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      <title><![CDATA[Vocations Sunday - Blog Relaunch - Discernment Group development]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[New seminarians, forthcoming Ordinations, the expansion of the discernment group, and the return of the Blog ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=230&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Blog Update and Vocation Opportunities]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The Blog is being published! Fr Dominic explains why the Blog is suspended untl Good Shepherd Sunday, April 2012, and highlights a lot of opportunities between then and now.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=229&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Blog holidays!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Lourdes .. World Youth Day .. Bosco .. Daniel's Ordination .. This is a full summer! Fr Dominic shares information about a major Vocations event in September and wishes you happy holidays!]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=228&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Forty powerful hours]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on Eucharistic Adoration - a call to discern vocation and friendship with Christ.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=226&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Blog Holidays!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Lourdes .. World Youth Day .. Bosco .. Daniel's Ordination .. This is a full summer! Fr Dominic shares information about a major Vocations event in September and wishes you happy holidays!]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=227&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Honouring our heroes and heroines]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In a week when five senior Priests of the Diocese announce retirement, Fr Adrian reflects on the tremendous respect due to Priests and Religious who have selflessly served over many years.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=225&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Radio Three brings spiritual insight ...]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham reflects on the variety of the Radio Three playlist - using some astonishing metaphors - to make a point about the way we listen to Jesus.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=224&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Royal English College, Valladolid]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr. Brian discovers a hidden gem - the Royal English College in Valladolid, Spain - and is impressed.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=223&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Retreat beyond Dover]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A retreat with Priests and Deacons who have been ordained for many years inspires Fr James to reflect on life long ministry, faithfully lived.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=222&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[May and June - blessed celebrations]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin reflects on the marvellous celebrations that colour parish life in May and June, and on the role of Priest as Shepherd.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=221&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Easter hope!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham offers powerful illustrations of Easter hope - from a Papal preacher to the menu of the "Fat Duck" restaurant in Bray!]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=220&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Unlikely calling]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[On Vocations Sunday Fr Dominic quotes words from Cardinal Hume about unlikely calling - an inspiring text to help with vocation discernment.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=219&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Of Gods and Men - an extraordinary film]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian sees a film that is a microcosm of the Christian's journey from calvary to Easter joy.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=218&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Preaching the Gospel]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A letter of criticism about a homily causes Fr James to reflect deeply on preaching the Gospel.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=216&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Pope John Paul II is Beatified]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Today we celebrate the Beatification of Pope John Paul II. Fr Dominic quotes words about Priestly Vocation given by the Pope at the start of his Pontificate, in 1979.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=217&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Integrity brings authority]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul reflects on how true authority is rooted in integrity.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=215&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Translating the Bible]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on the four hundredth anniversary of the King James version of the Bible.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=213&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Christ is Risen! Alleluia!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic reflects on a particular glory of this year's Easter Vigil in Basildon.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=214&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Renewing our Priesthood.]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The Mass of Chrism is celebrated in Brentwood Cathedral tonight, 20th April. Fr Kevin reflects on the significance of this celebration.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=212&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Recognising our need for God's help.]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham offers the thought that it may be a good thing if we have failed in our Lenten penance once or twice in the last few weeks ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=211&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Celebrating with the Confirmandi]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Six hundred joyful Confirmation candidates pack Brentwood Cathedral
 and are urged to be witnesses for Christ. Fr Brian is there with them. 
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=210&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["Whatever you did to the least of my sisters and brothers ..."]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Reading the words "Whatever you did to the least of my brothers and sisters, you did to me" in a recent weekday Gospel, Fr Stephen remembers himself as a teenager reflecting on the same passage.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=209&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Using the New Translation]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel is amongst the Seminarians at Wonersh who are the first to use the new Missal; here he reflects on the experience. 

