Pentecost is a remarkable occasion that holds profound meaning for believers around the world. It encompasses a multitude of themes – a time of renewal, new beginnings, and the courage bestowed upon the first Christian community. In the book of Acts, we witness how Pentecost invigorated the apostles, inspiring them… Continue reading
Please join us as we celebrate the launch of a remarkable book “Journeying Together” that sheds light on the experiences of caregivers for individuals with dementia. Written by Growing Old Grace-fully trustee Deacon Joe Cortis, in collaboration with Pia Matthews, this poignant work gives voice to those who tirelessly care… Continue reading
Our country has a new King! He became King when his mother died last year. At Growing Old Grace-fully we cebrated his mother’s 70th Jubilee in 2022 with several tea parties. One of GOG’s aims is to celebrate older age. In honouring Queen Elizabeth ‘s Jubilee we celebrated her faith and… Continue reading
Journeying Together is a book co-written by Deacon Joseph Cortis, who is a trustee of Growing Old Grace-fully and Pia Matthews from St Mary’s University, that offers practical information and hints on how to accompany someone with dementia. This book is an indispensable resource for those caring for a loved… Continue reading
The Pope’s Message for Lent 2023 “Our Lenten Journey is ‘Synodal’” Click the link to the Pope’s Message For Lent 2023. Cafod Lenten Resources Cafod has published a wealth of resources for Lent including reflections on the stations of the cross and many other prayers and resources. Lenten Webinars The… Continue reading
Last week I met a dear friend for lunch. She is in her late eighties and lately she has struggled with health issues, including a few falls, the latest causing a broken wrist – a particular handicap for her as she is a writer. She repeatedly tells us that growing… Continue reading
Lent is a time of prayer, alms giving and fasting and in doing this it also gives us the opportunity to take stock. Life has a funny way of teaching us what truly matters at the end of the day. As time goes by, I grow in deeper awareness that… Continue reading
God of Hope God of hope,we cling to you,for your renew the face of the earth. Through the gift of your Son,our Lord Jesus,we follow you on the path of dawn. Enlightened by your love and wisdom,help us to lead each otherand all creaturesback to your open arms.Amen. Rachel McCarthy/CAFOD… Continue reading
This year the season of Advent is as long as it possibly can be with the first Sunday of Advent starting on November 27th. Now in the second week of Advent, we continue to prepare for the appearance of Jesus as a tiny baby born in very challenging circumstances. His… Continue reading
Prayer is a special activity we can do with the children in our lives, deepening our relationship with them, and their connection with God. Prayer is a conversation with God. It need not be formal and there are no rules, so whether the child you would like to pray with… Continue reading
