Just a few
thoughts
·
"Change the way you look at things and the
things you look at change." -- Wayne W. Dyer
·
May Australians vote carefully, wisely and
thoughtfully next Saturday, thinking not just about themselves but the needs of
all.
Reflections
ü “Don’t
tell me what you ‘believe’; tell me what you love.”
ü Believing
Thomas – last Sunday reflection
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Governor-General
hopes world leaders inspired by Pope’s message
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
“Be who God meant you to be, and you will set
the world on fire.” – St Catherine of Siena
·
"Blessed are the hearts that can bend; they
shall never be broken." -- Albert Camus
·
We pray for parents, teachers and school
students, that the second term of the school year will be a shared experience
of discovery and development
Reflections
ü Keeping our faith simple
and uncomplicated
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Media
reminded of pontiff's humanity
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"If you will stay close to nature, to its
simplicity, to the small things hardly noticeable, those things can
unexpectedly become great and immeasurable." -- Rainer Maria Rilke
·
May Australians think carefully before they vote
in next Saturday’s elections and consider the common good of all.
·
May Australians think carefully before they vote
in next Saturday’s elections and consider the common good of all.
Reflections
ü Celebrating
the gift and the legacy of Pope Francis
ü The faith
journey of Nicodemus
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø What
happens when the west abandons foreign aid?
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
Love and sacrifice are woven into the fabric of
our existence
·
May the cardinals, gathering to elect a
successor to Pope Francis, be open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit and, in
the Conclave, each follow his own conscience with serenity.
·
We pray for all who long for a better world,
that the life and work of Pope Francis will keep inspiring them to hear the cry
of the earth and the cry of the poor.
Reflections
ü Belief?
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø The
Resurrection: The Ultimate Meta-Narrative
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"I have not ceased being fearful, but I
have ceased to let fear control me." -- Erica Jong
·
May those who pass on the story and word of
Jesus to others, especially parents, bishops, priests, deacons, teachers and
catechists, pastoral workers and chaplains, do so with the enthusiasm of the
apostles Peter and John.
·
May those who pass on the story and word of
Jesus to others, especially parents, bishops, priests, deacons, teachers and
catechists, pastoral workers and chaplains, do so with the enthusiasm of the
apostles Peter and John.
Reflections
ü Our
faith is a bottomless ocean
ü Trust
after Heartbreak – Sunday reflection
The Signs Of
The Times
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"Bravery is being the only one who knows
you’re afraid." -- Franklin P. Jones
·
May we feel close to the Risen Christ, so that
we see the futility of war and the nobility of peace, worthy of those who
sacrificed life for our country.
·
We pray for the people of Australia and New
Zealand, that this week’s Anzac Day observance will unite them in remembrance
of the fallen and in hope for peace on earth
Reflections
ü The
Good News reveals itself in the Now.
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Vinnies
South Australia - In-Memorium-Pope-Francis
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"Bravery is being the only one who knows
you’re afraid." -- Franklin P. Jones
·
We pray for all who believe in the Risen Jesus, that
their faith in him, and their commitment to charity, may grow stronger this
week of the resurrection.
·
We pray for the voters of Australia, that they
will consider the candidates and their policies carefully and vote for those
best suited to lead the nation wisely and well.
Reflections
ü Believing
– reflection for next Sunday
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø A
reflection for International Mother Earth Day
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"My favourite things in life don't cost any
money. It's really clear that the most precious resource we all have is
time." -- Steve Jobs
·
May we recognize Christ present in this
community at this very moment, because we have gathered in his Name
·
We pray for the many whose life is a daily
struggle of survival in places of violence, hunger and hardship, that their
cries for help will bring the relief they so desperately need
Reflections
ü Christ
does not force us, he invites us.
ü The
Resurrection – a conviction rooted in experience
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Catholic
Alliance for People Seeking Asylum (CAPSA)
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
We thank Pope Francis for his leadership and
focus on the well being of humanity.
·
May we, by the way we live each day, give
witness to the risen Lord, as did St Mary of Magdala.
·
"Do not be satisfied with the stories that
come before you. Unfold your own myth." – Rumi
Reflections
ü The ‘Apostle
to the Apostles’.
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Pope
Francis’ remarkable pontificate
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"Libraries allow children to ask questions
about the world and find the answers. And the wonderful thing is that once a
child learns to use a library, the doors to learning are always open." --
Laura Bush
·
May those who create lies in order to cover up
the truth come to realize how dangerous is their action.
·
We pray for the church, that in every place
lively communities of easter faith will display the joy of the gospel and
radiate God’s life-giving love.
Reflections
ü Suddenly
Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!”
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Easter
Message - Archbishop Costelloe
Ø “Life is not
ended, it merely changes,”
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"If an egg is broken by outside force, Life
ends. If broken by inside force, Life begins. Great things always begin from
inside." -- Jim Kwik
·
We pray that trusting in One God, who is Lord of
all, we will be released from the tyranny of war, from all hatred and violence,
and so come to a lasting and just peace.
·
We pray for the whole human family, that in this
time of global turmoil nations will come together in a solidarity of hope,
friendship and common purpose.
Reflections
ü The
beginning of a story, and not the end.
ü The Risen Christ lives
among us. – Sisters of St Joseph
The Signs Of
The Times
Musical
Reflection
Just a few
thoughts
·
"One is never afraid of the unknown; one is
afraid of the known coming to an end." – Krishnamurti
·
"Far too many people are looking for the
right person, instead of trying to be the right person." -- Gloria Steinem
·
We pray for all in need, that the homeless, the
fearful, the hungry and the destitute will be transformed in the risen Jesus, as
we dedicate ourselves to their care.
Reflections
ü Patience
ü It is in the
silence that God can speak.
The Signs Of
The Times
Ø Easter
Message – Bishop Vincent Long
Ø Justice
and Compassion – Shaping Australia’s Future
Musical
Reflection
