We are called to be God’s instruments on earth

 

Just a few thoughts

·       “I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let's face it, friends make life a lot more fun.” -- Charles R. Swindoll

·       May those who work and volunteer in Day Centres and Night Shelters for the homeless, and who go into the streets with food for the hungry, see Christ in those they serve, and be blessed by him.

·       For all who are poor, hungry, grieving or maligned, that Jesus’ promise of divine blessing will keep their hopes for relief alive.

Reflections

ü The Creator God loves all creation

ü Jesus’ compassion in action

ü The Advantage of the Poor – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Releasing Any Need for Perfection

Ø Share of wealth held by Australia’s poorest falls sharply

Musical Reflection

¯  Peace Prayer

That they may all be one

Just a few thoughts

·        "I may not be there yet, but I'll get there. No matter what it takes, I'll get there. I refuse to let the trivial things of today weigh down my tomorrow." – Anon

·        “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” -- Beverly Sills

·        May we be careful of words of flattery and persuasion, for sometimes there is evil intention and danger behind them.

·        We pray for women who grieve at having given up their baby for adoption, that whether reunited with their child or not they will find peace of heart and fulfilment.

Reflections

ü Missionaries of peace

ü How can I keep from singing?’

ü The Great Reversal – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Vinnies calls on Government to increase rent assistance

Ø Our Restless Selves

Musical Reflection

¯ Bless The Lord, O My Soul

Love those who are rejected by society.

Just a few thoughts

·        "The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.” -- John Maxwell

·        May this 17th anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen Generation by the Australian Parliament today, shape the desire to right the wrongs of the past, and nourish a national desire for reconciliation across the land.

·        We pray for governments around the world, that they may recognize the equality of men and women before God, and ensure that their human rights are always protected.

Reflections

ü May we too be as inclusive as possible in our relationships.

ü Women still struggle to achieve equality in many aspects of society and church life

ü Why our primary call is to friendship – Last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Jesus and The Poor

Ø Pope slams Trump plan for mass deportations

Musical Reflection

¯ Lord, Let Your Face Shine On Us

The Sacred Heart

Just a few thoughts

·       “The music is not in the notes, but in the silence between.” -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

·       May we care for the earth with a strong sense of responsibility, for it is given to us on trust.

·       We pray for all who have been forced to flee their homes and abandon their life’s belongings, that they will have the courage to begin again, wherever they have found refuge

Reflections

ü Our State of Mind

ü Examining my heart

The Signs Of The Times

Ø The Art of the Self-Serving Deal

Ø Unworthiness Is the Ticket

Musical Reflection

¯  By Name I Have Called You

God’s law V Human law

Just a few thoughts

·       “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go.” -- Dr Suess

·       May those involved in medical research and the development of treatments will work together in a co-operative spirit and adhere to the highest ethical standards.

·       Day of Prayer for the Sick -- We pray for sick people around the world, that our prayers will give them comfort, strength and connection with others

Reflections

ü There can be a bit of the Pharisee in all of us

ü Today let us say ‘yes’ to God’s commandment to love and ‘no’ to human rules that entrap us.

ü Called to go beyond the safe harbour to where God’s Spirit leads us – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø MPs reflect on heart of the matter

Ø Getting the right perspective

Musical Reflection

¯  By Name I have called you

¯  Lourdes Hymn

The Divine hope given by Jesus’ love

Just a few thoughts

·       “Low self-esteem is like driving through life with your hand-brake on.” -- Maxwell Maltz

·       We pray for those whose preaching of the Gospel puts them at risk of ridicule, rejection, harassment or even death, that they will continue to bear resolute witness to Christ.

Reflections

ü From spectator to prophet – Sunday reflection

ü You know me better than I know myself

The Signs Of The Times

Ø On Being Loved Sinners

Musical Reflection

¯  Come and Follow Me

Working together

Just a few thoughts

·       “Low self-esteem is like driving through life with your hand-brake on.” -- Maxwell Maltz

·       We pray for all who are employed in church agencies and institutions, that they will undertake their work gladly in service of the gospel.

·       May our local Church of Adelaide be fully committed to the protection of the life of the unborn, and may parents who have lost a child before or after birth experience the hopeful comfort of Jesus who promised to bless those who mourn.

Reflections

ü Australian Women Preach

ü Frank Brennan Homily

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Unworthiness Is the Ticket

Musical Reflection

¯  Jesus, Hope of the World

In defence of human dignity

Just a few thoughts

·       "That the birds of worry and care fly over your head, this you cannot change, but that they build nests in your hair, this you can prevent." -- Chinese Proverb

·       “Success is an exception, so be exceptional.” -- Malti Bhojwani

·       May we keep on doing good works and sharing our blessings with those who are struggling.

Reflections

ü To rest and to be silent.

ü A pastoral response

ü Who Is Worthy?

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Our Families Are Teachers

Musical Reflection

¯  Gift of Finest Wheat

Truth V Worldly values

Just a few thoughts

·       "Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again." -- Nelson Mandel

·       May there be a good spirit in our Church community so that we may love one another like brothers and sisters, and remember to welcome strangers warmly.

Reflections

ü ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life.’

ü To Raise the World

ü The Difficult Work of Loving Others

The Signs Of The Times

Ø What’s for dinner?  Save waste – and dollars

Ø Christianity does not have a monopoly on heartwarming invocations.

Musical Reflection

¯  Lord, You Have Come (to the Seashore

Those are really rich whose needs are the least

Just a few thoughts

·       "The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." -- Mark Twain

·       May the people of Japan be respectful of the diversity of religion in their land as the Church honours the Japanese Martyrs of Nagasaki, St Paul Miki and Companions, priests, lay men and teenagers.

·       We pray for all consumers, that out of care for God’s creation we will take personal steps to reduce waste and especially to keep our waterways free of plastic pollution

Reflections

ü “Now is the time,” Jesus said

ü Doing no harm….and more

ü The Net of Love – Next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Unafraid of Our Faults

Ø Weep with immigrants

Musical Reflection

¯  Jesus, Hope of the World

He could not help those who had no faith in him.

Just a few thoughts

·       “Standing up for the people of Gaza is not antisemitic nor does it have anything to do with my Jewish brothers and sisters in Australia but everything to do with the Israeli government and their deplorable actions. It has everything to do with justice and human rights.” -- Usman Khawaja

·       May bishops, priests and deacons who see that the Gospel they preach is rejected or treated with indifference, not loose heart, but continue to live out their vocation as teachers of the word with great hope.

Reflections

ü The village mentality

ü A threat to the cohesion of society

ü I am, you are, we are Australian

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Ecumenism: The Imperative for Wholeness Inside the Body of Christ

Musical Reflection

¯  This little light of mine

¯  This Little Light of Mine

Do not fear, only believe.

Just a few thoughts

·       "I choose to make the rest of my life the best of my life." -- Louise Hay

·       May parents who are anxious or distressed at the sickness of a son or daughter turn to God in prayer and find all the strength they need at this difficult time.

·       We pray for Australia’s political leaders, that everything they do or say will promote peace, harmony, truth and justice across the nation

Reflections

ü Talitha kumi

ü Decluttering

ü The first turn of the golden key – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø The value of Church community

Ø Guru Nanak: A Sage Warrior

Musical Reflection

¯  Your Words are Spirit and Life