We are all sons and daughters

Just a few thoughts

• "I remind myself every morning: Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I'm going to learn, I must do it by listening." -- Larry King

• When people face a choice to serve God or to serve their own ambitions and desires, may they always choose God, the source of life and goodness.

Reflections

• The qualities of the child

• A vision of spiritual fatherhood

• The Fury of Love – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• We can never say, ‘We knew nothing about that’

• The dust that will outlast the war

Musical Reflection

• Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

The model for all disciples

Just a few thoughts

• "Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know." -- Pema Chödrön

• We pray for all members of our parish community, that today’s solemn feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will confirm their faith in God’s promise of heavenly glory.

Reflections

• The sign of hope

• Queen of Heaven

• A Poor and Simple Girl – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• New Social Justice Statement tackles homelessness and mental health

• The power of discernment

Musical Reflection

• Magnificat

We can never refuse an offer of reconciliation

Just a few thoughts

• "A warm smile is the universal language of kindness." -- William Arthur Ward

• May those who have become hard of heart be touched by Holy Spirit so that they may see life and people differently, finding peace in their relationships.

Reflections

• God always forgives

• That’s what resentment does

• How can we fear God while we’re also told ‘Do not be afraid’? – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Signs of hope in social justice statement

• Is there an ‘upside’ to getting older?

Musical Reflection

• Take My Hand, Precious Lord

The Presence of God

Just a few thoughts

• "I don't run away from a challenge because I am afraid. Instead, I run toward it because the only way to escape fear is to trample it beneath your feet." -- Nadia Comaneci

• May there be constant effort to reconcile people so that they can be a real peace between Israel and the Palestine and between Ukraine and Russia.

Reflections

• Supportive community

• Managing Conflict

• Trust – reflection for last Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• About the church’s teaching on war.

• The Wisdom of Parables

Musical Reflection

• All Who Hunger Gather Gladly

Trust

 

Just a few thoughts

• "Work for a cause, not for applause. Live life to express and not for impress. Don't strive to make your presence noticed, just make your absence felt." -- Author Unknown

• We pray for the work of our schools, that in educating children and youth, they may reach out to those who are struggling financially, intellectually, emotionally or spiritually.

• We pray for anguished parents who have seen their children killed or traumatised by injury, starvation and terror in theatres of war, that they will find the strength to support and comfort one another.

Reflections

• The greatest among you must be your servant.

• A Constant Delight

• Let yourself be tamed – reflection for last Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Under the microscope

• Grounded in Reality

Musical Reflection

• The Eyes and Hands of Christ

Do a bit of fishing and earn some money to pay the tax

Just a few thoughts

• "From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life." -- Arthur Ashe

• May all workers in Australia be honest in their tax returns, remembering that Jesus paid his taxes also.

• We pray for the whole human family, that all will make their pilgrim way through life fired by a common spirit of faith and hope.

Reflections

• Civil disobedience is sometimes not only a right, but also a responsibility.


• Sharing in the responsibility to the wider community

• What Does It Take To Be Faithless? – reflection for last Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• A Safe Place to Sleep

• A Wise Rabbi

Musical Reflection

• The Supper Of The Lord

The poverty of the rich man.

Just a few thoughts

• ‘Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy’! – Thomas Meron

• We pray for all whose loving service and steadfast faith bear witness to God’s reign, that their example will inspire us to live with gratitude and generosity.

• May the growing intensity of the war between Ukraine and Russia, the oppression of the people of Palestine and the plight of the Israeli hostages and the thousands of prisoners of war, come to an end so that peace and human dignity prevail.

Reflections

• Sacred Anticipation

• Two Minute Homily

• Homily by Frank Brennan
  

The Signs Of The Times

• Preparations underway for Adelaide Diocesan Synod

• A Way of Life

Musical Reflection

• Where Your Treasure Is

Faith can ‘move mountains’!

Just a few thoughts

• If our faith is strong we should be able to make a huge difference in combatting the evils facing our world

• May the deep faith and courage of St Teresa Benedicta, who was martyred in a concentration camp during World War II, intercede for hostages held by Hamas, and prisoners in Israel, Russia and Ukraine, that they may be reunited with their families.

• We pray for workers whose jobs are unrewarding, with no felt meaning or purpose, that they will find ways to maintain their self-respect and know the dignity of labour.

Reflections

• A one step at a time pilgrimage

• Anticipating the Kingdom – reflection for Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Preparations underway for Adelaide Diocesan Synod

• Australia urged to sign UN treaty banning nuclear weapons

Musical Reflection

• A Great Cloud of Witnesses

Take up your cross—whatever it may be.

