Choosing not to hate

Just a few thoughts

• “Know the true value of time! Snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.” -- Lord Chesterfield Stanhope

• May we learn to forgive from the heart, not hold grudges, but pray for those who offend us.

• We pray for the million refugees who have come to Australia since World War II, that each one’s story will be heard, welcomed and allowed to enrich us.

Reflections

• We find Christ in the stranger.

• Truth must be spoken, especially when power is misused

• A New Way of Living - reflection for this Sunday

The Signs Of The Times

• Minimum wage decision fair compromise but wage gap remains

• Government called to ‘show moral leadership’ on refugees

Musical Reflection

• O God, Our Help in Ages Past