Jesus is not surrounded by a bevy of the richest and most powerful men in the world

Just a few thoughts

·       “Let’s move forward with love, not conquest; humility, not righteousness; generous curiosity, not hardened assumptions.” – Johnson&Wilkinson

·       2.   May the Church be a community, which like the mustard tree, offers a safe shelter for all who are damaged by life.

Reflections

ü Finding God in faith and hope and love.

ü Parables expand the minds and hearts

ü The Gift of Hope – Next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

ü Give us faith

ü Óscar Romero: Preacher of Love and Justice

Musical Reflection

¯  In Faith And Hope And Love

You are the light of the world.

Just a few thoughts

·       You can’t control what hurts or breaks you, but you can control how you choose to move forward -- Keanu Reeves

·       May Christians everywhere find in the goodness of their lives a light revealing the hope of Christ to others

Reflections

ü Truth challenges us

ü Four sayings of Jesus

ü Why Luke warns against judging others and ourselves on the bogus basis of power – Last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Coming to Peace with our Lack of Recognition

Ø Love Draws Us Forward

Musical Reflection

¯  Our God is Here

Sowing the seeds of goodness, love and mercy

Just a few thoughts

·       "I'm touched by the idea that when we do things that are useful and helpful — collecting these shards of spirituality — that we may be helping to bring about a healing." -- Leonard Nimoy

·       May all who celebrate Lunar New Year today, in our land and around the world, receive the gifts of peace, hope, freedom and security.

·       We pray for our parish and faith community, that we will give thanks for being one body in Christ, blessed with the many gifts of the Spirit.

Reflections

ü The courtesy of Jesus

ü God has no favourites.

ü Rebuilding ourselves into a model society for the world – Sunday homily

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Pope Francis to Trump: Reject ‘hate, discrimination or exclusion’

Ø Following Those Who Inspire Us

Musical Reflection

¯  In His Temple Now Behold Him

Celebrating Australia Day with humility and not nationalistic bravado

Just a few thoughts

·       "Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

·       May the grace and peace of God the Father and Jesus Christ the Saviour rest upon each member of our parish community.

·       We pray for children, parents and teachers at the start of this new school year, that it will be a rewarding year of discovery, growth and achievement.

Reflections

·       “Nothing to live or die for,” sang John Lennon

·       Be family and community

·       Homily for Australia Day

The Signs Of The Times

Ø AI should be used to improve life for everyone: Pope Francis

Musical Reflection

¯  Beyond the Moon and Stars

God is present in the world through the Spirit

Just a few thoughts

·       "Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of humans as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." -- Helen Keller

·       International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust – observed around the world as a reminder of the evil of killing people because of their race or religion or disabilities.

·       We pray for all who dwell in this ancient land, that today’s national observance will be an opportunity to give thanks for our blessings, reconcile our differences and commit ourselves afresh to work for the common good.

Reflections

ü Holding our own against the random floods of language that threaten our sanity.

ü If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand

ü 'The Spirit of the Lord is upon me' – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Two views on Australia Day

Ø Consumer group says surge power pricing inequitable

Musical Reflection

¯  The Eyes and Hands of Christ

He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor

Just a few thoughts

·       "Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time." – Anon

·       We pray that the church, in every land will proclaim the good news of God’s unfailing grace and favour

·       For the Indigenous people of Australia who carry a disproportionate burden of poverty, chronic sickness, inadequate housing, and imprisonment, especially among the young, that working together, their dignity will be respected, their culture honoured and their spirituality celebrated.

Reflections

ü Australian Women Preach

ü ‘Jubilee Gospel’

ü Is poverty a value?

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Indigenous council calls for deep reflection and prayer

Ø Making a Difference: A King’s advice to the president

Musical Reflection

¯  Be Brave Make Change

Proclaim the gospel

Just a few thoughts

·       "If you feel like there's something out there that you're supposed to be doing, if you have a passion for it, then stop wishing and just do it." -- Wanda Skyes

·       St Paul preached and wrote of Christ and his message.  May he teach people of the Church working in the field of communications to also be faithful to his art of communication

Reflections

ü The city of God is not made of stones but of people, “living stones.”

ü Examples of loving your enemies

ü Two New Eras – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø In search of Australia Day

Ø We all have a part to play in working for peace.

Musical Reflection

¯  It's Not Too Late

We are part of His mission.

Just a few thoughts

·       Australia Day in its present setting does not mark a day of shared achievement but rather one where there is still much work to be done. – Andrew Hamilton

·       May the Editor and Staff of The Southern Cross Newspaper and our Catholic Communications Office, along with those who prepare parish newsletters and Church magazines be richly blessed in their work as they communicate the message of Jesus.

Reflections

ü Prayer and action

ü Taking an active part in Jesus’ mission

ü A Right to Justice – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø It may be hard for us to accept the fact that Australia’s wealth is based on the occupation and selling of land by invaders who did not own the land. When Australia’s people acknowledge and accept this fact honesty and justice will prevail

Ø The Land Owns Us

Ø Unfinished business

Musical Reflection

¯  We Shall Overcome

Finding solace in nature

Just a few thoughts

·       "You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can be grateful that thorn bushes have roses." -- Tom Wilson

·       May this Holy Year touch all people, so that disillusionment with the state of the world is replaced by a life giving hope

Reflections

ü Sometimes the best thing you can do for others is to rest

ü Jesus never turned anyone away.

ü Your Servant is Listening – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Identity politics traps the indigenous mind in cycle of grievance

Musical Reflection

¯  Judith Durham's Advance Australia Fair

Sabbath – a day of joyful worship and service to God

Just a few thoughts

·       “Leadership is absolutely about inspiring action, but it is also about guarding against mis-action.” -- Simon Sinek

·       May this National Blood Donor Month bring blessings upon all who donate blood and those working in that field, that their giving will bring life to those in need of blood and its products.

·       We pray for those who are setting out on a new path of life this year. May the choices they make be wise and life-giving for themselves and for many others

Reflections

ü Why was he so furious?

ü Providing for the needs of those who came to him as well as those journeying with him.

ü He who abides in love, abides in God – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Education a crucial lifeline for migrants and refugees

Ø A Creed For Australia

Musical Reflection

¯  I Am Australian

¯  We Are Many Parts

Sabbath - a means of experiencing God’s rest, renewal, and presence.

Just a few thoughts

·       "If you wish to be out front, then act as if you were behind." -- Lao Tzu

·       May we all have an unfailing love and respect for the Name of God and a sincere love for our neighbour.

·       We pray for the parishes and dioceses of the church in Australia. May each one be a community of faith in which the many gifts of the Spirit are encouraged to flourish

Reflections

ü Jesus never bound people up with the Law

ü Jubilee Regeneration

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Guidelines on ethical and responsible use of AI

Ø Participating Today

Musical Reflection

¯  'I Am Australian' with Pitjantjatjara language

¯  We Are Many Parts 

Hearts and minds, like new wineskins—flexible, receptive, and open to growth

Just a few thoughts

·       "A wise man adapts himself to circumstances, as water shapes itself to the vessel that contains it." -- Chinese Proverb

·       May those who share the ordained priesthood, proclaim the word of Christ with fidelity

·       We pray for the parishes and dioceses of the church in Australia. May each one be a community of faith in which the many gifts of the Spirit are encouraged to flourish

Reflections

ü Joy even in tribulation

ü Where does our Spirituality lead us?

ü A jubilee of hope

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Hope and kindness make the world more beautiful – Pope Francis

Musical Reflection

¯  Many and One