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The best way to lead people into the future is to connect with them deeply in the present. -- James M. Kouzes and Barry Posner
May the growing crisis across the Middle East, including the violence committed against the Palestinians, continuing in Gaza and increasing in the West Bank be replaced by real efforts at bring peace to all.
Called to be the mobilisation of a greater good and a greater hope – reflection for Sunday
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"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." --- Plato
May Pope Leo’s Easter appeal for world peace, dialogue and encounter, be heard by world leaders so that war, violence and destruction is brought to an end swiftly.
Frank Brennan Homily – reflection for next Sunday
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Only if we understand will we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help will we all be saved. -- Jane Goodall
May those who doubt the word of God and that of honest people learn from the disciples, who first doubted the witness which Mary of Magdala gave to Christ’s resurrection.
Easter Unbelief – reflection for next Sunday
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"As I look back on my life, I realize that every time I thought I was being rejected from something good, I was actually being redirected to something better." == Steve Maraboli
In the Eucharist may we feel close to the Risen Christ, and through him appreciate that we are all brothers and sisters together.
Overcoming Fear– reflection for next Sunday
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Leadership is not about a title or a designation. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration. -- Robin S. Sharma
We pray for all who believe in the Risen Jesus, that their faith in him, and their commitment to charity, may grow stronger in this week of the resurrection.
We pray for leaders in church and society, that they will awaken a new spirit of hope in the many who are downcast and anxious.
His Healing Touch – reflection for next Sunday
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"If I had permitted my failures, or what seemed to me at the time a lack of success, to discourage me I cannot see any way in which I would ever have made progress." -- Calvin Coolidge
We pray for all followers of Jesus. May they proclaim the Good News of his risen life across the face of the earth.
The tomb is empty and women are the first to see the Risen Jesus – reflection for Easter Sunday
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Instruction does much, but encouragement, everything. -- Goethe
World Health Day – may it focus our attention upon those nations around the world where war is causing endless injuries, medical recourses are limited, and malnutrition is compromising the health of babies and children.
Easter empowers us to become all that we are capable to be – reflection for Easter Sunday
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“Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.” -- Alan Dundes
We pray for Australia. May all who wield influence in the nation’s political, economic, cultural and social life use it to foster unity and equity.
Living the power of Christ's resurrection – reflection for Easter Sunday
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"Childhood means simplicity. Look at the world with the child's eye — it is very beautiful." -- Kailash Satyarthi
We pray for persecuted Christians, that they may live for Jesus with courage, knowing that he has conquered all sin and division and is their rock of refuge.
We pray for the human family. May every person on earth find hope in God’s desire to bring peace to our war-torn world.
Frank Brennan Homily – reflection for Easter Sunday
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"Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world." -- Desmond Tutu
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.
Rising to New Life– reflection for Easter Vigil
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A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. -- John C. Maxwell
We pray for the Church in every place that faith in Jesus in the Eucharist will sustain, nourish and fill us all with charity.
We pray for all refugees and asylum seekers in Australia, especially those who have endured many years of painful uncertainty. May their just claims be heard and decided without delay.
The Meal – reflection for Holy Thursday
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"Some people cannot accept mistakes. Everything has to be perfect from the start. They think others will look down on them if they appear to be flawed. These people are frequently stressed. The happiest and most successful people focus on improvement. They love mistakes and flaws, because they see them as opportunities to grow. Learn from these people. Have lofty goals, but have realistic standards. Don't judge yourself based on the results of your action. See them as feedback, and seek improvement from there." -- Blon Lee
May we be true disciples and listen to God every day so that we may do what is right and true.
The Divine Gift – reflection for Holy Thursday
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A man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back on the crowd. -- Max Lucado
May those who betray a friend receive the grace to repent, to be forgiven and to be reconciled again.
We pray for the Australian Catholic community. May Caritas Australia’s Lenten appeal to ‘Unite against Poverty’ stir us to action throughout the year.
The Cross as Revealing the Inner Life of God – Sunday reflection
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"You know, all that really matters is that the people you love are happy and healthy. Everything else is just sprinkles on the sundae." -- Paul Walker
May Christ bless with his peace the suffering people of Holy Land and across the Middle East, in Ukraine and all other places of war and release them from the terror which enfolds them.
We pray for the members of the Jewish community as they begin observing Passover this week. May their rituals renew them in faith and fellowship.
Victory of love over hatred and of life over death – Sunday reflection
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Every time you are tempted to react in the same old way, ask if you want to be a prisoner of the past or a pioneer of the future -- Deepak Chopra
For people everywhere: may despair and pain be lifted from every heart so that hope is restored to everyone.
We pray for the United Nations Organisation and for all international bodies entrusted with keeping the world safe. May their authority be respected and used effectively in the cause of peace.
Frank Brennan homily– Sunday reflection
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"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." - Aesop
We pray for all who face great sufferings across the world through war, terrorism, religious persecution, natural disasters and accidents, that they will be in our prayer throughout this day.
The things that happened to Jesus are things that also will happen to us
Contrasts– next Sunday reflection
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"Sometimes life touches one person with a bouquet and another with a thorn bush, but the first may find a wasp in the flowers, and the second may discover roses among the thorns." --Billy Graham
We pray for those who, like Jesus, suffer hatred and persecution for their faith, that our prayer may win them the grace of courage and fidelity.
The King on a Donkey– next Sunday reflection
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"Don't let yesterday use up too much of today." -- Will Rogers
We pray for those who live in rented accommodation and face rising rents or lack of housing security, and for those who are homeless, that governments and communities will work to relieve their situations.
We pray for single parents. With the support of family, friends and the community, may they be enabled to cherish and care for their children.
The Power and the Glory – next Sunday reflection
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The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion. -- Paulo Coelho
May Christ dwell in our hearts through faith and be witnessed to through charity.
We pray for the composers, musicians and song leaders whose gifts help us sing our faith. May their ministry unite us in heartfelt prayer.
Suffering – next Sunday reflection