Just a few thoughts

• "To be one, to be united is a great thing. But to respect the right to be different is maybe even greater." – Bono

• We pray for all Australians, that today’s feast of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop will inspire us to care for the poor, especially young children and vulnerable women.

• May all who live in Australia, placed under the patronage of St Mary of the Cross, grow in respect for one another, have a concern for the poor, and work together to make Australia an hospitable and safe nation.

Reflections

• Mary MacKillop -an agent of action

• No Need to be Afraid – reflection for next Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• The Nicene Creed

• No one left behind? Only if we act now

Musical Reflection

• From Penola's Plains

Peter – The Rock and The Stumbling Block

Just a few thoughts

• "To be one, to be united is a great thing. But to respect the right to be different is maybe even greater." – Bono

• May this Aged Care Employee Day bring blessings upon all who are engaged in this important work, so that with care, devotion and respect, they will honour the dignity of those they care for and work with.

• We pray for those among us who cannot afford necessary health or dental care, that the national community will support the provision of an effective safety net for their wellbeing

Reflections

• “If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”

• Anticipating the Kingdom – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• A reflection for Hiroshima Day and the Feast of the Transfiguration

• God’s Nudge Inside of Us

Musical Reflection

• Lead Me, Lord

The Transfiguration

Just a few thoughts

• "The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire." -- Ferdinand Foch

• We are called to see clearly—to be transformed by the light of Christ—and also to act boldly, walking in his way of compassion, courage, and justice.

• May the light of Jesus’ truth may shine forth in the words and actions of the Church, through every person baptized into Christ.

Reflections

• Who is this Jesus?

• We know that the core of Jesus’ message is to love and to forgive.

The Signs Of The Times

• A reflection for Homelessness Week

• To All Peace-Loving Australians

Musical Reflection

• Transfigure Us O Lord

An image of the early Church

Just a few thoughts

• "You know, somebody actually complimented me on my driving today. They left a little note on the windscreen, it said 'Parking Fine'." -- Tommy Cooper

• As we mark Vocations Awareness Week we pray for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and diaconate for our Archdiocese and for the Religious Orders of priests who minister in our midst.

• We pray for all members of the Australian Parliament, that they will take with the greatest seriousness their responsibility to protect and save nature for future generations.

Reflections

• The Church is rocking and shaking amid the storms of temptation, while the adverse wind rages on.

• When I was in grade 11……...

• A gutsy life – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• ‘You are the sign a different world is possible’, Pope tells youth

• Vinnies urging the Government to fully fund homelessness services

Musical Reflection

• Where Your Treasure Is

 

Jesus said, “You feed them.”

Just a few thoughts

• "To pay attention, this is our endless and proper work." -- Mary Oliver

• May those who, in the Church, are finding leadership a heavy burden, especially among our bishops and priests and congregational leaders, trust in Jesus who is gentle and humble of Heart.

• We pray for national leaders whose addiction to power and empire is the cause of immense misery to countless people, that by the grace of God they will be converted to the way of peace and justice.

• ‘The devil usually enters our life through our pockets’ – Pope Francis

Reflections

• There are two clear lessons

• Let’s reflect on what we have to give today

• In Vain, in Vain – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Frank Brennan reflection

• Two-state solution the only option, Vatican tells UN

Musical Reflection

• O God Beyond All Praising

One's life does not consist in the abundance of possessions

Just a few thoughts

• "With but few exceptions, it is always the underdog who wins through sheer willpower." -- Johnny Weissmuller

• May the youth of our parishes, communities and nation, through our respect of them, be confident in their endeavours and supported in their difficulties.

• May this start of National Homelessness Week and National Missing Persons Week alert us to the many youth who are without a home or without a family, will find their way back to security and family love.

Reflections

• Two Minute Homily

• ‘The devil usually enters our life through our pockets’ – Pope Francis

• Who cares? – Sunday reflection

• The Signs Of The Times

• Where to start in reviving Catholic Action

• Where is the line between public interest and spectacle?

Musical Reflection

• The Lord Upholds My Life

Politicians have no specific training for their job. Nobody should be intimidated by them.

Just a few thoughts

• "Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us." Samuel Smiles

• "We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children." -- Native American Proverb

• We pray for all who dare to become public advocates for justice, that they will be endowed with the courage, determination and skills they need to uphold the cause of right.

Reflections

• John is an example to us of integrity

• Where ambition and ego override truth…….

