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.
Emmaus is emblematic of our journey of discipleship – reflection for this Sunday
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"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.
Frank Brennan’s Homily – reflection for this Sunday
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"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.”
Sinners yet Loved – reflection for next Sunday
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There is no such thing as a quantum leap. There is only dogged persistence – and in the end, you make it look like a quantum leap. -- James Dyson
We pray that Australians will learn how not to be wasteful of food, and that organizations who distribute surplus food to those in need will be rewarded for their generosity.
Cut to the Quick– reflection for next Sunday
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A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." -- Gertrude Jekyll
We pray for residents in aged care facilities. May they be respected, well-nourished, comforted and cared for as their human dignity demands.
The Encounter – reflection for next Sunday
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When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the ones which open for us. -- Alexander Graham Bell
May the faith of all believers be strengthened by the courage of the apostles, who miraculously released from prison, returned to the Temple to preach that Jesus is risen.
Doubting Thomas and the nature of faith – reflection for Sunday
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"If plan A doesn't work, the alphabet has 25 more letters — 204 if you're in Japan." -- Claire Cook
May our parish community live with the spirit of the first Christian community in Jerusalem, and be united in the teaching of the apostles, the fellowship, the breaking of the bread and the prayers.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is – reflection for Sunday
