Gospel Reflection - Mark 10:46-52

This week’s Gospel tells the story of Bartimaeuss, a blind man who asks Jesus to restore his sight. When Bartimaeuss hears that Jesus is coming, he starts calling out to Him and is immediately told to be quiet and stop calling out. Bartimaeuss persists until Jesus hears him, and Jesus restores his sight saying that Bartimaeus’ faith has saved him. 

This passage shows us the importance of having the courage to ask for help. Asking for help whether from God, or anyone, takes courage and risk. Some are better than others, and sometimes it is easier to offer help, than to receive it. It would have been easy for Bartimaeuss to stay quiet and let Jesus pass him by. Yet he does not, and Jesus lets him know that it is his faith that saved him. It’s important for us all to to remember to keep our faith and believe in both asking for and receiving help when we need to. It does not make us weak or selfish, it allows us to be open to our faith and give others the chance to share theirs with us.

Confirmation 2021

Parents and carers of our Confirmation candidates should have received an email at the beginning of the term containing information about this year’s celebration. Confirmation will be celebrated at St John Vianney’s Church on the evening of Tuesday, November 30. Due to COVIDD restrictions, at this time, the celebration is only open to candidates, their sponsor and two other family members. If your child is being confirmed this year, please email the names of the guests who will be attending the Mass to support your child to lauramatchett@cg.catholic.edu.au as soon as possible.

Laura Matchett