• Who cares? – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope and 120,000 young pilgrims call for peace in the world

• Working families seeking help push homeless services to the brink

Musical Reflection

• They'll Know We Are Christians By Our Love

Jesus can only help those who are ready to be helped.

Just a few thoughts

• "I've learned through the years that it's not where you live, it's the people who surround you that make you feel at home." -- J.B. McGee

• "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" -- Mary Oliver

• May we not judge by appearances, but rather, with the gift of wisdom, recognize the uniqueness of every individual.

Reflections

• Unbelief

• God in the Ordinary

• Whose Heaven? – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• ‘Holy Father, we’re sinking’

• We remain in the hands of the Lord, Gaza pastor says

Musical Reflection

• For the Beauty of the Earth

The new is caused by the old

Just a few thoughts

• "The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said." -- Peter Drucker

• "Treat everyone with respect and kindness. Period. No exceptions." -- Kiana Tom

• We pray that the rich traditions of the Church may be treasured, and combined with new insights into the scriptures and our understanding of human nature, old and new will be one, held in harmony.

Reflections

• The great discernment

• St Ignatius surrendered his weapons of war and chose to fight a different battle, for a different Kingdom.

• Our Other Desires – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Are AI sermons ethical?

• Vatican diplomat sees role for religious communities in nuclear disarmament

Musical Reflection

• Alleluia! Raise the Gospel

Parables of the Kingdom

Just a few thoughts

• "Here are the values that I stand for: honesty, equality, kindness, compassion, treating people the way you want to be treated and helping those in need. To me, those are traditional values." -- Ellen DeGeneres

• May we, as we await the glory of God, see him among us in the lives of those who love us, and on the faces of the poor and needy.

• We pray for child protection workers, that with solid support from colleagues and mentors they will fulfil their challenging task of keeping children safe and well

Reflections

• Parables of the Kingdom

• The kingdom of God

• Ignore the penny catechism on prayer: it is pure gift – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Are AI sermons ethical?

• Vatican diplomat sees role for religious communities in nuclear disarmament

Musical Reflection

• The Supper Of The Lord

Do you believe this?

Just a few thoughts

• If you are looking for the Kingdom of Heaven, look no further than the parts of God’s creation that you encounter in your daily life.

• May the violence and distress which are sapping the energies and hopes of the people of the land of Martha, Mary and Lazarus will give way to a just peace, reunion of separated family, release of hostages and prisoners and healing for the sick and injured.

• We pray for all whose love is life-giving for us, that we will treasure the gift of their affection and be ever thankful for the blessing of friendship.

Reflections

• Yes Lord, I Believe

• We are made for relationships

• "Ask and you will receive." Really? – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Gaza: In the face of horror, we cannot look away

• Catholic migrants are ‘a true divine blessing’ to the churches that receive them

Musical Reflection

• A Change Is Gonna Come

Yeast - a symbol of growth.

Just a few thoughts

• "I've learned through the years that it's not where you live, it's the people who surround you that make you feel at home." -- J.B. McGee

• We pray for parents, teachers and pastors, that they will lead children by example in the practice of daily prayer

• May the Spirit of Jesus permeate the whole Church so that it becomes known as a community of genuine love.

Reflections

• Living the Christian faith makes a person strong in the midst of difficulties and even able to sustain others in their life’s journey.

• The quiet yet powerful witness of presence

• Living in vulnerability and trusting in God’s transformative power.

• The Signs Of The Times

• The disgrace of deliberate starvation

• Choosing Common Life

Musical Reflection

• Seek The Lord

The Father gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask him

Just a few thoughts

• "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive." -- Howard Thurman

• As Jesus taught his disciples how to pray, may grandparents and the elderly show the path of prayer to succeeding generations so that we all recognise God as our Father.

Reflections

• God does not need to be persuaded or to have his arm twisted to give us what we need.

• Two Minute Homily

• Frank Brennan homily – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• A Fairer Tax and Welfare System 2025 – Vinnies Report

• What would the good Samaritan do today? – An American perspective

Musical Reflection

• The Lord’s Prayer

A call for tolerance, patience, compassion and understanding

Just a few thoughts

• "Don't wait for the stars to align. Reach up and rearrange them the way you want." -- Pharrell Williams

• "Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go." -- T.S. Eliot

• We pray for women in the church, that every door possible will be laid open to enable them to offer their gifts of leadership, witness and service to the whole community.

Reflections

• The Church is messy

• We fool ourselves into thinking that we only need to root out the wrong people in our society, in our world, to arrive at perfection.

