Saturday, April 4, 2026

Silent Saturday -the Church holds its breath

Just a few thoughts

  • "Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world." -- Desmond Tutu

  • We pray for all in need, that the homeless, the fearful, the hungry and the destitute will be transformed in the risen Jesus, as we dedicate ourselves to their care.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Self-giving love

Just a few thoughts

  • A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. -- John C. Maxwell

  • We pray for the Church in every place that faith in Jesus in the Eucharist will sustain, nourish and fill us all with charity.

  • We pray for all refugees and asylum seekers in Australia, especially those who have endured many years of painful uncertainty. May their just claims be heard and decided without delay.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

God’s redeeming grace

Just a few thoughts

  • "Some people cannot accept mistakes. Everything has to be perfect from the start. They think others will look down on them if they appear to be flawed. These people are frequently stressed. The happiest and most successful people focus on improvement. They love mistakes and flaws, because they see them as opportunities to grow. Learn from these people. Have lofty goals, but have realistic standards. Don't judge yourself based on the results of your action. See them as feedback, and seek improvement from there." -- Blon Lee

  • May we be true disciples and listen to God every day so that we may do what is right and true.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

God’s love is always on offer

Just a few thoughts

  • A man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back on the crowd. -- Max Lucado

  • May those who betray a friend receive the grace to repent, to be forgiven and to be reconciled again.

  • We pray for the Australian Catholic community. May Caritas Australia’s Lenten appeal to ‘Unite against Poverty’ stir us to action throughout the year.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

 

Monday, March 30, 2026

An act of pure love

Just a few thoughts

  • "You know, all that really matters is that the people you love are happy and healthy. Everything else is just sprinkles on the sundae." -- Paul Walker

  • May Christ bless with his peace the suffering people of Holy Land and across the Middle East, in Ukraine and all other places of war and release them from the terror which enfolds them.

  • We pray for the members of the Jewish community as they begin observing Passover this week. May their rituals renew them in faith and fellowship.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Sunday, March 29, 2026

The palm in our hands becomes a quiet symbol of discipleship.

Just a few thoughts

  • Every time you are tempted to react in the same old way, ask if you want to be a prisoner of the past or a pioneer of the future -- Deepak Chopra

  • For people everywhere: may despair and pain be lifted from every heart so that hope is restored to everyone.

  • We pray for the United Nations Organisation and for all international bodies entrusted with keeping the world safe. May their authority be respected and used effectively in the cause of peace.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection