The Lord is with you

Just a few thoughts

·       Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience. -- Victoria Holt

·       When we face the difficulties of life we may rely, not on our own strength, but on the power, presence and inspiration of the Holy Spirit

·       We pray for peace in Ukraine, Sudan, Gaza, and Israel: that God will turn darkness into light, pain into joy, and fear into justice and bring forth a new springtime of peace in every land

Reflections

ü We too have been called in our own special way to give birth to Jesus in our lives and in our environment.

ü Delighting in the Name of Jesus

ü Holy Darkness – last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø God comforts us so we can comfort others

Ø Drawing parishes and schools closer together

Musical Reflection

¯  The Wexford Carol

¯  Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song)

Hearing comes before speaking

Just a few thoughts

·       "Being offended is a choice. The moment you let somebody else's words upset you, you've let somebody else defeat you. And who wants to lose a battle to an opinion?" – Anon

·       We all have problems. But it's not what happens to us, it's the choices we make after -- Elizabeth Smart

·       May people of integrity lead the nations in conflict to a time of peace, not by force, but by trust, dialogue and respect.

Reflections

ü Reverence

ü Rejoicing In New Life

ü A divinely subversive call – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Could Pope Francis provide some hope for peace in the Middle East?

Ø Fear Not, You Are Inadequate

Musical Reflection

¯  Ubi Caritas

¯  Shall We Gather at the River?

‘God-is-with-us.’

Just a few thoughts

·       I am experienced enough to do this. I am knowledgeable enough to do this. I am prepared enough to do this. I am mature enough to do this. I am brave enough to do this. -- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

·       Let love rule -- Lenny Kravitz

·       International Migrants Day – We pray for good policies by governments, opportunities for those seeking a new home, and a respectful welcome by citizens.

Reflections

ü Christmas is now upon us

ü God is with us

ü Pointing the Way – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Christmas now, with Mary MacKillop

Ø Away in a manger

Musical Reflection

¯  The Shepherd's Carol

¯  Agnus Dei

So many different facets!

Just a few thoughts

·       "We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly." -- Sam Keen

·       May Pope Francis’ constant plea for peace across the Holy Land be heard by all so that violence ends, aid flows to desperate people, hostages returned home and those unjustly imprisoned be set free.

·       We pray for ourselves in this last week of the Advent season, that we will heed Paul’s advice and be happy, pray constantly, and for all things give thanks to God

Reflections

ü Australian Women Preach

ü Homily by Frank Brennan

ü The Joy of the Gospel

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Willing to Be Amazed

Ø Increasing demand for Vinnies services

Musical Reflection

¯  Maranatha, Come Lord Jesus

¯  The King Shall Come When Morning Dawns

Realism coupled with faith in God.

Just a few thoughts

·       I'm not going to continue knocking that old door that doesn't open for me. I'm going to create my own door and walk through that. -- Ava DuVernay

·       Pope Francis is celebrating his 87th birthday today! May he receive the blessings of health of body and peace of mind and the grace to unite the Church through faith in Jesus and in the bond of charity.

Reflections

ü Let us see ourselves in the role of John the Baptist

ü Missing the important points

ü Joy in the Lord – Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø AI offers both exciting opportunities and grave risks: Pope Francis

Ø COP28 leaves Catholic officials with mixed feelings

Musical Reflection

¯  'Ave Verum'

¯  Creator of the Stars of Night

Listening to the essence of what Jesus left us.

Just a few thoughts

·       Stop being afraid of what could go wrong and focus on what could go right. – Anon

·       May Christians give sincere witness to following the way of Christ, and so grow with integrity.

·       Australia is our country. We accept that the majority of non-Indigenous voting Australians have rejected recognition in the Australian Constitution. We do not for one moment accept that this country is not ours. Always was. Always will be. It is the legitimacy of the non-Indigenous occupation in this country that requires recognition, not the other way around. Our sovereignty has never been ceded. -- Statement for our People and Country from First Nations leadership.

·       May we understand the wisdom of Jesus, who ate with sinners, calling them to a new life, who prayed and fasted alone, drawing closer to his Father.

Reflections

ü Happy is the one whose delight is the law of the Lord

ü Delving Deeper

ü Rejoice in the Lord, Always! – Next Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø JobSeeker payment not enough to live on

Ø Lighting An Advent Candle

Musical Reflection

¯  A spotless Rose

¯  Better Days

If anyone has ears to hear…..

Just a few thoughts

·       Weaknesses are just strengths in the wrong environment -- Marianne Cantwell

·       May our Government, working with others, find new ways to enable people to live in freedom, especially those in refugee camps and detention centres, along with those on temporary visas, anxious about their future,

·       Let us pray for all who dedicate their lives ceaselessly to the work of justice and peace, that their passion for a new world will call us to a change of heart.

Reflections

ü It is up to us to prepare the way for Christ

ü Discerning the Voice of God

ü God’s gifts of life and love – the antidotes to fear and anxiety – Last Sunday reflection

The Signs Of The Times

Ø Pope to choose study topics for next Synod assembly

Ø Jesus has handed over the mission and the mystery and the wonder of the realm of God to each of us. – St Teresa

Musical Reflection

¯  Magnificat

¯  Ave Maria