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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=208&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[All Forty Days]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul shares why he has been looking forward to Lent (for a change)]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=207&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[New beginnings in Lent]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham reflects on Lent as a time when we make new and beautiful beginnings in our lives.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=206&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Enjoying Lent]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin reflects on some aspects of Parish and Deanery life that make Lent a more enjoyable time ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=205&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["The King's Speech" and the gift of encouragement]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In the week the Oscars are announced, Fr Brian links a great film with an everlasting truth: we grow when we are affirmed and encouraged.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=203&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Catholic Practices - small signs with great effects]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on small signs of Catholic practice that can have great effect if woven into our daily and weekly lives.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=204&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[My first sermon]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel preaches his first sermon as a Deacon in front of his fellow seminarians - he shares a precis of it here.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=202&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Nuns Aloud!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin is inspired by the beauty and melody of the Benedictine nuns of Avignon, whose plainchant is both historic and numinous.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=201&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Sermon on the Mount]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With Lent so late "we won't be able to say it took us by surprise" says Fr Adrian as he reflects on the Gospel passages for the Sundays before Lent.
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=200&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Writer's Block]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Writer's block leads Fr James to prepare a homily for the 8.00am Mass at five o'clock in the morning - and doing this inspires a significant reflection ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=199&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[We are not monsters]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham goes to see Mary Shelly's "Frankenstein" at the National Theatre, and this prompts him to reflect on what it means for God to be at the heart of our creation.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=198&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A Bishop retires - a pivotal moment for the Diocese]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A visit to the tomb of the apostle Peter inspires Fr. Brian to ponder the past and look joyfully and prayerfully forward at a pivotal point in the life of priests and people in Brentwood.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=197&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Musings of a newly ordained Deacon]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Exactly a month after his Ordination as a Deacon, Daniel reflects on some of his memories, sharing the radiant joy of the Ordination day]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=196&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Back to the Ordinary]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on our re-entry to what the Church calls "Ordinary Time" and invites us to see that all time is extra-ordinary, sacred.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=195&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["Mary treasured all these things and pondered them in her heart"]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[At the start of a New Year, Fr Dominic reflects on some important moments for Vocation in 2010, and asks for particular prayers for those discerning vocation in 2011.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=194&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Emmanuel - God is with us]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Emmanuel - God is with us! Fr Dominic offers Christmas greetings and a poem for the Christmas season.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=193&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Fulfilment]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As the feast of Christmas approaches Fr Adrian considers how our expectations are very often not God's.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=192&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A day in the life ...]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James shares the range and diversity of a few hours of Priesthood on Saturday 4th December.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=190&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Christmas at St Antony's]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark's preparations for Christmas take on an international flavour as parishioners from different cultural backgrounds share their Christmas in word, song and dance.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=191&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Reflections on the closure of Ushaw College]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reads that Ushaw College, the seminary where he trained, is to close, and this prompts him to reflect on aspects of his time there.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=189&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Word became flesh]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Encounters on the London Underground define the truth that the 
Word became flesh and dwells among us.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=188&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Changing Face of the Priesthood]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A retreat at his former seminary, Oscott, gives Fr John space to reflect on some of the elements of Priesthood that have changed in the last thirty years.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=187&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Inspired by Paris]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Monet and Rodin inspire Fr Dominic's reflections on discernment and stillness after a mini-break in Paris]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=186&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Forty hours' exposition marking the end of the liturgical year]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As we enter the last three days of the liturgical year, Fr Kevin explains a powerful and prayerful devotion.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=183&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Remembrance]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In this month of November Fr Adrian reflects on the deeper meaning of remembrance.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=184&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The weekday Priest]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In visiting parishioners, Fr James discovers more of the reality of their lives and is humbled by what he finds.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=185&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Hospital Chaplaincy - let God take the strain]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[When Fr Mark is asked what he most likes about parish life, he gives an answer where he surprises himself, and this prompts an important insight.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=182&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Pilgrimage to the Holy Land]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham is about to fly to the Holy Land, visiting it for the first time. His anticipation builds as he reflects on being physically present in the places where Jesus lived and prayed.