FAITH IN ACTION “Preach the Gospel at all times and, when necessary, use words.” ~ St Francis of Assisi ~ Faith is lived through thoughtful choices made every day. When we act with compassion and patience, even in small ways, we may bring comfort or strength to someone who needs it. […]
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CELEBRATING OUR YOUTH “We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.”~ Franklin D. Roosevelt ~ Young people are a vital part of every community. They bring fresh energy, new ideas and a different way of seeing the world. Many care deeply about fairness, about
Each generation should try and leave the world in a better place. However, it is easy for one generation to blame another generation for the world’s ills … whether it be an increase in global conflicts or a worsening jobs market.
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This week we hear Jesus offer a stinging warning. Be vigilant! Live your life like servants awaiting the return of their master! But do not be afraid, he says, for your Father is pleased to give you the Kingdom.
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Jokes Dave obtained a copy of an exam that his girlfriend Mabel had completed. One examiner gave her zero but another examiner gave Mabel a score of 100. Decide for yourself what Mabel deserved. Q1. In which battle did Napoleon die? “His Last Battle.” Q2. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?
THE QUIET STRENGTH OF FRIENDSHIP “Some people arrive and make such a beautiful impact on your life, you can barely remember what life was like without them.”~ Anna Taylor ~ Good friends are a calming presence in our lives – steady, comforting and real. They stand by us through life’s highs and the lows,
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No one can get through life without a friend or friends. Friendship is one of the most fundamental aspects of being human. Friends provide emotional support, shared experiences, and a sense of belonging that supports our overall well-being.
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This week’s readings explore the theme of our enduring inheritance in God. The first reading reminds us that, of earthly treasures: “All is vanity”. The psalm counsels us to realise “the shortness of our life that we may gain wisdom of heart” and encourages us to keep our gaze fixed on God for “in every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge.” The second reading urges us to seek the things that are above, where Christ is, and that “the life you have is hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:3).
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