Reflections - Deacon Bob Hartman

September 11, 2026

Forgiveness and Freedom: Reflection for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Forgiveness and Freedom stand at the heart of the readings for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, inviting us to move from resentment into healing.…

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Nova Scotia lighthouse at dusk symbolizing Labour Day Christian reflection on reconciliation and responsible love.

Walking with Jesus

September 4, 2026

Christian Reflection on Responsible Love and Reconciliation: Shine the Light

This Christian reflection on responsible love and reconciliation invites us to hear God’s voice with open hearts. “If today you hear his voice, harden not…

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A hopeful watercolor landscape showing two pilgrims walking a winding path toward a sunlit wooden cross, symbolizing the journey toward the cross.

Encountering the Presence of God

August 30, 2026

Facing What We Fear: A Journey Toward the Cross

This Sunday places us on a journey toward the cross, where Christ leads us through fear into trust. The readings for the 22nd Sunday in…

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Modern sunrise with diverse people and Christ figure — reflection on trust, identity, and mission

Walking with Jesus

August 23, 2026

“Who Do You Say That I Am? Trust, Identity, and Mission in Today’s World”

Who do you say that I am? This Sunday’s readings draw us into one of the most decisive moments in the Gospel — a moment…

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Encountering the Presence of God

August 16, 2026

God’s Mercy Beyond Boundaries — 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

God’s Mercy Beyond Boundaries is the heart of this Sunday’s readings, revealing a God whose mercy knows no limits. The prophet Isaiah announces: “My house…

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“Finding God in the Whisper and the Storm – Elijah and Peter”

Encountering the Presence of God

August 8, 2026

Finding God in the Whisper and the Storm

3 ways of Finding God in the Whisper and the Storm In today’s readings, we explore how we can Find God in the Whisper…

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Watercolour landscape illustrating God’s abundant love.

Encountering the Presence of God

August 1, 2026

Come, Be Fed: God’s Abundant Love in a Hungry World

The readings for this Sunday invite us into a simple but life‑changing truth: God’s abundant love is constant and meant to be shared. Isaiah, Paul,…

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Encountering the Presence of God

July 25, 2026

Treasures Worth Seeking: A Reflection for July 26, 2026

Today’s readings invite us to look honestly at what we pursue — and whether those pursuits lead us toward God or away from Him. In…

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Encountering the Presence of God

July 18, 2026

Seeds of the Kingdom: Living and Seeing God’s Presence in Our World

This Sunday’s readings build upon those of last weekend when we were challenged to be good soil, to let God's word grow in our hearts,…

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Encountering the Presence of God

July 15, 2026

Seeds of New Life in a Groaning World

When the world feels weighed down by conflict, division, and uncertainty, Scripture reminds us that God’s word is alive and still bearing fruit . Isaiah,…

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