Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Padraig Corcoran, a member of the Oblate Mission with Youth Team. 

In today's Gospel, Jesus is confronted with a difficult question: "Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?" His opponents hope to trap Him, but Jesus responds with wisdom: "Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God."

Jesus reminds us that while we have responsibilities in society, our deepest allegiance belongs to God. Just as the coin bears the image of Caesar, each one of us bears the image of God. Image and likeness of God. Therefore, we are called not only to fulfil our civic duties but also to offer our lives, hearts, and actions to the Lord.

This Gospel invites us to examine what we are giving to God. Do we reserve only a small part of ourselves for Him, or do we allow Him to shape our decisions, relationships, and priorities? Faith is not something separate from daily life; it should influence how we live, work, serve, and treat others.

Today, may we remember that we belong to God. Created in His image and loved by Him, may we offer Him the gift of our whole selves, trusting that true freedom and purpose are found in living according to His will.

In a world full of influencers who is our greatest?

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Padraig Corcoran, a member of the Oblate Mission with Youth Team. 

In today's Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the tenants in the vineyard. The owner sends servants to collect the fruit, but the tenants reject and mistreat them. Today we mark International Children's Day and the Global Day of Parents what did the owner do, he sends his beloved son, thinking they will respect him, but they kill him as well 

This parable reminds us of God's persistence, love and patience. Throughout history, God has reached out to His people through prophets and, ultimately, through His Son, Jesus. Yet the Gospel challenges us to ask: How do we respond when God speaks to us? Do we welcome His voice, or do we resist the changes He asks of us?

The vineyard has been entrusted to us. God invites us to bear fruits of justice, compassion, forgiveness, and faith. The good news is that even when humanity rejects Him, God's plan of salvation continues. The stone rejected by the builders becomes the cornerstone.

Today, let us open our hearts to Christ, receive Him with trust, and allow our lives to produce the fruits that glorify God and serve others. Amen.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today by Sarah Braid, a member of the Oblate Parish of St Joseph's, Colwyn Bay.

Today's gospel is from the Holy Gospel according to the Gospel of John Chapter 19, verses 25 to 34.

In the midst of this horrific moment, Jesus's words are deeply tender.

So even when he's dying, he creates for eternity. He wants the community. He asks us to care.

This is very important in life to be there for people. Stand calmly and be present. And we can remember Christ's constant call to care for one another, and especially in moments of suffering.

Thanks for joining us this morning. 

Good morning and welcome to the Oblate time of prayer and reflection today written by Mary Tyrrell.

This passage is still pertinent today. Just as the disciples faced fear and uncertainty, millions of people around our world are feeling fearful, confused, anxious, and uncertain about the future. You might be one of them. There are so many threats to life, to health, to relationships and basic human needs. Dramatically we’re told Jesus,“came and stood among them and said  ‘Peace be with you”. These words convey more than just the absence of conflict; they remind the troubled disciples and us that God’s presence brings reassurance, and restoration to any situation.Jesus meets the disciples in their fear and transforms it into joy. We definitely need more Jesus in our hearts and world. We are called to be a presence of peace wherever we are. When I was a lot younger, I remember I travelled to London to take part in an anti war demonstration.We didn’t stop the war but I have always been happy, and quietly proud, that I took part in that march.

Thanks for joining us today.