What is the Sacrament of reconciliation? The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the most unique and beautiful characteristics of the Catholic faith. Jesus Christ established the Sacrament of Confession so that whoever sins can obtain unconditional forgiveness of sins, reconcile with God, the Church, and the community. This sacrament, through the grace of God, washes us clean and renews us in Christ. After the resurrection, Jesus said to His Apostles, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained” John 20:21-23. Reconciliation calls for an…

In the gospel we find the disciples in a small, frail, boat, struggling with a heavy sea and a strong headwind. The Sea of Galilee is surrounded by hills and strong winds can come down the valleys and stir up the sea. In all sorts of ways, we can all find ourselves struggling with a heavy sea and a strong headwind. We sense our frailty and vulnerability; the odds against us seem stronger than our resources. In today’s second reading, Paul seems to be speaking out of that kind of overwhelming situation. He says, ‘my sorrow is so great, my…

Don’t set your heart on being a judge, unless you have the strength of character needed to put an end to injustice. If you let yourself be influenced by someone in a position of power, your integrity will be damaged.” Sirach 7:6

Sacrament of the Eucharist and who consecrates The Holy Eucharist is consecrated bread made from pure wheat and wine made from vine grapes that once taken, blessed, broken and given; becomes the body and blood of Jesus Christ our Lord. Through the Eucharist the holiness of God presents itself before humanity in a unique way as everything associated with Him is blessed and holy. Only a duly ordained priest using official prayers is permitted to consecrate the Eucharist. The prayer of consecration instantly transforms bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. The place where Holy Mass…

  There is no ideal parent and no ideal child. Be at peace with yourself. If in doubt, encourage your child. Make them feel good and happy. And challenge them to try. I am trying to stop shouting at them “don’t do that”. Life is about risk taking. How do I let them take risks? Break the doors. Write on the walls and chairs? Turn the kitchen upside down as they learn how to cook? Parenting is situational. There is no perfect parent or perfect child. But there is a loving parent and a confident child. Have a lovely Sunday.…

Spend a few minutes and assess how to make your relationships magnetic, using the relationship accelerator test. Before you take the test, read some context and how we dis Ssenga training to some MTN Uganda staff, the results of the experience. I am called Mustapha B Mugisa fondly known as Mr Strategy. I help leaders transform their businesses through facilitating strategy formulation and supporting execution. During the strategy implementation, I work as an accountability partner to the chief executive officer, the EXCO and the respective managers and staff to ensure that each has the clarity of the company’s strategic choice,…