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=181&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Confronting moral questions with reasoned argument]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[An Argos advert prompts Fr Stephen to reflect on the need for us to see the world as it is, to be honest, and to enter into reasoned debate on serious issues.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=180&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[In Memory of Cardinal Heenan]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[On the anniversary of a notable Brentwood priest, Fr. Brian asks for prayers for all the faithful departed, all your deceased loved ones and for priests, to whom much has been given.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=178&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Commemorating All Saints]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[On the Solemnity of All Saints, Fr Dominic highlights Pope Benedict's  words about Sainthood during his recent visit to Britain.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["The ministry of the door" - Fr John reflects on all that happens at the presbytery front door.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin reflects on the message given and opportunities for quiet devotion offered when our churches are left open]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["Back from the dead!" Fr Adrian reflects on the world-wide reaction to the extraordinary rescue of the Chilean miners
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=175&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel reflects on the letter sent this week by Pope Benedict XVI to the seminarians of the world.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=174&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[One month on! Daniel, Patrick and David - seminarians for Brentwood - reflect on the Pope at Oscott. (Part 2 - more thoughts in part one, via blog home page)]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=172&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[One month on! Eamonn, Gary and Matthew - seminarians for Brentwood - reflect on the Pope at Oscott. (Part 1 - more thoughts in part two, via blog home page)]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James reflects on the Papal Visit - this is the second part of the Blog; for the first part, please go to the Blog Home Page.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=170&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James reflects on the Papal Visit. This is the first part of a two-part blog; for part two please go to the Blog Home Page. Thankyou.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=171&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic shares insights from 18th September - the Pope's encounter with young people at Westminster Cathedral - in a week where feast days evoke child-like innocence and joy.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=169&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on moving moments in the Papal Visit - and the power of a living silence.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=168&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on the police presence during the Papal Visit - and Fr Dominic adds a little PS!]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=167&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["His gentle smile and warmth won me over" said a local councillor; Fr Brian reflects on highlights of the Papal Visit.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=166&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["A deep thirst for the Gospel." Fr Adrian reflects on what Pope Benedict said to our Bishops as he prepared to end his visit.
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=165&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey shares his reflections on the four exhilerating and thought provoking days of the Papal Vist.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=164&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As we reflect back over Pope Benedict's visit to Britain, it is fitting to post Newman's profound words, "Some definite service."]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=163&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[WE WELCOME POPE BENEDICT XVI. 
Let us pray for the Visit.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=162&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[While Pope Benedict is here, some people from Brentwood Diocese have particular moments to celebrate; moments they will remember for many years. Fr Dominic highlights some of them.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=161&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic shares words that Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict have spoken to young people, in advance of a gathering of young people and the Pope on Saturday.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=160&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[As if ... imagined words of John Henry Newman to Pope Benedict XVI]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[AS IF ... Fr Brian imagines what John Henry Newman might say to Pope Benedict on the eve of the State Visit.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=159&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Cardinal John Henry Newman]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian looks forward to the Beatification of John Henry Newman, a high point of the visit of Pope Benedict.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=158&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[We celebrate an Ordination for the Diocese!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As Rev Neil Brett is Ordained Priest today, five students begin seminary formation, adding to the two currently in formation. We assure them all of our prayers.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=157&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Involving Seminarians in the Papal Visit]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With the Papal Visit just one week away, Daniel Kelly shares briefly how seminarians will have a particular moment of encounter with the Holy Father and what he hopes it will mean for him]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=156&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Saints have not "fallen from heaven" - a profound moment in a Papal Audience]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With just a few days to go until Pope Benedict arrives in Britain, Fr James reflects a very powerful moment in a Papal Audience, with deep insight into forgiveness.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=155&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A life with similar struggles and joys to our own ...]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With just a few days to go until Pope Benedict arrives to Beatify Cardinal Newman, Fr Brian reflects on how Newman's life can inspire us all. His difficulties and challenges are similar to ours.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=153&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Reflecting on Pope Benedict's visit to Britain]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With just a few days to go until Pope Benedict arrives in Britain, Fr Paul remembers a personal encounter with the then Cardinal Ratzinger, and reflects on the significance of his visit as Pope.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=154&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Summer is here and the blog pauses for August holidays; Fr Dominic reflects on how we can use these weeks to prepare for the Papal Visit.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=150&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As the blog pauses for August, Fr Dominic reflects on how we can prepare for the Papal Visit.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=151&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Make time to forgive this summer]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on summer as a time of forgiveness; in doing so we can really enjoy the rest it brings. We can be particularly inspired by one of the Saints of August, Fr. Maximilian Kolbe.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=146&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Stuff!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Stuff: Fr Paul is moved by St Bernadette's home to reconsider with what he surrounds himself. 
