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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
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The best way to lead people into the future is to connect with them deeply in the present. -- James M. Kouzes and Barry Posner
May the growing crisis across the Middle East, including the violence committed against the Palestinians, continuing in Gaza and increasing in the West Bank be replaced by real efforts at bring peace to all.
Called to be the mobilisation of a greater good and a greater hope – reflection for Sunday
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"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." --- Plato
May Pope Leo’s Easter appeal for world peace, dialogue and encounter, be heard by world leaders so that war, violence and destruction is brought to an end swiftly.
Frank Brennan Homily – reflection for next Sunday
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Only if we understand will we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help will we all be saved. -- Jane Goodall
May those who doubt the word of God and that of honest people learn from the disciples, who first doubted the witness which Mary of Magdala gave to Christ’s resurrection.
Easter Unbelief – reflection for next Sunday
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"As I look back on my life, I realize that every time I thought I was being rejected from something good, I was actually being redirected to something better." == Steve Maraboli
In the Eucharist may we feel close to the Risen Christ, and through him appreciate that we are all brothers and sisters together.
Overcoming Fear– reflection for next Sunday
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Leadership is not about a title or a designation. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration. -- Robin S. Sharma
We pray for all who believe in the Risen Jesus, that their faith in him, and their commitment to charity, may grow stronger in this week of the resurrection.
We pray for leaders in church and society, that they will awaken a new spirit of hope in the many who are downcast and anxious.
His Healing Touch – reflection for next Sunday
