODE- 546) Readings for Sunday, September 7, 2025 - Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C FIRST READING: Wis 9:13-18 Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14+17. "In every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge" SECOND READING: Philemon 9b-10, 12-17 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 14:25-33). Alleluia, alleluia! Let your face shine on your servant. And teach me your laws. GOSPEL: Luke 14:25-33 Image Credit: https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/MFsuVOloqv16nfawPBjS?ru=Paul-Evangelion How wonderful are God's ways, well worth staying on this difficult path. ++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly ## Barclay, William. 1975. The Daily Study Bible – Luke's Gospel. Edinburgh: St Andrew Press; ^^Barclay, William. 1975. The Letters Of Timothy, Titus And Philemon. Edinburgh: Saint Andrew Press; SHARING THE WORD THROUGH THE LITURGICAL YEAR. GUSTAVO GUTIERREZ Image Credit: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C (Sunday, September 7, 2025) (EPISODE- 546) Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (or/ The Lord be with You) +++++++++++++ {{Shalom (peace)}} welcome everyone, we gather - Reflect upon the Holy Scriptures and the values of the Lord. Coming together as brothers and sisters in Christ, let us prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries by recalling our sins and remembering Christ's greater mercy. Lord Jesus, you are mighty God and Prince of peace. Lord have mercy// You are Son of God and the Son of Mary. Christ have mercy// You are Word made flesh, the splendour of the Father. Lord have mercy. May Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins, and bring us to everlasting life. Amen. Memorial Acclamation 2. When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again. PREFACE: Sundays III EP II (theme variation: full) (pre+post variation: v1-long) ++++ {my heartfelt thanks for your participation in this time of reflection, prayer and praise.} Father's Day blessing - And may almighty God bless you all, the Father, and the Son, + and the Holy Spirit. R. Amen. Dismissal: + Go forth, the Mass is ended. ++++++++ 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: RODE NT-USB MINI 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 - 2025] May God bless and keep you.

Readings for Sunday, August 28, 2022 - Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C FIRST READING: Sir 3:17-20, 28-29 Ps 68:3-4, 5-6a, 9-10. "God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor" SECOND READING: Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 14:1, 7-14). Alleluia, alleluia! Take my yoke upon you. Learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart. GOSPEL: Luke 14:1, 7-14 https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/bif4r2McJfSMK23gKagm/first-century-palestine-a-grand-dinner-with-people-all-trying-to-take-the-seats-of-honour?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++ References: Fr Paul W. Kelly https://creator.nightcafe.studio/creation/bif4r2McJfSMK23gKagm/first-century-palestine-a-grand-dinner-with-people-all-trying-to-take-the-seats-of-honour?ru=Paul-Evangelion ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com 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). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. Sound Engineering and editing - P.W. Kelly. Microphones: - Shure MV5 Digital Condenser (USB) 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 - 2025] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ [ Production - KER - 2022] May God bless and keep you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++