Joy -something we receive

Just a few thoughts

• "I have a daughter and she's the greatest thing that ever happened to me. She gives me a good excuse to watch cartoons." -- Mike Dirnt

• We pray for those in authority in the Church, that they may lead in the spirit of the Apostles, and not make life unnecessarily difficult for those who strive to live by faith.

• We pray for all organisations with children, young people or vulnerable adults in their care, that they will faithfully fulfil their duty of keeping them safe from harm.

Reflections

• Some Christians are incredibly ‘serious’ about their faith.

• Approaching each day with some enthusiasm

• The Promise of the Spirit - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Joy is the distinctive sign of a true Christian.

• Resisting Trump's extreme religiosity

Musical Reflection

• I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say

Staying attached

Just a few thoughts

• What you do has far greater impact than what you say. -- Stephen Covey

• May we trust the word of Jesus and know that every prayer we offer in faith will be granted according to the will of God.

• We pray for the human family, that a new solidarity shared by all will emerge from the conflicts and divisions that are tearing the world apart

Reflections

• The vine is the branches!

• He is our home, and we are his home.

• The truth may not be where we start from, but it is where we hope to arrive - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Synodality and becoming part of the family

• Beauty, Memory, and Grief

Musical Reflection

• This is a Day of New Beginning

Peace begins in the human heart

Just a few thoughts

• "You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection." – Buddha

• International Day for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities – may we ensure that they are protected here in Australia, and also that governments and agencies will support those disabled through present and past wars.

Reflections

• My peace I give to you.

• Freedom from the ego

• Are we there yet? - reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• The NDIS has transformed lives – but profit is distorting its purpose

• Australia has waited 21 years for a Human Rights Act

Musical Reflection

• God's Peace

The cost of discipleship

Just a few thoughts

• "One man's poison ivy is another man's spinach." -- George Ade

• Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another. -- John C. Maxwell

• We pray for church leaders, that guided by the Holy Spirit they will discern the forms of ministry that best proclaim the good news and serve those most in need.

Reflections

• Abiding in God

• Making room for God

• Following Christ: the Way, the Truth and the Life - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• The Way, The Truth, The Life

• Loneliness is spreading – and modern life is driving it

Musical Reflection

• Dear Lord and Father of Mankind

We cannot know God unless we know Jesus.

Just a few thoughts

• "Astronomy compels the soul to look upwards and leads us from this world to another." – Plato

• We pray for Archbishop Patrick and for all who will participate in the Diocesan Synod beginning this month, that guided by the Holy Spirit they will work together harmoniously and prayerfully.

• We pray in the midst of so many wars and places of political chaos for all journalists and their co-workers on this World Press Freedom Day, that they will be protected from harm, report the truth, and promote the dignity of all, especially those most vulnerable.

Reflections

• Two-Minute Homily

• Living the ‘way of Jesus’

• Frank Brennan’s Homily- reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Inquiry calls for gun buyback scheme and improved security

• On pressing for freedom

Musical Reflection

• Jesus Christ You Are My Life

God exists fully in our humanity through Jesus

Just a few thoughts

• "You've got to think lucky. If you fall into a mudhole, check your back pocket — you might have caught a fish." -- Darrell Royal

• May we never tire of praying for world peace, and keep a deep concern for people injured, made homeless, deprived of food, water and medical assistance, or loosing hope for their future.

• We pray for the staff and volunteers of food banks and homeless shelters. May their care of the needy help break the cycle of disadvantage.

Reflections

• St Joseph the Worker

• Do not let your hearts be troubled

• Playing It Straight - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• War represents a failure in human relationships

• Give young people a fair go

Musical Reflection

• St. Joseph, Bless Every Worker

Holiness is lived, not spoken

Just a few thoughts

• "What if life is like a Lego set and you can put them together whatever way you want…” -- Pharrell Williams

• May all workers be blessed today on the feast of their patron, St Joseph, so that their rights may be preserved, their conditions kept safe, and their environment made friendly.

• We pray for those who work in difficult and dangerous jobs. May this week’s United Nations Health and Work Safety observance reinforce their workplace rights.

Reflections

• St Joseph the Worker

• Do not let your hearts be troubled

• The risen Jesus is “the way, and the truth, and the life.” - reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• A truly dedicated and valued member of his communities

• Most Australians back increase in JobSeeker payments

Musical Reflection

• I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say