• Ask, Ask, Ask, Ask, Ask – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• God’s creation is not a battleground for vital resources

• Humanitarian agencies denounce Israeli ‘siege’ of Gaza

Musical Reflection

• In Every Age

Caring for our brothers and sisters

Just a few thoughts

• "Your life isn't behind you; your memories are behind you. Your life is ALWAYS ahead of you. Today is a new day. Seize it!" -- Steve Maraboli

• May we accept that we must share the cup of the Lord’s suffering in order to share the joy of his glory.

• We pray for workers in essential industries, especially those employed in dangerous, demanding and unpopular work, that they will be justly appreciated for their service.

Reflections

• Ambitious young men

• He kept following Jesus

• On Behalf of Justice – Next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• End to the arms trade “that goes behind every war” – Pope Leo

• Debt relief for developing nations a ‘moral responsibility’

Musical Reflection

• All You Need Is Love 

Why do you speak to the crowd in parables?

Just a few thoughts

• "Life is like a camera. Just focus on what's important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don't turn out — take another shot." -- Anon

• May Christians recognise the presence of God in prayer, and on the faces of the poor and oppressed of the world.

• We pray for the church in Australia, that the practice of synodality will take root in every diocese, parish and organisation across the nation.

Reflections

• We should forever learn

• Why not Straight Talk?
  
  

• Be Sincere and Persevere – Next Sunday reflection
  

The Signs Of The Times

• Catholic Social Teaching ‘relevant’ to challenges facing Parliament

• How coercive control operates in religious settings

Musical Reflection

• A Place at the Table

It is Christ who lives in me

Just a few thoughts

• "The secrets of success are a good wife and a steady job. My wife told me." -- Howard Nemerov

• May bishops, priests and deacons, ordained to preach the word of God, prepare their homilies with prayer, careful attention, sound knowledge and pastoral love.

• We pray for the leaders of nations, that they will increase, not cut off, the flow of humanitarian aid on which many millions rely on to survive and to care for their children.

Reflections

• If our hearts are not soft soil…….

• Lord, make our hearts like rich soil

• Going beyond acceptable limits – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope and Palestinian president discuss humanitarian tragedy in Gaza

• Be fully present to God in the sunrise and sunset

Musical Reflection

• All who hunger gather gladly,

The Christ we know now

Just a few thoughts

• "Blessed are the hearts that can bend; they shall never be broken." -- Albert Camus

• “Always laugh when you can; it is cheap medicine.” -- Lord Byron

• We pray for all women in the Church, that inspired by St Mary Magdalene, the Apostle to the Apostles, they will give witness to the Risen Christ by their faith and love.

Reflections

• The Christ we know now.

• Mary encounters the risen Christ

• Welcoming God – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope Leo XIV is the leader we need now

• Pope calls for immediate end to ‘barbarity’ of war in Gaza

Musical Reflection

• We are the Light of the World

The true sign of Jonah

Just a few thoughts

• "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." -- Marcel Proust

• May we, this day, see God at work around us, in creation and in the people we meet.

Reflections

• Two Minute Sunday Homily

• Formed into a community of radical hospitality – Sunday reflection

• The Signs Of The Times

• Paradox, seeming inconsistency, and tension

Musical Reflection

• Lead Me, Lord

Getting our priorities right

Just a few thoughts

• "When you get little, you want more. When you get more, you desire even more. But when you lose everything, you realize little was enough." – Anon

• We pray for the leaders of nations, that they will increase, not cut off, the flow of humanitarian aid on which many millions rely on to survive and to care for their children.

• We pray that our faith will always be centred upon the mystery of Christ among us, our hope of glory, so that like Martha and Mary we can combine the activity of charity with the silence of prayer.

Reflections

• Pause and Listen

• Frank Brennan’s Homily

The Signs Of The Times

• Israeli settlers kill, destroy and steal with impunity

• Tensions within Spirituality

Musical Reflection

• Go Now You Are Sent Forth

 

Legalists

Just a few thoughts

·       "Freedom begins between the ears." -- Edward Abbey

·       We pray for every country where people are exhausted through war and violence, that God will raise up leaders, women and men, energetic in the cause of peace.

·       We pray for the sick of our parish and families, that the healing of Jesus may give them peace and hope.

Reflections

ü The Little Prince

ü How do we respond to opposition and injustice

ü Love, Justice, and Housework – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø A legacy to care for all of God’s creation

Ø Three dead after Israeli tank fires on Gaza Catholic church

Musical Reflection

¯  There's a Wideness in God's Mercy