Just a few thoughts
"Earth and
sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea,
are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more than we can
ever learn from books." -- John Lubbock
The Greatness of Mary – next Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"The idea
of kids helping other kids is such a great way to introduce children
to being involved in charitable causes and volunteer work, setting
them on the path to doing good for others throughout their lives."
-- Brandy Norwood
Called Beyond – next Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"Learn to
enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for
something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think
how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it's at
work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and
savored." -- Earl Nightingale
God with us - Emmanuel – next Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better." -- Albert Einstein
May we give thanks for our ancestors, whose faith, culture, and traditions have helped to shape who we are today.
We pray for one another, that we will grow ever more prayerful and peaceful through the remaining days of the Advent season
Quelling anxiety by staying in the present – Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"Give yourself permission to immediately walk away from anything that gives you bad vibes. There is no need to explain or make sense of it. Just trust what you feel." – Anon
May all people know and do the will of God And so work for peace everywhere and for everyone through prayer and action.
We pray for the Australian community, that our seasonal gift-giving will be generous, waste-conscious and mindful of the poor.
Making Christ’ messianic agenda our own – Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." -- Alice Walker
May we who have been baptised into Christ live our faith confidently, with joy and hope.
We pray for all who care for nature, that their active love of creation will bear fruit in a healthy habitat for all living things
Where do we find Christ today? – Sunday reflection
Just a few thoughts
"It's not how long you live, but how you live, that matters most." -- Jill Whitman
May we, in these Advent days, be patient and not lose heart, and never make complaints against each other, in our families, parishes and communities.
We pray for health services supporting persons with any form of disability, that they will affirm their dignity and gifts and assist them to take their rightful place in the community
Reflections
Frank Brennan homily – Sunday reflection
