We are of ‘the household of God.’

Just a few thoughts

• "Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent." -- Eleanor Roosevelt

• We pray for those of the edge of our society, that the respect they are shown and the practical assistance which they are given, will give them hope for the future.

• We pray for all who make use of social media to shape public opinion, that they choose to observe a strong code of ethics and high standard of truth.

Reflections

• Frank Brennan’s Homily

• Two-Minute Homily

• Life can be seen as a ladder or a circle

The Signs Of The Times

• Church’s focus on synodality likened to a pilgrimage

• Last churches in Gaza say they will not evacuate

Musical Reflection

• Prayer of St. Francis

We have all been endowed with talents

Just a few thoughts

• Your talent is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God. -- Leo Buscaglia

• May each one of us recognise the gifts God has given us, appreciate them, and use them responsibility and generously.

Reflections

• Everyone of us has been endowed in some way.

• Use it or lose it

• Resembling God – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope encourages politicians and civic leaders to grow in their faith

• Society fails to uphold basic human rights to shelter and health care

Musical Reflection

• Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

The drama of conscience

Just a few thoughts

• "Where there is plenty, charity is a duty, not a courtesy." -- Owen Feltham

• May those who make false or dangerous promises change their behaviour and seek truth in all situations.

• We pray for those in poor health within our families, our parish community and among our friends and acquaintances, that they will take heart from the loving care we offer them.

Reflections

• The drama of conscience

• The spiritual battle between good and evil still endures

• A Unique Invitation – next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Pope at lunch with the poor

• Pope pleads with Israel and Hamas to end the violence

Musical Reflection

• Fill My House

The only place where something can be done: the present.

Just a few thoughts

• "Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world's grief. Do justly, now." -- Talmudic teaching

• We pray that we may live this day in the presence of God, discovering the Divine in the prayer and worship of the Eucharist, in the poor and in creation, and in the dignity of every person we meet.

• We pray for business managers in dioceses, parishes and church agencies, that they will fulfil their responsibilities with integrity and ensure that the church’s material resources serve its gospel mission.

Reflections

• Stay awake!

• Faithful and Wise Servant

• Living in joyful hope and dying in perfect trust – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Australian Catholic Youth Festival

• What Makes a Good Marriage?

Musical Reflection

• Gather us in

We all make mistakes

Just a few thoughts

• "We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives." -- John F. Kennedy

• May we be not only generous, but even extravagant, in the love and respect which we give to others.

• World Water Week - We pray that all of us will realise the critical role of water in addressing climate change, environmental degradation and biodiversity loss.

Reflections

• The blindness of the self-righteous

• Jesus is not interested in putting us on trial

• Heaven’s Gate – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Is it just me, or is something wrong with the world?

• Social Justice Sunday -Signs of Hope on the Edge: Serving Homeless People with Mental Ill Health

Musical Reflection

• All Are Welcome

Woes

Just a few thoughts

• "The earth is the mother of all people, and all people should have equal rights upon it." -- Chief Joseph

• May we have as our priority in life a firm commitment to Jesus, and the practice of justice, mercy and good faith.

• We pray for ceasefires in every place of bloodshed, hate and pain, that serious negotiations can be undertaken to end suffering and promote peace.

Reflections

• A hypocrite does not know how to love.

• Masquerading Righteousness

• Embodying God’s all-embracing love and God’s pathos for the least – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Releasing Our Passions

• Israeli military’s own data indicates civilian death rate of 83% in Gaza war

Musical Reflection

• All Are Welcome

Alas For You

Just a few thoughts

• "May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears." -- Nelson Mandela

• May we show our faith in action, work for love, and persevere with hope.

• We pray for the global church, that its mission of proclaiming the good news to the world will be enhanced by the creative use of social media.

Reflections

• The Way We Behave

• The path of Jesus is always clear

• What must I do to be saved? – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• A Pastoral Statement on Gaza

• An immigrant bishop…..

Musical Reflection

• In Christ There Is No East Or West

The Narrow Door

Just a few thoughts

• "Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths." -- Arnold Schwarzenegger

• We pray for the family of nations, that members will work together, not against one another, in determining how best to respond to the challenge of mass migration.

• We pray that societies will resist the temptation to confront each other for ethnic, political and religious reasons.

