How many upright men and women prefer to go against the tide, so as not to deny the voice of conscience, the voice of truth!

Just a few thoughts

·         Today’s Gospel is a horror story! The title of the post and the graphic today are perhaps appropriate.

Reflection.

ü Pope Francis reflecting on the Gospel

The Signs Of The Times

Ø  Congratulations to Dr Miriam-Rose, Senior Australian of the Year  --  Fr Frank Brennan

Ø  Louise Miller Frost, CEO, St Vincent de Paul Society (SA):
At Vinnies we have seen over the last year how the increased JobSeeker has meant less demand for emergency assistance from families in crisis even as we knew people were losing their jobs. Fewer families and individuals in crisis, fewer children going hungry, fewer people choosing between electricity or medicine or food even during the crisis – what a great outcome! 
Every time the JobSeeker Covid supplement is reduced, our crisis call numbers go up within a day or two. People are living that close to the edge of crisis.   Read More

Musical Reflection

¯ Dadirri - The song is a call to listen. And a celebration of stillness."  Inspired by an indigenous expression of spirituality promoted by Dr Miriam-Rose

¯ I had never heard of Luka Bloom, but that was great! So here is another one.
The Beauty of Everyday Things by Luka Bloom

Bits & Pieces

v  1869  --   World's largest alluvial gold nugget, the Welcome Stranger, found by John Deason and Richard Oates (weighting 97.14kg) in Moliagul, Australia