As we received the ashes on our foreheads, we were reminded that Lent is a time for reflection, renewal, and drawing closer to God.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Lenten journey, a season where we are called to pray, fast, and show kindness to others. The ashes are a sign of humility, reminding us to turn our hearts toward God and live with love, compassion, and forgiveness.

Throughout Lent, we are invited to think about how we can grow in faith, make small sacrifices, and be a light to those around us. Whether through prayer, helping others, or making thoughtful choices, each step brings us closer to Jesus.

May this Lenten season be a time of growth, grace, and renewal for us all.

Jubilee Year

What was  Jesus' own mission to bring Jubilee? 

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus makes clear his own mission is to bring Jubilee. In the synagogue at Nazareth he reads from the scroll of the prophet Isaiah, proclaiming the year of the Lord's favour:

The Spirit of the Lord has been given to me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor, to proclaim liberty to captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, and to proclaim the Lord's year of favour." (Luke 4:18-19)

After reading, Jesus announces: “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." Jesus shows us what God's Kingdom of justice, compassion and

freedom looks like. He invites us to join him in making it a reality.

Liturgical Year

Lent Week 2 Kua Whakahoutia Transformed- What small actions did you as a family do last week that helped to restore hope in our world? We are called to be agents of change in our communities. We can pray this week to be transformed on our Lenten spiritual journey.