Reflections

• Frank Brennan’s Homily

• Two-minute Homily

The Signs Of The Times

• Our mission in the world

• The Gaza crisis and the Australian Church

Musical Reflection

• In Christ There Is No East Or West

Whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

Just a few thoughts

• "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." -- Maya Angelou

• May we, above all else, be known for our love of neighbour, especially those who are needy and poor.

Reflections

• Humility

• Seeking to serve

• A Person of Charity – next Sunday reflection

• The Signs Of The Times

• Being a practising Christian

• Catholics called to ‘welcome, support, and embrace’ immigrants

Musical Reflection

• In the Day of the Lord

As I have loved you

Just a few thoughts

• "Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." -- Berthold Auerbach

• With the prayers of Mary, Queen of Peace, may nations work to advance the cause of peace everywhere.

Reflections

• Greatest commandment

• The beautiful figure of Ruth

• The Narrow Gate – next Sunday reflection

• The Signs Of The Times

• Aboriginal land rights still leave communities 'land rich but dirt poor'

• Leunig cartoon: Antisemitism or valid political comment?

Musical Reflection

• The Last Shall be First

Many are invited.

Just a few thoughts

• "There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate." -- Linda Grayson

• May we prepare for the heavenly banquet wearing the garment of salvation, which is made of Christ’s virtues of compassion, kindness, patience, humility and love.

Reflections

• It is just that each person has what he needs to live

• Come to the Feast

• Fire and the sword – a Gospel reading not for the fainthearted – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Caritas Australia urges supporters to sign Gaza petition

• Gaza priest says evacuation order issued for parish neighbourhood

Musical Reflection

• Do This in Memory of Me

The love of God

Just a few thoughts

• "You don't have to be fearless, just don’t let fear stop you." -- Charlie Day

• May we be not only generous, but even extravagant, in the love and respect which we give to others.

• We pray for workers facing job losses or workplace disruption because of artificial intelligence, that their right to a secure livelihood will be justly upheld

Reflections

• It is just that each person has what he needs to live

• God’s Timing, God’s Love

• An Unnatural Wound

The Signs Of The Times

• Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment has been a long time coming

• Wisdom in Action

Musical Reflection

• Lord of Creation, to You be all praise

A gospel reading about ‘rich poverty’.

Just a few thoughts

• "Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes." -- Maggie Kuhn

• May the Church not become distracted by its wealth, but always use its resources for the good of others, especially the poor and needy.

• World Humanitarian Day - We pray for the staff and volunteers of humanitarian agencies, that this week’s United Nations observance will encourage them in their compassionate service of victims of violence, poverty and social upheaval.

Reflections

• Rich poverty

• Sharing all Things in Common

• Setting the Earth on fire – Sunday homily.

The Signs Of The Times

• Signs of hope in Social Justice Statement

• Wisdom in Action

Musical Reflection

• Come Into My House

Having treasure in heaven

Just a few thoughts

• "You are a product of your environment. So choose the environment that will best develop you toward your objective. Analyse your life in terms of its environment. Are the things around you helping you toward success – or are they holding you back?" -- W. Clement Stone

• May those who are caught up in seeking wealth and possessions realize how fragile are such gifts, and so search for that treasure in heaven, which is Christ Jesus.

• We pray that no believer will lose sight of Jesus who leads us in our faith and brings it to fulfilment.

Reflections

• How to use wealth and obtain life

• If you want to be perfect…...

• Faithful discipleship in the face of existential risk – Sunday homily.

The Signs Of The Times

• About the 2025 Social Justice Statement
  Rose Beynon; National Director of Policy and Research, St Vincent de Paul Society

• Losing Our Innocence

Musical Reflection

• You Are Near

Is it possible to be a comfortable Christian?

Just a few thoughts

• "Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." -- Haruki Murakami

• We pray for each other that we will never lose sight of Jesus, but keep on running steadily the race we have started with great hope.

• We pray for the church local and global, that like Jeremiah and Jesus it will dare to announce unwelcome truths boldly for salvation’s sake.

Reflections

• Frank Brennan’s Homily

• Two-minute homily

• The Christian message is non-violent.

The Signs Of The Times

• Social Justice Statement Praying Card

• A Teacher and Sage

Musical Reflection

• God Gives His People Strength

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