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Novena Preaching @ Novena Church

Come to the Novena Our weekly Novena Devotions are online and premiere "live" every Saturday morning - visit http://youtube.com/NovenaChurchsg Join us as we pray together in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help.

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00:09:19

I have chosen you out of the world

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/05/26

We all want to be popular, to be seen and to be liked.In this celebrity culture we live in, we desire applause and affirmation. But in the gospel today, John 15:18-19, Fr. Ino reflects on Jesus’ farewell discourse.In contrast to our current culture, Jesus spoke about not being popular, not being liked, not being affirmed but being hated, despised and disliked.Cardinal Tobin from the US as bullied and bashed when he tried to protect the migrants. The late Fr Picx Picardal had to flee from the

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00:13:03

Love isn't Always easy, especially when it hurts to...

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/05/21

The homily reflects on Jesus’ commandment to love one another. But love isn’t always easy. Relationships with family, friends, and colleagues can be difficult. We often blame others for our unhappiness, without realizing that we too play a part in the tension. We tend to view things only from our own perspective.Fr Vincent reminds us that whilst we are not called to like everyone, we are called to love, to help, forgive, and show kindness, even when it’s difficult. Jesus Himself forgave those who

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00:09:22

A Mother's Heart: Love, Sacrifices, and Mary's Example

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/05/11

We honour our mothers this weekend remembering their acts of love and we also think of our heavenly mother, Mother Mary’s love for us.1.Essence of a mother’s love-Love for childrenFor mothers, her children are her blessings. E.g. in the petitions that we hear week after week-mothers are praying for their children and even family members. Why do mothers go that extra mile for their children? It is their love for their children.2.Challenges of motherhoodMothers endure a lot of sacrifices for their

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00:10:06

Let Faith Defeat Doubt

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/05/03

We sometimes can't help but come to church with a lot of doubt but leave with a lot of faith -- and the reverse for others. Doubting as a human experience was known in the lives of the apostles, with Thomas wanting proof from the resurrected Christ. If we trust in God, we wouldn't need proof. When we let God manage our lives, we can be sure it will be done according to the will of God. But if we deal with our own matters, then we will face all sorts of defeat, pain, confusion, sorrow and

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00:06:15

Mother Mary’s role in the Resurrection story

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/04/27

Mary believed in her son’s resurrection and trusted in His words and promise that He is alive and will rise from the dead. At the annunciation, Mary became the link between Christ’s humanity and our own. At the resurrection, Mary completed this link by cooperating with Jesus to restore our relationship with God.Mary’s role in the resurrection is that of a silent witness and an intense participant. Although Mary suffered the darkness of Christ’s passion and death, she never lost her faith in God’s

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00:12:12

Finding Grace and Strength in Our Pain and Sorrows As...

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/04/14

As we enter into Holy Week, let us reflect on the passion and suffering of Christ. Many of us are suffering, be it illness, cancer, depression, isolation, or caring for sick loved ones. We also recognise that God, who loves us, also suffered -Jesus suffered false accusation, pain, persecution, humiliation and torture. The passion of Christ invites us to be open to see that that suffering is part and parcel of life.Let us ask for the grace and strength to see the meaning and purpose of our

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00:09:08

Do We Have the Faith to Face Persecution and Stand Up...

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/04/06

In the process of upholding righteousness, there will be high chance we will face storms and some persecutions. Rightiousness disturbs. It exposes lies. It confronts injustice. And it refuses to bow to demands of society or the world. Often, this can only be done if we're strongly rooted and anchored in Christ. When suffering or persecution happens to us because of our faithness towards righteousness, or our action in trying to bring about justice, we should have the ability to embrace it with

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00:09:40

When small acts of Justice and Compassion surpasses...

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/03/30

This week's reflection focuses on the seventh Beatitude: "Blessed are peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." Fr. Gerard reminds us that true peace isn't won through conflict but through justice, respect, and dignity for all, especially the vulnerable. While we may not be global negotiators, we can be peacemakers in our daily lives – at home, work, and within our communities – by responding with kindness, patience, and treating everyone as a child of God. Small acts of justice and

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00:08:43

When sins cloud our vision, can we still claim a pure...

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/03/22

We have been reflecting on the beatitudes or blessings of God. Today we reflect on the sixth Beatitude, to be pure in heart (meaning holiness), but is this possible in our modern times and circumstances?When our heart stays close to God, it remains pure but when it drifts away it becomes clouded and impure.The heart is the core of who we are. To see God means to have a deep relationship with Him. We glimpse God’s presence through prayer, friends, nature and one day we will see God face to face.Who

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00:04:40

Have Love and Mercy in our Hearts

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/03/17

In the Lenten Journey in the Beatitudes this week, we are called to reflect on the gift of mercy. Fr. Yosef emphasizes that mercy is not just about forgiveness but also about patience, compassion, and generosity. Jesus calls us to forgive continuously, and though it may be difficult, it is possible if we have love in our hearts. Mercy involves making space for others, showing empathy, and being understanding even when people hurt or disappoint us.Fr. Yosef shared an anecdote about how people react

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00:10:37

Are we Thirsting for God's Way?

