Conversations with Archbishop J

February 21, 2024

Call to the wilderness to heal our ancient wound

Q: Archbishop J, why prayer, fasting and almsgiving?     As we saw last week, Lent is a ritual space where we are plunged into the inner purpose […]
February 16, 2024

Lent – a sacred rhythm, a ritual space

Q: Archbishop J, why Lent?    If Carnival is a mirror of our soul, we must conclude all is not well with our soul. We need a […]
February 7, 2024

At the other end of the rope…

Q: Archbishop J, is roping off bands a regression?   This is a sensitive issue and needs delicacy. The question came from a female reveller who held […]
February 1, 2024

Carnival – the good, the bad, a reflection of T&T’s soul

Q: Archbishop J, is Carnival evil?  This is a complex question that deserves a detailed answer. But I will begin with the simple answer. Carnival, the […]
January 24, 2024

Understand meno, understand discipleship

Q: Archbishop J, what is a disciple? A disciple is one who follows his master, sits at the feet of the master, and learns and is […]
January 17, 2024

Dare to see the face of God…and live!

Q: Archbishop J, who can see the face of God and live? The request to see the face of God is denied in the Old Testament. […]
January 11, 2024

Be inspired by sacred Scripture

Q: Archbishop J, how important is reading the Bible? St Jerome has said, “Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.” It is that important to the […]
January 4, 2024

For 2024, commit to a year of prayer & spirituality

Q: Archbishop J, what is your roadmap for 2024? The roadmap for 2024 comes from two sources: first, Pope Francis’ call for a year of prayer […]