My Christmas blessings to the people of the diocese of Paisley and to all people of good will, wishing you joy and peace in this season of new life and grace.

Feast of Corpus Christi Fiftieth Anniversary of the Opening of Saint Andrews Church   Dear brothers and sisters, it is a joy for me to be with you in Saint Andrew’s Parish, Greenock, on one of the most precious of Solemnities in our Liturgical Calendar, the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, the Feast of the Body and Blood of the Lord. 

Dear brothers and sisters, Today we celebrate Good Shepherd Sunday and World Day of Prayer for Vocations to the Priest-hood and Religious Life.

Easter Vigil 2018   Dear brothers and sisters, we have made a long journey already this Easter Night, having begun our pilgrimage gathered together outside around the Fire that acknowledges God’s greatness and actions, all of which show His wisdom and love.  Around this fire of Divine Love we remembered how, in the Beginning and with ardent joy, our Triune Lord formed us in His own likeness and set us over the whole world to serve Him as our Creator, and to rule over all creatures.

Mass of the Lord’s Supper 2018 Holy Rosary Residence   Dearest Mother, Sisters and brethren,   I cannot think of a better place for celebrating the Mass of the Lord’s Supper than here with you in this Holy Rosary Residence.  It is good to be with you who have welcomed in our loved ones who, through age and infirmity, became too small in their own household to prepare a Lamb, and who therefore have joined you in your blessed household to share this Sacred Meal.