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Please scroll down for information and notices. Icon, John the Baptist Anonymous Today's gospel      Matthew 11:11-15 [Jesus said] Truly I tell you, among those born of women no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence,  and the violent take it by force. For all the prophets and the law prophesied until John came; and if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah who is to come. Let anyone with ears  listen! John the Baptist Titan, ca 1540 Public domain, via Wikipedia Comment on the gospel As today's Sacred Space suggests, we can learn from John, who steered a steady course in the face of violence.  Sacred Space You can find a gentle prayer guide here: https://sacredspace.com/daily-prayer/2025-12-11 Christian Art You can find a reflection on an important time in Church History, here: htt...

  Please scroll down for invitations, notices and a word of thanks. Today, Wednesday 10 December:  - Midweek Holy Communion Please note that Midweek Holy Communion is returning to Holy Trinity Church, Westport, from today, at the usual time of 10.30am. Followed by coffee in Cornrue Bakery, New Road, The Demesne, Westport. You're welcome!  - Online Prayer and Bible Study Wednesday 8.00pm - 8.30pm, via Zoom .   Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83306729968?pwd=mVKnDXWs7Npn3aCnRPykJbJK7THANM.1 Today's gospel      Matthew 11:28-30 [Jesus said: ]     ‘Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’ The Beatitudes by James Tissot,  between 1886 and 1896 from the series  The Life of Christ , Brooklyn Museum  Public d...