As we heard read in our readings: ‘The people that walked in darkness saw a great light; light dawned on the dwellers in the land of death’s dark shadow.’ (Mt 4:19 cf. Isa 9:2)

On Tuesday of last week many of us will have sat in front of a TV screen, or tuned into a radio station, to share in the funeral service of Sir Edmund Hillary. It was one of those moments which unified us as a nation. Read more

Those of my generation, or older, will recall the advertising slogan for Coca-Cola in the 1970’s. Coke, it’s the real thing! The slogan appeared on bill boards, was heard on radio stations and TV channels, together with its catchy tune, and it was used to distinguish Coke from competing brands trying to break into the Cola market. Read more