Parroċċa Ħajja iżda…. : Żgur li huma ħafna dawk li ilhom ma jieħdu sehem fil-quddiesa tal-Ħadd fil-knejjes tal-parroċċa tagħna.  Għal grazzja t’Alla sa issa għad għandna quddiesa tas-Sibt fil-għaxija u l-Ħadd f’diversi knejjes fil-parroċċa, inkluż il-knisja parrokkjali. Issib min lgħidlek “Mhux xorta fejn tisma’ ?  L-aqwa li tisma !” Quddiem dan il-ħsieb u din l-espressjoni rridu nwasslu dawn iż-żewġ riflessjonijiet: Il-quddiesa mhux tismagħha imma TIEĦU SEHEM FIHA. U tieħu sehem fil-quddiesa billi TIPPARTEĊIPA b’mod mill-aħjar. Ma naħsbux li xorta fejn nipparteċipaw fil-quddiesa tal-Ħadd. Jekk uliedek kull nhar ta’Ħadd jgħidulek li sejrin jieklu għand xi ħadd ma naħsibx li tieħu gost ! L-ikla tal-Ħadd f’nofsinhar hija okkażżjoni biex kulħadd ikun miġbur flimkien mal-mejda – okkażżjoni biex il-familja tkun magħquda flimkien. Daqstant ieħor l-ikla tal-Mulej tal-Ħadd, hija okkażżjoni biex mhux biss tiltaqa’ mal-Mulej, imma biex tiltaqa’ mal-familja parrokkjali tagħna – il-komunita’ Ġiljaniża.  Dan huwa li jagħmilna komunita’ u parroċċa ħajja. Hawn min jgħidlek “aħna qatt ma drajna niġu quddiesa San Ġiljan allavolja issa ilna noqgħdu hawn!” jew “aħna bqajna mmorru fit-tali knisja fit-tali raħal.”  U dawn illum iħossuhom maqtugħa għal kollox mill-komunita’ Ġiljaniża.  Forsi tarahom biss darba fis-sena fil-festa ! B’dan il-ħsieb nixtiequ nħeġġu lil kulħadd, speċjalment lil dawk li jħossuhom verament Ġiljaniżi, biex ilkoll kemm aħna nkunu membri ħajja tal-parroċċa billi almenu nagħżlu d-dar tal-Mulej li għandna fil-parroċċa tagħna għal-laqgħa tagħna tal-Mulej ta’ kull nhar ta’Ħadd. Din tagħmel differenza kbira biex inkomplu nkabbru u nsaħħu l-komunita’ Ġiljaniża – dejjem jekk verament għandna għal qalbna lil San Ġiljan u jekk tixtieq li jkollna parroċċa u komunita’...

Got questions ? Try ALPHA ! : Over 15 million people worldwide have now attended an Alpha course, an opportunity to explore the meaning of life, running in tens of thousands of churches of all denominations across the world. “What distinguishes Alpha from other initiatives is the easy-going, relaxed feel of the proceedings – that, and its astonishing success.” – The Times, London What is Alpha? The Alpha course, is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. It’s relaxed, low key, friendly and fun. Listen, learn, discuss and discover. And ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile. And it’s supported by all the main Christian denominations. What’s involved? Food, talk and good conversation… Food Whether it’s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It’s no different at Alpha! Each session starts with food because it’s a great way to build community and get to know each other. Talk The talks are designed to engage and inspire conversation. Usually around thirty minutes long and delivered over about eleven weeks, they can be presented as a live talk or on video. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity. Discussion Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in small groups. There’s no obligation to say anything and there’s nothing you cant say (seriously). it’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open...

Alpha Sessions for EVERYONE : Alpha will be starting on September 26th at 7.30pm at our new Parish Centre. Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith. It typically occurs over eleven weeks. Each talk looks at a different question concerning our faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is organized all around the globe, and everyone is welcome. It is held in cafés, churches, universities, homes – you name it. No two Alphas look the same, but generally they have three key things in common: FOOD, A TALK and GOOD CONVERSATION. Alpha is for everyone; there’s no pressure, no follow up and no charge. Contact us for more information – [email protected] and [email protected]  . We’d love to hear from you. Try Alpha. Why not?  ...