Today’s readings show us how the relationship between the Pope and Jesus brings to fulfilment its prefigurement in the relationship of the Royal Steward to the Kingdom of David.

Word document: Year A 21st Sunday

Pdf document: Year A 21st Sunday

Fr Robert Barron’s video below explains why Christians need a Pope:

For a more in depth treatment, Scott Hahn has a beautiful and biblical explanation of the Papacy here.

Also, the movie, God’s not Dead is still showing at Innaloo and Morley.  Session times for Innaloo for tomorrow are 11:00, 4:30, 6:15.  If anyone wants to join us for the 6:15 session, please let me know!  Movie review here.

We also need to join Bishop Anthony Fisher of Parramatta’s prayer crusade for Christians being martyred for their faith in Iraq and Syria.  Fast, pray, go to Adoration and read the article in The Australian here.  And translate your prayers into action here with a donation!