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Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge. -- Simon Sinek
We pray for diplomats, negotiators and consultors, that their efforts to broker peace in fields of war will bear lasting fruit.
Today political and ideological divisions often silence dissent
From sorrow to a new understanding of life – reflection for this Sunday
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"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." – Epicurus
Volunteer Appreciation Day -may it be one of thanksgiving for all who volunteer in our parish, and those who do so in the wider community, bringing kindness and support to many people.
Emmaus is emblematic of our journey of discipleship – reflection for this Sunday
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"Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate." -- Albert Schweitzer
We pray that respect will be shown toward Pope Leo and religious leaders around the world as they uphold the dignity of every person, the qualities of justice and mercy, international law, and the right of freedom of religion.
Frank Brennan’s Homily – reflection for this Sunday
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"Don't ruin a good today by thinking about a bad yesterday." – Anon
May those who are frightened, who suffer from depression and other mental illnesses, take heart from the words of Jesus: “It is I. Do not be afraid.”
Sinners yet Loved – reflection for next Sunday
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There is no such thing as a quantum leap. There is only dogged persistence – and in the end, you make it look like a quantum leap. -- James Dyson
We pray that Australians will learn how not to be wasteful of food, and that organizations who distribute surplus food to those in need will be rewarded for their generosity.
Cut to the Quick– reflection for next Sunday
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A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust." -- Gertrude Jekyll
We pray for residents in aged care facilities. May they be respected, well-nourished, comforted and cared for as their human dignity demands.
The Encounter – reflection for next Sunday
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When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the ones which open for us. -- Alexander Graham Bell
May the faith of all believers be strengthened by the courage of the apostles, who miraculously released from prison, returned to the Temple to preach that Jesus is risen.
Doubting Thomas and the nature of faith – reflection for Sunday
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"If plan A doesn't work, the alphabet has 25 more letters — 204 if you're in Japan." -- Claire Cook
May our parish community live with the spirit of the first Christian community in Jerusalem, and be united in the teaching of the apostles, the fellowship, the breaking of the bread and the prayers.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is – reflection for Sunday
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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