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=152&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Does God go on holiday?]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John reflects on summer holidays, and the fact that God remains present to us wherever we go on holiday.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=145&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A sunny week in Lourdes ...]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic reflects on his final time in Lourdes as Diocesan Youth Chaplain; a week where there were clear examples of vibrant youth ministry in action.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=144&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The City vs The Desert]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["The City vs The Desert" - in the context of holidays, Fr Kevin reflects on where we find true re-creation, true balance and depth in our lives.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=147&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Priest as Prophet]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The Priest as Prophet: Fr Adrian reflects on the prophetic role of priests in today's world.
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=149&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A busy fortnight!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The seminary term ended two weeks ago; Daniel reflects on a busy fortnight.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=143&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Back Home!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James is back home, and has been appointed to serve as assistant Priest at Brentwood Cathedral. It is time for the eight years' theory in Rome to become practice ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=148&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The scrutiny faced by priests]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham reflects on the renewed scrutiny that priests face, and how we respond with prayer, enthusiasm and love.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=141&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Modelling priesthood in thoughtful actions]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen recalls a conversation at university and a moment on holiday that cause him to consider what it means to model priesthood through thoughtful actions]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=142&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Changed by the experience of Lourdes]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In three weeks time young people from Fr Brian's parish will travel to Lourdes with the Youth Service (BCYS). Here, he reflects on Bernadette, and on his personal experiences in Lourdes.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=139&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Human Body: Fr Paul is encouraged and excited by Church teaching.]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[After a conference with world class speakers, Fr Paul is reaffirmed and encouraged in the answers the church can offer the world on issues of bioethics, notably human sexuality.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=138&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Does it pay well?]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Does it pay well? A child's question in primary school prompts Fr John to reflect on the true and deep motivations for Priesthood.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=140&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Vision and change]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In the week when the Bishop asks Priests to take on new responsibilities, or new appointments, Fr Dominic is inspired by a quote from George Bernard Shaw.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=137&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Visit of our Bishop and Confirmation]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A Pastoral Visit and celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation by Bishop Thomas causes Fr Kevin to reflect on the importance of such a moment in parish life.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=131&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The loving kindness of God]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[At the close of the Year for Priests, 15,000 priests concelebrated with the Pope; a smaller group concelebrated the Golden Jubilee of a revered priest of the Diocese. Fr Adrian was among them. 