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/03/09

Let us reflect on today’s beatitude:Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice (righteousness), for they will be filled.1. What is ‘Hunger and thirst’? It is a deep desire and insatiable longing for something i.e. St Augustine- ‘Our hearts are restless until it rests in your Lord.’ Restless until we have that one thing- righteousness 2. Righteousness-It is the justice that comes from God i.e. the right way of life taught by Jesus.3. We desire for the way of love, mercy and justice to become

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00:11:22

A Call to Adopt a Heavenly Perception

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/03/02

The Beatitudes is a call to think like Jesus. When we face injustice and violence, we want justice and vengeance. But we must seek out a different attitude and mentality and deny ourselves. It’s a call to adopt a heavenly perception of things, to have the mind and heart of Jesus. That way, the blessedness of belonging to the kingdom of God will grow in us.- Novena Devotion by Fr. Peter Wee, C.Ss.R. (1 March 2025)

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00:09:29

Blessed are those who Mourn

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/02/22

Today we are invited to reflect on the second Beatitude. Many of us are afflicted and sorrowful, having tremendous difficulties and are in despair. Some of us are mourning the loss of our beloved. Mourning touches all levels of life. We seek Mother Mary’s protection for consolation and comfort for she is the mother of the afflicted, the refuge of sinners, hope of the hopeless. True comfort and consolation can only come from God, Jesus and Mother Mary. Let us turn to Jesus, who is the only one who

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00:09:49

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/02/18

This homily marks the beginning of our Lenten journey, where we will reflect on the Beatitudes. We start with the first: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”Fr. Vincent reminds us that being “poor in spirit” isn’t about financial poverty but about humility and dependence on God. If we are full of ourselves, there’s no room for God’s grace. True discipleship requires surrender and trust in Him.Life brings struggles—job difficulties, infertility, even deep suffering

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00:15:23

Let us be signs of Hope to another

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/02/09

2025 is the Jubilee year of Hope. The Jubilee signifies a new beginning, a new chance and starting over. It is a genuine moment of a personal encounter with Lord Jesus Christ which is fruited in hope. Because our hope is grounded in Him.What is hope? According to Pope Francis - Hope does not disappoint and hope comes from the love of Jesus.Let us then be signs of hope in embracing life, for those who are experiencing hardships, prisoners, the sick, the disabled, the young, migrants, elderly and the

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00:10:36

What are the Ingredients of Love in a Family?

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/02/01

Like the perfect meal, we must find the right ingredients to make our families wonderful. Like a perfect dish, we have to find what's missing or lacking and take steps to make it tasty again. Love is the most essential ingredient to nurture family relationships -- it's the bond that holds families together. Have we become closer to our parents or siblings? Or are we not on talking terms? Like the spices, we must have open and engaging communications with one another and never taking each

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00:09:11

God is love - Seeing God in all things

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/01/25

Life is tough - an endless circle of working, studying, spending and earning. We have health and relationship problems, loneliness, aging and ultimately death. What ‘s the point really, to work so hard? How do I see God in all these things? Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Patience is the key in being able to see God in all things. We can count on God, who is in charge. The God who is love Himself. God comforts us in all our afflictions. With the help of our blessed Mother Mary, we

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00:10:16

A Wake-Up Call

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/01/20

The theme of this week’s Novena, “A Wake-Up Call,” reflects on the world’s challenges today. Fr. Simon shared stories of how crises inspire reflection, renewed faith, and strength, such as a boy offering his piggy bank to rebuild his home after a fire and a twice-cancer-survivor mother finding hope in her faith. He highlighted the untouched image of the Blessed Mother amidst the fire, reminding us of her presence and the sustaining power of iron-clad spirituality. He urged the congregation to stay

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00:06:27

Our Baptismal Call to Holiness and Mission

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/01/11

Recall your most significant day in your life. For us Christians, it is the day of our baptism, when we are consecrated and become children of God. Tomorrow, we celebrate the baptism of our Lord Jesus which marks the beginning of his public ministry, where he identifies himself with us who are sinners, giving us grace, strength and hope of new life in him. Let us reflect on our own baptism where we participate in Jesus’ victory over sin and death and our call to holiness and mission.-Novena

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00:11:18

Time to Leave the Coldness of the World Behind

Novena Preaching @ Novena Church ·

2025/01/05

It's the new year, and Deacon Antony offered three ways we can celebrate the Jubilee Year together. The first is frequent participation in the Sacraments, especially the Eucharistic celebration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Second, practicing acts of mercy. He's not just talking about feeding the hungry with food, but also offering kind words and compassion to our family members, and making reconciliation and healing a priority. Finally, cultivate gratitude by beginning and ending each day

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