Friday, April 24, 2026

The Eucharist - a community celebration

Just a few thoughts

  • May you live as long as you want, and never want as long as you live.” -- Irish Saying

  • International Guide Dog Day - May this day evoke appreciation for those who train them, and be a day of blessing for all who are supported by their guide dogs.

  • We pray for the world’s writers, publishers and readers. May this week’s World Book and Copyright Day highlight the creative gift of writing and uphold every child’s right to read.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Thursday, April 23, 2026

I chose you out of the world

Just a few thoughts

  • The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. They are the ones that get people to do the greatest things. -- Ronald Reagan

  • May leaders of nations where goodwill prevails work together to use diplomacy as an effective tool to overcome the hatred which is driving wars across the Middle East, between Russia and Ukraine, in Sudan and in Myanmar.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Transforming us into Himself

Just a few thoughts

  • "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." -- Miles Kington

  • Secretary’s Day - May the secretaries of our parishes, schools and colleges, various agencies and religious congregations across the Archdiocese, receive many blessings

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

I am the bread of life.

Just a few thoughts

  • Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge. -- Simon Sinek

  • We pray for diplomats, negotiators and consultors, that their efforts to broker peace in fields of war will bear lasting fruit.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Monday, April 20, 2026

The soul longs for God

Just a few thoughts

  • "Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." – Epicurus

  • Volunteer Appreciation Day -may it be one of thanksgiving for all who volunteer in our parish, and those who do so in the wider community, bringing kindness and support to many people.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Sunday, April 19, 2026

He walks beside them on their mistaken path.

Just a few thoughts

  • "Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate." -- Albert Schweitzer

  • We pray that respect will be shown toward Pope Leo and religious leaders around the world as they uphold the dignity of every person, the qualities of justice and mercy, international law, and the right of freedom of religion.

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Discovering that He is with us every step of the way.

Just a few thoughts

  • "Don't ruin a good today by thinking about a bad yesterday." – Anon

  • May those who are frightened, who suffer from depression and other mental illnesses, take heart from the words of Jesus: “It is I. Do not be afraid.”

Reflections
The Signs Of The Times
Musical Reflection