The universality of Christ’s message

Just a few thoughts

• “Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.” -- Maya Angelou

• May the writings of St Luke, with its focus on God’s love for the poor and his mercy toward sinners and the energy of spreading the Gospel in the first century, constantly inspire all Christians.

• We pray for young people downcast by the spectre of climate change, that they will support and encourage one another in the hard work of caring for the earth, our only home

Reflections

• Luke was a Gentile

• Focus on peace, healing and reconciliation

• Not Losing Heart -- next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

• Cynical voices risk damaging Australia’s hard-won social cohesion

• A Friendship for Peace

Musical Reflection

• Nunc Dimittis