I understand the influence of many great artists and musicians, but that does not mean I will purposely listen to their music. I really like Abba. I really like Donna Summers. I really like Neil Diamond. I really like the Bee Gees. So today’s news saddens me. Robin Gibb is dead. Well, we knew it was coming. The battle was not going so well. Still, there is only one of the four brothers left. There are sisters too. Hang on there Barry.
To all the family and friends of the Brothers Gibbs: “May God’s peace be upon you. May the Lord guide and comfort you through this. Amen.”
Monday, 21 May 2012
Missionaries of the Poor founder Father Ho Lung in Trinidad
Yesterday I saw a future saint.
My 3 year old (#4) has the flu. So my wife and I spilt up for Mass. She did an early morning in St Anthony’s with children #1 &3 and I did a late evening at Saint Finbar’s with child #2. Still, we both encountered father Ho Lung of the Missionaries of the Poor. Yes he was in both places. He is visiting Trinidad. Next weekend there will be several performances of his Reggae Opera “Isiah”
Now Trinidad is not a stranger to famous people. Just two years ago we had a multitude of political leaders when the “Summit of the Americas” and the “Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting” both took place in Trinidad. While Queen Elizabeths visit was low key, it was a big deal for many that Barack Obama was here. I was impressed by someone who was not a part of any meeting but who came to get international support for his World Eco agenda: The former French President Sarkozy.
We have had rock stars an actors, hip hop artists and great athletes. I have been impressed with only a few over the years and wish that I was of age when they came to visit: Haile Salasie and John Paul II.
But let us get back to Father Ho Lung. He told us many stories of great faith and love. But what I loved the most was his offer: “Buy a plane ticket and come to Jamaica.” He Said “When you get there, we will have people pick you up and we will give you a place to stay and meals to eat. Free!” Well, the freeness comes with a catch, “We need people to help serve the poor.” If you have never been offered such a great gift, here it is: An opportunity to do what Christ instructed us to do – Feed His lambs.
He says that in his 31 years in this ministry they have over five hundred and fifty brothers and many sisters in nine missions throughout the world. His ministry is blessed. He is blessed too. He says he has been invited now to open a mission in China.
If you are interested in what father Ho Lung is about and you haven’t seen his programme on EWTN you can check out his website: www.missionariesofthepoor.org
The website states:
This is what being Catholic is about. God bless you Father.
My 3 year old (#4) has the flu. So my wife and I spilt up for Mass. She did an early morning in St Anthony’s with children #1 &3 and I did a late evening at Saint Finbar’s with child #2. Still, we both encountered father Ho Lung of the Missionaries of the Poor. Yes he was in both places. He is visiting Trinidad. Next weekend there will be several performances of his Reggae Opera “Isiah”
Now Trinidad is not a stranger to famous people. Just two years ago we had a multitude of political leaders when the “Summit of the Americas” and the “Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting” both took place in Trinidad. While Queen Elizabeths visit was low key, it was a big deal for many that Barack Obama was here. I was impressed by someone who was not a part of any meeting but who came to get international support for his World Eco agenda: The former French President Sarkozy.
We have had rock stars an actors, hip hop artists and great athletes. I have been impressed with only a few over the years and wish that I was of age when they came to visit: Haile Salasie and John Paul II.
But let us get back to Father Ho Lung. He told us many stories of great faith and love. But what I loved the most was his offer: “Buy a plane ticket and come to Jamaica.” He Said “When you get there, we will have people pick you up and we will give you a place to stay and meals to eat. Free!” Well, the freeness comes with a catch, “We need people to help serve the poor.” If you have never been offered such a great gift, here it is: An opportunity to do what Christ instructed us to do – Feed His lambs.
He says that in his 31 years in this ministry they have over five hundred and fifty brothers and many sisters in nine missions throughout the world. His ministry is blessed. He is blessed too. He says he has been invited now to open a mission in China.
If you are interested in what father Ho Lung is about and you haven’t seen his programme on EWTN you can check out his website: www.missionariesofthepoor.org
The website states:
We welcome lay volunteers to come and join us in our work and welcome all to join our spirituality and prayer life. Our mission is to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ primarily by works of mercy and secondarily through liturgy, preaching, music, teaching and sacraments.
There are many ways you can participate in the ministry of the Missionaries of the Poor. Many men and women visit our missions and work alongside our Brothers in daily care for the poor. Others help organize events and contribute their professional knowledge and expertise.
This is what being Catholic is about. God bless you Father.
Saturday, 19 May 2012
Bye Donna Summer .... Be with God!
63 years old. Gone too soon. Another victim to cancer. Almost all her fans know her story:
Born LaDonna Adrian Gaines on December 31st 1948
Born and Grew up in Boston Massachusetts
One of Seven Children
Grew up singing Gospel – started singing in church at ten
Sang in a blues rock band, and moved to New York
Worked in theatre – musical “Hair”
Moved to Munich, Germany and then to Vienna Austria to continue working in theatre
She released her first single in 1972
In 1974, she married Austrian actor Helmuth Sommer and had a daughter, Mimi, the following year.
