Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Caring for your soul

Just a few thoughts

  • Always smile. Life isn’t always full of reasons to smile, but your smile itself is a reason for others to smile tool. -- Sebastiano Serafini

  • May we never give up on anyone, but know that God’s grace brings forgiveness, hope and peace.

  • World Water Week - We pray for the many people enduring heatwaves, fires and droughts. May it highlight the need for civic leaders to manage this vital resource ‘for people and progress.

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

A heart filled with God’s love will ultimately always be visible on the outside

Just a few thoughts

  • If you choose not to find joy in the snow, you will have less joy in your life but still the same amount of snow. -- James Clear

  • May we also have a heart that is pure in imitation of Jesus

  • We pray for church leaders. May they use the keys of the kingdom to open the door to God’s healing mercy.

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Monday, August 24, 2026

Come and see!

Just a few thoughts

  • If you see me talking to myself, don’t be alarmed. I’m getting expert advice! -- Anon

  • We pray that the courage of St Bartholomew, who faced a most painful martyrdom, may be a particular encouragement for those who are imprisoned and tortured for their Christian faith today.

  • We pray for all who have been invested with civic authority, that they will exercise it wisely and justly for the common good.

  • Sadly my favourite Christian Art site was not available today....

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Sunday, August 23, 2026

The responsibility of caring for the Church

Just a few thoughts

  • Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed. If people all over the world...would do this, it would change the earth. -- William Faulkner

  • We pray for nations facing the increase of Ebola, that God will deliver them from present danger, heal the sick, comfort the sorrowful, enlighten researchers, make wise their leaders.

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Keep trusting, one step at a time

Just a few thoughts

  • Your greatest contribution to the universe may not be something you do, but someone you raise. – Anon

  • True heroism is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost. -- Arthur Ashe

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Friday, August 21, 2026

A passage to the next life

Just a few thoughts

  • Fight for the things that you care about. But do it in a way that will lead others to join you. -- Ruth Bader Ginsburg

  • May Christians above all else, be known for their love of neighbour, especially the ones who are needy and poor at this time.

  • We pray for social educators working to change the culture of domestic violence. May they succeed in making every home a haven for all.

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Encouraging prayer, silence and contemplation.

Just a few thoughts

  • No matter who you are, no matter what you did, no matter where you've come from, you can always change, become a better version of yourself. – Madonna

  • May governments and scientists find ways to prevent the spread of bird flu, so that food supplies are secure and our native birds and animals are protected.

  • We pray for all whose creativity and imagination enrich our culture. May their inspired works be honoured, not stolen, by the merchants of artificial intelligence.

Reflections

The Signs Of The Times

Musical Reflection