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=136&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A month in the life of a Romford Priest]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel has been on placement at St Edward the Confessor, Romford. He shares two poignant moments from his weeks there.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=134&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Returning to Brentwood ... !]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[After eight years in Rome, Fr James Mackay is packing his boxes and returning home, an Ordained Priest and a Canon Lawyer. He shares a final thought about life in seminary.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=135&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A shepherd who gave his life for his flock]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark shares a sobering account of an Indian priest who was described as "a shepherd who gave his life for his flock."]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=133&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Grace builds on nature]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham reflects on the challenges and blessings of leaving things until the last minute ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=132&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["You are a Priest for ever, a Priest like Melchizadek of old"]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["You are a Priest for ever ..." taking the words of the Psalm antiphon for Corpus Christi, Fr Stephen reflects on the priesthood of Christ, our priesthood, and the Eucharist.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=130&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The twitch of the thread ...]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian draws from the life of St Augustine to highlight the fact that "kindness is the key, always."]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=129&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Never a dull day - Fr Paul describes eighteen hours of Priesthood]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[From a grass snake in a bucket to the London Tango Quartet, Fr Paul describes eighteen hours as Parish Priest in Brightlingsea with Wivenhoe]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=128&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[First Holy Communion Season]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The arrival of the First Holy Communion "season" prompts Fr John to remember his own First Holy Communion and to reflect on the transforming power of the Eucharist.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=127&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic reflects on the value of time spent with other Priests away from the pressures of ministry, and looks forward to a forthcoming trip to a remote part of the world.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin cites a reflection from Cardinal Newman explaining the dediction of the month of May to Our Lady - a month of "frequent alleluias", a month of promise.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on what the coming Solemnity of Pentecost might mean in the life of the priest.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As the term draws to a close, Daniel highlights some aspects of the end of the year at St John's, Wonersh]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Quoting from both Gladiator and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Fr James shares his first ever Sunday homily given at the Venerable English College, Rome]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on the power and presence of the Holy Spirit at the centre of effective evangelisation.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen is privileged to visit the Turin Shroud, on display for the first time in ten years.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Fr Brian gives thanks for 36 years of Priesthood]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian shares a joyful thanksgiving for 36 years of Priesthood and joyfulness and says yes to the future with a prayer for all in priestly formation.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Reflecting on Jesus the Good Shepherd, Fr John considers some moments along the way during his own vocation journey, and offers some words for those discerning Preistly vocation today.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[It is Vocations Sunday and Fr Dominic has been asked to do radio interviews. What are the key truths that need to be expressed?]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=117&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["Fall in love"]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["Fall in love." Fr John is inspired by an astonishing and captivating quote by Fr Pedro Arrupe, former Master General of the Jesuits. It offers a brilliant insight into Priesthood.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on the Year for Priests, a Year that we could scarcely have imagined would be so memorable - and in unexpected ways.
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      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Holy Week and the Easter Triduum at Wonersh]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel reflects on the joy and beauty of Holy Week and Easter celebrations at Wonersh - his last as a Wonersh Seminarian.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James is back after a week in Lourdes with HCPT Group 84, and reflects on the sheer joy, energy, strength and depth of such a week.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark returns from Lourdes with HCPT. Orange fingernails, the symbol of hands and the theme "Called to Service" prompt reflection on Priestly service.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic and all those contributing to the Blog ask for your prayers during Holy Week and Easter Week.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=110&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Martyr for Today]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Archbishop Oscar Romero was shot dead while celebrating Mass thirty years ago, on 24th March 1980. Fr Adrian Graffy recalls the witness of this great priest.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Touch Down!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark immerses himself in life at St Antony of Padua, Forest Gate, and reflects on the first two weeks there.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham is caught in a rush on Mothering Sunday - his blog, sent in the midst of the day, reflects on motherhood and vocation.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Reconciliation]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on the kindness of a Priest in the Confessional, and the profound impact of such kindness]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian is caught in torrential rain; a lady greeter says "Be grateful to be alive Father, for the blessing of a new day" ...]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John reflects on the part priests play in inspiring others to consider priestly vocation; every priest is, in this sense, a Vocations Director!]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[The changing face of the parish]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[St Patrick's night in Basildon causes Fr Dominic to reflect on who is sitting in the pews in the Basildon churches.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John gives the annual retreat to the Seminarians at Oscott College, and reflects on the part that such a retreat plays in seminary formation.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin has invited four speakers to the Deanery during Lent. Here he shares a little of their input; talks which have provided the chance for reflection and renewal in this season]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on the difficult task of supporting people in times of suffering, loss and grief, noting just how strongly a priest can be a channel of God's grace in such situations.