They divorced but she kept his last name and anglicized it
She later married Bruce Sudano and the couple had two daughters
She had a mezzo-soprano vocal range,
was a five-time Grammy Award winner.
Summer was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the U.S. Billboard chart
In the mid 80’s she became a born again Christian
In 1994, Summer released a gospel-influenced Christmas album called Christmas Spirit. In which she did some original songs, cover songs and classic christmas songs such as "O Holy Night", "Joy To The World", and "O Come All Ye Faithful". In 1999, She released a live album of her VH1 Concert “Donna Summer Live and More Encore. The album featured "I Will Go with You (Con te partirò)" The concert show itself showed her as still relevant to VH1 Viewers. Having the second highest ratings for the network after their Christmas show.
Below is her song from 1984.. Forgive me!
Born LaDonna Adrian Gaines on December 31st 1948
Born and Grew up in Boston Massachusetts
One of Seven Children
Grew up singing Gospel – started singing in church at ten
Sang in a blues rock band, and moved to New York
Worked in theatre – musical “Hair”
Moved to Munich, Germany and then to Vienna Austria to continue working in theatre
She released her first single in 1972
In 1974, she married Austrian actor Helmuth Sommer and had a daughter, Mimi, the following year.
They divorced but she kept his last name and anglicized it
She later married Bruce Sudano and the couple had two daughters
She had a mezzo-soprano vocal range,
was a five-time Grammy Award winner.
Summer was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the U.S. Billboard chart
In the mid 80’s she became a born again Christian
In 1994, Summer released a gospel-influenced Christmas album called Christmas Spirit. In which she did some original songs, cover songs and classic christmas songs such as "O Holy Night", "Joy To The World", and "O Come All Ye Faithful". In 1999, She released a live album of her VH1 Concert “Donna Summer Live and More Encore. The album featured "I Will Go with You (Con te partirò)" The concert show itself showed her as still relevant to VH1 Viewers. Having the second highest ratings for the network after their Christmas show.
Below is her song from 1984.. Forgive me!
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Ad Multos Anos Father Julien.... 25 years as a priest
Today celebrates 25 years of Priestly ordination of Father Doctor Gabriel Julien.
Ad multos Anos Father and My God continue to bless you in your ministries....
Ad multos Anos Father and My God continue to bless you in your ministries....
Sunday, 13 May 2012
So I watched "the Rite"
Well, I saw the movie "The Rite" yesterday. My wife watched it with me. It was showing on cable in the day. If it wasn't for the daylight she would not have even passed near the TV. The movie dealt with exorcisms.
My brother used to be part of a Catholic pray group that prayed for the priest as he was doing battle. It was he who brought home a book by a pentecostal pastor on exorcisms. A very comical look of events that took place during exorcisms. The most difficult thing he said was getting the demon to say his name. Once that was done it was easy getting him out. Then, the trick was to keep him from returning with his friends.
I wish I could remember the name of the book. In one chapter the author dealt with good spirit possessions. Those spirits were not exorcised.
It was in this light that I saw an ad in Faith and Family Magazine for a book called "Interview with an Exorcist". It was written by a Catholic Priest. I ordered it. It was an interesting book but not at all entertaining. It was very theological. I wonder who has my copy now?
So, I watched the "Rite". I enjoyed it. Jesus won in the end. An important lesson to know.
My brother used to be part of a Catholic pray group that prayed for the priest as he was doing battle. It was he who brought home a book by a pentecostal pastor on exorcisms. A very comical look of events that took place during exorcisms. The most difficult thing he said was getting the demon to say his name. Once that was done it was easy getting him out. Then, the trick was to keep him from returning with his friends.
I wish I could remember the name of the book. In one chapter the author dealt with good spirit possessions. Those spirits were not exorcised.
It was in this light that I saw an ad in Faith and Family Magazine for a book called "Interview with an Exorcist". It was written by a Catholic Priest. I ordered it. It was an interesting book but not at all entertaining. It was very theological. I wonder who has my copy now?
So, I watched the "Rite". I enjoyed it. Jesus won in the end. An important lesson to know.
Mommy Rhapsody
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL!
Here is a funny video for all mommies. The music is Bohemian Rhapsody from Queen, the lyrics are every moms life. I particularly like these two lines:
Momma! I don't wanna die...
you should have thought about that before you broke my lamp.
and
Oh Baby! just go to sleep baby!
Here is a funny video for all mommies. The music is Bohemian Rhapsody from Queen, the lyrics are every moms life. I particularly like these two lines:
Momma! I don't wanna die...
you should have thought about that before you broke my lamp.
and
Oh Baby! just go to sleep baby!
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