He remains with us in spirit

Just a few thoughts

• "What I like most about change is that it's a synonym for 'hope.' If you are taking a risk, what you are really saying is, 'I believe in tomorrow and I will be part of it.'" -- Linda Ellerbee

• We pray that St Matthais, one of the patrons of those who live with Alcoholism, will intercede for them so that they can live peaceful lives, free of addiction.

• We pray for nurses, that this week’s International Nurses Day will highlight the indispensable role they play in saving lives and promoting health

Reflections

• Rest in God’s love

• ‘Well God still believes in you!’

• No Distance - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Mild-mannered Pope Leo prioritises unity and peace

• Vinnies welcomes tax changes but says further reforms needed

Musical Reflection

• Hail the day that sees him rise

A message the world still very much needs today.

Just a few thoughts

• I believe in a quiet, strong, and grounded leadership. I think some of the best leaders are those whose work is widely known and respected but who, themselves, are relatively unknown. -- Rachael Chong

• May priests approach people with pastoral love, and encourage them and recognise the presence of God in their lives.

• We pray for the federal Treasurer and all who are helping draft this week’s federal budget, that they will be guided by principles of fairness, human dignity, the common good and the care of creation.

Reflections

• The Spirit working in us

• The Spirit will lead you to the truth

• Mothers Day - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Science and Christian Faith – Friends Not Foes

• Hits and misses in federal budget

Musical Reflection

• Clap your hands, all you nations

Youthful faith and courage.

Just a few thoughts

• "Do not be afraid of your difficulties. Do not wish you could be in other circumstances than you are. For when you have made the best of an adversity, it becomes the steppingstone to a splendid opportunity." -- Helena Petrovna Blavatsky

• International Nurses Day – May this day evoke great appreciation from all people for their dedication, hard work, skills and professionalism, and bring the richest of blessings upon them all.

• We pray for those seeking to establish ethical principles for the use of artificial intelligence, that they will gain strong and enforceable international support for them.

Reflections

• The Spirit is the continued presence of Jesus

• Love-in-action

• Our Struggle In Faith - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Fair share

• Pope calls on Christians and Muslims to ‘revive humanity where it has grown cold’

Musical Reflection

• Christ Has No Body Now But Yours

Standing firm

Just a few thoughts

• "Sometimes in life you don't always feel like a winner, but that doesn't mean you're not a winner, you want to be like yourself." -- Lady Gaga

• May there be in the hearts and minds of all Christians a deep love for truth.

Reflections

• TheTeacher within

• Women in the evolving church

• A shared endeavour - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• A procession for peace in the heart of Adelaide

• Trump raises voice – Vatican lowers heat

Musical Reflection

• The Fullness Of God

 

We are called to choose to love

Just a few thoughts

• Your job as a leaders is to stay as close in touch as possible with those closest to the action. -- Kat Cole

• For Mothers across the nation, that this day will bring them peace and safety within their families, security and good health, faith and charity.

Reflections

• Two-minute homilies

• Just follow the instructions

• Frank Brennan’s Homily - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Reclaiming democracy

• A Soul Friend

Musical Reflection

• A New Commandment I Give Unto You

The early Christians spoke and lived with extraordinary courage.

Just a few thoughts

• "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." -- Pablo Picasso

• World Fair Trade Day – may this day encourage nations to work together justly for the welfare of all peoples and help alleviate economic difficulties.

Reflections

• Is there some secret satisfaction in hatred?

• It is not our job to ask why or who we should love, but to just love.

• Remembering the truth - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• MPs head to church

• The Momentum of Synodality

Musical Reflection

• Love divine, all loves excelling

 

I have chosen you.

Just a few thoughts

• True Leadership stems from individuality that is honestly and sometimes imperfectly expressed...Leaders should strive for authenticity over perfection. -- Sheryl Sandberg

• May the Adelaide Church walk in the Holy Spirit as we move towards the Diocesan Synod, with every delegate fully engaged in the synodal process.

Reflections

• In real love there is no ego

• Struggle with change

• God With Us - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope Leo at one year

• As more Australians reach crisis point, Vinnies launches winter appeal

• From the Antisemitism Royal Commission

Musical Reflection

• Love Is His Word