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Lent at Wonersh]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel shares some of the ways in which Lent is marked in the seminary, liturgically and through helping the homeless]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[James reflects on the apparant contradiction of seeing Lent as a joyful season, and shares some insights as to why it can be seen in this way.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=99&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Time of Transition]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark is about to begin his first appointment in the Diocese, a time of great trust in the preparation and formation he has received, and most especially trust in Jesus Christ.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Father Dan finds a warm welcome in the North East]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dan goes into the cold, snowy North on retreat, and finds a warm welcome and a fresh understanding of the budding Spring ...]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[A hospital for sinners - reflections on a church that does not simply move with the times]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham is inspired by the Spectator debate, causing him to reflect on some of the most humbling and enduring aspects of Catholic faith and tradition]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen will be travelling to Lourdes in Easter Week, with HCPT, The Pilgrimage Trust. Here he reflects on why this is so important to him.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=100&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The life and death of a Brentwood Priest inspires Fr Brian to highlight afresh the Lord's invitation, Stop! Come and see.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=91&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul tries out a new First Holy Communion programme. As the course goes on, he evaluates its impact.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=90&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Friendship never dies!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John reflects movingly on the anniversary of the death of a friend, and how the bonds of friendship never die]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[CYMFed Congress - a cause for great hope]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic enjoys a brilliant day at the CYMFed Congress for youth leaders, with 1,000 people present - a day full of hope. Plus a restaurant with a difference for one night in Basildon]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=88&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[You only work one day a week, don't you, Father? Fr Kevin gives a flavour of how this question is answered ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=87&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A recent retreat for Priests prompts Fr Adrian to reflect on the great fraternal bonds between Priests.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=84&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Receiving Candidacy and visiting old haunts]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In a memorable 48 hours Daniel takes the next step on his formation journey and revisits his old school]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=86&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark takes his final exams and packs up after seven and a half years in Rome, heading back to start serving as a Priest within the Parish of St Antony of Padua, Forest Gate]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Turn off the voices]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham encourages us to tune out from distracting voices in Lent, and tune in to the voice of God ...]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on the conditions of orphans in Romania, and the need for prayer to be the key strenght even in very active ministry]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=96&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen shares a novena inspired by Cardinal Newman]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark catches up with old friends from seminary and this causes him to reflect on the graces of deep friendships]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=82&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Celebrating the life of a true shepherd - Archbishop Oscar Romero]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on Archbishop Oscar Romero - a true shepherd, who still lives in his people.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=79&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Ash Wednesday]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul reflects on Ash Wednesday and the graced opportunities of Lent]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=80&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Pancakes, a minibus and the YCW - a fortnight in Basildon]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic's blog includes pancakes, a minibus, a national Congress, copper roofing and the YCW  ...]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=78&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The gift and privilege of Priesthood]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin is moved by cards sent to him affirming the gift and privilege of Priesthood, and reflects on this in the light of a recent letter to Priests by Cardinal Hummes.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Liturgy of the Hours]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on the Liturgy of the Hours: it is a constant reminder that we are members of God's church. Through this liturgy we learn to praise and love God. 
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      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=75&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[There is a time for resting]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Dan is on half term break at the seminary, and getting ready for the major Feast day of the seminary year....]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=76&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Morals before medals]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James reflects on role models and morality in the light of the decision to remove the Engalnd captaincy from John Terry]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham blogs from the seat of a plane as he is about to take off on holiday ...]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Clearing out the Parish office, Fr Stephen comes across items that evoke memories and hopes from his Ordination day]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[The death of Fr Jack Clifford prompts Fr Paul to remember encounters with Fr Jack, including meat pies and hair burn ...]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[The visit by our Bishops to Rome and the confirmation of a Papal visit to Great Britain causes Fr John to reflect on the city of Rome and Apostolic succession.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
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      <description><![CDATA[The story of Jesus visit to the synagogue in Nazareth in Luke chapter 4 feeds our understanding of the ministry of priests to explain the Word of God.
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel spends the weekend on retreat with his year reflecting on Candidacy - the last stage before Ordination]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Fr James reflects on "kicking against the goads" as he contemplates a line from St Paul's coversion on the road to Damascus.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Father Dan learns the value of being "a fool for Christ."
