Walking the synodal path in a way that “sustains, supports and encourages each other”.

Just a few thoughts

·       "You've got to give something back. You can't just sit there." -- Prince Harry

·       “Hope is that thing inside us that insists, despite all the evidence to the contrary, that something better awaits us if we have the courage to reach for it and to work for it and to fight for it.” -- Barack Obama

·       May the example of St Jerome, who dedicated his life to the study and translation of the Scriptures, encourage us to read the word of God and to practice it in our daily lives

Reflections

ü The full Truth is beyond all of us. We are all searching.

ü The test of true discipleship

ü Sunday reflection – Frank Brennan

The Signs Of The Times

Ø A second try at combatting disinformation

Ø When is Fear Healthy?

Musical Reflection

¯  Act justly

¯  Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

Do not be an obstacle

Just a few thoughts

·       When rich people are exempted from paying taxes they are overburdening the poor and that is contrary to justice – Sr Jeanne Dalmagne

·       "One of the sanest, surest, and most generous joys of life comes from being happy over the good fortune of others." -- Robert A. Heinlein

·       May this World Refugee and Migration Sunday convert the hearts of people and governments to welcome people who are in great need and so give them hope for their futures

Reflections

ü Australian Women Preach

ü Prophecy—Challenge and Comfort

ü Anyone who is not against us if for us.

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Drawing near to those from afar

Ø In this Season of Creation (1 September – 4 October 2024), the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart, in collaboration with the Sisters of St Joseph Lochinvar, are pleased to launch their newest community resource supporting Laudato Si’ and Laudate Deum entitled URGENT HOPE.

Musical Reflection

¯  Act Justly

¯  Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

Our journey of faith

Just a few thoughts

·       "A mature person is one who does not think only in absolutes, who is able to be objective even when deeply stirred emotionally, who has learned that there is both good and bad in all people and in all things, and who walks humbly and deals charitably with the circumstances of life, knowing that in this world no one is all knowing and therefore all of us need both love and charity." -- Eleanor Roosevelt

·       “I cannot do everything, but I can do something. I must not fail to do the something that I can do.” -- Helen Keller

·       May those whose lives are darkened by the shadows of war,

·       and who no longer hear the song of birds, not give into despair, but trust that God will bring them to a just and lasting peace.

Reflections

ü Can we see that, without pain and suffering in our own lives and in those of others, our lives would be in many ways impoverished?

ü Let’s be Jesus in the lives of others

ü The Inside Story – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Hospitality in mean times

Ø Synod leaders present details of October General Assembly

Musical Reflection

¯  For the Healing of the Nations

¯  Run

Our Christian duty is to care for the least among society

Just a few thoughts

·       "And there is still a lot to learn and there is always great stuff out there. Even mistakes can be wonderful." -- Robin Williams

·       May the Daughters of Charity in the Archdiocese serving the people of Elizabeth and associated with the Hutt Street Centre for the Homeless find courage as they serve in the spirit of their founder, St Vincent de Paul.

·       May those who work/volunteer in the St Vincent de Paul Society find in St Vincent the inspiration to see Christ in the poor

Reflections

ü What is the difference between those two questions, "Who do the crowds say I am?" and "Who do you say I am?”

ü Spiritual development

ü At the Same Table – Reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Pope Francis says tax billionaires, stop sports betting in fiery economics speech

Ø Brothers and sisters all

Musical Reflection

¯  He Is Among Us

¯  Miserere mei Deus

Violence and death are no longer a solution

Just a few thoughts

·       "Worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere." -- Erma Bombeck

·       Love until it hurts. – Mother Teresa

·       We pray for those who feel discouraged about life, that they may come to see and experience it differently and be filled with hope.

Reflections

ü A Perplexing Reversal!

ü Dare to practise what Jesus preached – and change the world – Last Sunday reflection

ü Setting an Example – reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Vinnies urges Australians to open their hearts to asylum-seekers

Ø Fight for social and economic justice – Pope Francis

Musical Reflection

¯  Hear The Song Of Our Lament

¯  We are People on a Journey

The providence of God

Just a few thoughts

·       "Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath, but the view is much better!" -- Ingrid Bergman

·       "Learning something new is fun." -- Alex Trebek

·       May those who are engaged in the healing professions carry out their roles with sensitivity and care, working in collaboration with others for the welfare of their patients

Reflections

ü Jesus had only eleven men to start with, men who were undistinguished, without learning, ill-informed, destitute, poorly clad, without weapons, or sandals, men who had but a single tunic to wear.”

ü All we need to change the world is a compassionate heart, -being there for others.

ü God delivers the just and innocent on his terms – reflection for last Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Being Rich, But in a Hurry

Ø The Purpose of Contemplation

Musical Reflection

¯  O God of Every Nation

¯  Salaam Shalom

Hearing the word and doing it

Just a few thoughts

·       “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” -- C.S. Lewis

·       May all grow in their appreciation of the word of God and its nourishment for the Christian life

·       We pray for the human family, that the changing climate will summon everyone to respect nature and choose to live in harmony with it.

Reflections

ü Your mother and your brothers are standing outside…

ü Changing the trajectory of the planet in crisis by the way of Jesus – Sunday reflection

ü Being part of the family of God

The Signs Of The Times

Ø The Power of Powerlessness

Ø Imagine what you could be legislating instead

Musical Reflection

¯  We are People on a Journey

¯  Abundant Life

Gifts and Talents

Just a few thoughts

·       If Australia’s politicians truly hold the interests of Australians at their heart, they will find a way to deliver better bipartisan policy solutions to the problems we face, even if those solutions cause discomfort to those with power, money and influence. -- Joe Zabar

·       May the Holy Spirit shine through us in all our actions and words, so that they bring grace to others

·       We pray for peoples around the world still subjected to colonial rule, that they will succeed in maintaining their identity and passing on their cultural heritage

Reflections

ü Sunday Homily – Frank Brennan

ü Discerning our path in life

ü Pay attention to how you listen

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Listening the first step towards reconciliation

Ø Pope fears for future generations but ‘things can change’

Musical Reflection

¯  Our God Is Here

¯  A Rightful Place

Servant of all

Just a few thoughts

·       “If you talk about it, it’s a dream. If you envision it, it’s possible. If you schedule it, it’s real.” -- Tony Robbins

·       In this year’s Season of Creation may we make renewed efforts to overcome the waste of food, fabrics and utensils in our homes.

·       We pray for the leaders of all Christian communities, that like Jesus they will be servants and true shepherds for all in their care, especially young children.

Reflections

ü Australian Women Preach

ü Childish Behaviour – Sunday reflection

ü Pursue the humblest things

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Is peace worth fighting for?

Musical Reflection

¯  Make Me A Servant

¯  God Make Us Servants of Your Peace

No one is beyond the reach of grace

Just a few thoughts

·       “For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” -- Michelle Obama

·       May the Gospel of Jesus Christ be proclaimed by the Church as the source of new life, and never be used as a means to oppress or intimidate people.

·       We pray for our parish community, that together we will take the word of God to heart and put it into practice

Reflections

ü Matthew wrote his gospel to convince Jews that Jesus was the fulfilment of their prophecies

ü What I want is mercy, not sacrifice.

ü How to get to be first – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Pope Francis’ Intention for September: For the cry of the Earth

Ø A new Australian app, available as a free download, offers a novel way to celebrate the Season of Creation.

Ø ‘Season of Creation’ – everything and everyone is connected!

Musical Reflection

Ø Lord of creation

Ø The integral ecology journey