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      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on the impact a Priest's words can have - words that are often really taken to heart by those who hear them.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark is inspired by Jesus' miracle at Cana to reflect on the symbolism of marriage as it applies to Jesus and the Church, that we are "immersed in the heart of a great love story."]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John forgets to write his blog: a gentle reminder sparks reflections on forgiveness and the Sacrament of Reconciliation!]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic reflects on questions prompted by the tragedy in Haiti, and how facing these questions can lead us deeper into discerning vocation]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John quotes a sonnet from John Donne as an inspiration to reflect on God's love.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Celebrating the centenary of St Bernard's Catholic High School for girls, Fr Kevin reflects on St Bernard and his beautiful wisdom, "The measure of loving God is to love Him without measure"]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian reflects on how each of the feasts of the Christmas season has much to teach us about the call to priesthood.
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel reflects on scripture and Josemaria Escriva's concept of Divine Filiation to grapple with the question: How do we come to know God's will in our lives?

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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James reflects on the centrality of prayer within the pastoral work of the Priest.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark is inspired by a letter from Cardinal Claudio Hummes, and reflects on the central place of prayer in the life of a Priest.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Father Dan reflects on the diversity of the Diocese and getting to know the young people in Custom House.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham is challenged by a blog reader over an aspect of his last blog, and this causes him to reflect on the balance of the sacred and the temporal - in liturgy and in the Priesthood]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on the end of Christmastide, parish life, and how things do not always go to plan]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on World Youth Day and the Youth 2000 New Year festival as places where young people are renewed in their spiritual lives.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Dull it's not! A Met Police advertising campaign and a question from an altar server inspire Fr Brian to reflect on life as a Priest]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A visit to the bedside in a hospice causes Fr Paul to reflect on accompanying the dying and those who grieve their loss.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA["I will give you shepherds after my own heart" - Fr John is inspired by Pope John Paul II's encyclical on the Priesthood.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=42&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[The great variety of liturgies in a parish church reflects the varied rhythms of peoples lives - Fr Dominic reflects on how this was expressed in Basildon in the week before Christmas]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin reflects on 2009 and on what it means to wish a "Happy New Year" for 2010]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian refelcts on a new decade, the gift of time, and the transforming power of the discovery of our vocation]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel reflects on what the New Year will bring in Wonersh Seminary and the resolution to pray for vocations]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=33&ref=rss]]></link>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[As seminarians, Priests and prospective students for the Priesthood gather together for the Feast of St Thomas of Canterbury, Fr James reflects on discernment.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on St Thomas of Canterbury: an example to the English College Martyrs and an example for us today.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A visit to the dentist reminded Father Dan of an essential truth about priesthood.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[With reference to Cardinal Newman and James T Kirk, Fr Graham reflects on our sense of vocation ...]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on the dedication of Altar Servers on the Feast of their Patron Saint, in a parish where there are over 50 servers ranging from age 8 to 88!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires takes a detour into the Archdiocese of Southwark - but for good reason!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on encouraging vocations - on actually saying to people, "I think you may have a vocation"]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul fails to cope with the snow but receives much kindness and some insights.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John turns back from the hassle and bustle of a crowded high street to focus on the preparations for Christmas that really matter: our readiness to welcome Christ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[For the first time in six years, Fr Dominic is celebrating Christmas in a parish where he is also living. Here he reflects on the parish community, and Christmas traditions in the parish.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In the prison chapel at Pentonville Fr John finds hope, joy and exuberance as the Christmas message is proclaimed.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Kevin sends his blog from Rome, where he has been part of the Ordination ceremony for our latest Deacon in the Diocese, Neil Brett.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[In this Advent season Fr Adrian reflects on waiting as a necessary part of life and discernment - but it does not mean prevarication!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel Kelly reflects on an ancient and inspiring tradition of the Church that marks a new phase in the Advent journey]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James celebrates the Sacrament of the Sick for the very first time as a new Priest, and reflects on a powerfully graced encounter.]]></description>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on the Christmas Entertainment put on for ex-pats in Rome, and how this illustrates the talent and variety of those training for the Priesthood.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dan reflects on the impact of the scandal of abuse on vocations discernment, and on good and faithful Priests]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham is invited to preach at a friend's 25th Anniversary of Ordination. Researching his homily, he takes inspiration from Pope Benedict.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=21&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Christmas - extra opportunities to help those most in need]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Stephen reflects on the extra opportunities that Christmas offers to reach out to those in need of special care and compassion at this time of year.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=20&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A busy Sunday!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark chronicles a Sunday that included Parish Masses, the Parish Bazaar, a call to a nursing home and the hospital, an evening for vocations discernment and a narrow escape from the stocks!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on the encounter of Ambrose with Augustine and the transforming power of kindness.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=18&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A new Cath Soc is formed ; a funeral prompts reflection]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul and Essex Uni Students wait to see if the SU will recognise Cath Soc; the following day Fr Paul's first Requiem Mass in the parish prompts reflection on the Priest's presence at a funeral]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=17&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Advent - "Jesus is the reason for the season"]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[One of Fr John's local pubs put up their Christmas decorations in September! Here, Fr John reflects on an Ecumenical response that highlights the true meaning of Christmas.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=16&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA["Are you sorry to be leaving?" - making the transition from serving as Youth Chaplain]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic has helped to arrange schools concerts for the last time. He reflects on the transition from being Youth Chaplain, and what it means for him as a Priest.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=15&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Discovering true Vocation - following God's will]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Mgr John Armitage writes, "My vocation is not to be a Priest." Surprised? Read today's blog to find out what he means.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=14&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Celebrating St Nicholas and true Advent hope]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Kevin Hale]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[A visit to the London Dungeon inspires Fr Kevin to reflect on the hope-filled example of St Nicholas as a counter-cultural sign for our times.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=6&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Six Martyred Jesuits]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Adrian Graffy reflects on heroic Priests and the witness of Jesuit martyrs in El Salvador.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=2&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A Trinity of Feasts]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[ Daniel Kelly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Daniel Kelly - a fifth year seminarian - reflects on 'three feasts in one day' that touch the lives of seminarians.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=13&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Priests are flesh and blood; they like a laugh and a beer.]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr James Mackay]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr James - a newly ordained Priest - reflects on his discovery as a young man that priests have a wonderful calling and yet are normal, flesh and blood men who like a laugh, a joke and a beer.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=11&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Commemorating the Martyrs of the Venerable English College, Rome]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Reilly]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark is currently completing his studies at the Venerable English College, Rome. This day commemorating them, and St Edmund Campion, causes him to reflect on their astonishing witness.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=12&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Variety in ministry - shared churches, youth ministry and Christmas]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dan Mason]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dan reflects on the variety of life as a Priest in roles that include shared churches and youth ministry. He also offers an insight into Christmas.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=10&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Multi-tasking: an essential dimension!]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Graham Smith]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Graham reflects on the need to multi-task in the day to day ministry of the Parish Priest, modelled on Christ in the Gospel.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=4&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Is there ever a typical week?]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Stephen Myers]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[What would a typical week be like? Fr Stephen shares a week that included a Bishop's visitation, poignant funerals, and a fifty foot lightning conductor blowing from the roof.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=9&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[A sprint to Whipps Cross]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Mark Swires]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Mark reflects on the joy and wonder of hospital ministry, even at times of great suffering.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=7&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Prayer as the foundation of Priesthood]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Brian O'Shea]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Brian reflects on the need for prayer to be constantly topped up so as to truly sustain, strenghten and purify ministry in the midst of busy parish life.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=3&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[University Chaplaincy - variety and challenge]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Paul Keane talks us through a day out with University students, the challenge of their questions, and the inspiration of St John Southworth]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=8&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Why a "Year for Priests?"]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr John Harvey reflects on why the Pope inaugurated a "Year for Priests" and the inspiration that this can be for everyone.]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=5&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Standing on the roof of St Basil the Great]]></title>
      <author><![CDATA[Fr Dominic Howarth]]></author>
      <description><![CDATA[Fr Dominic reflects on travel, vastness and standing on the roof of St Basil the Great, all offering an answer to the question, "Am I worthy to be a Priest"]]></description>
      <link><![CDATA[http://brentwoodvocations.org/vocations-blog/BlogPost.aspx?ID=1&ref=rss]]></link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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