Jokes There were two brothers who were the most notorious criminals in a country town. When one of them died, the surviving brother went to the local priest and said, “I’ll donate $10 million to the church if you give the eulogy, but you have to say nice things and tell everyone my brother was […]
Despite increased media coverage, the introduction of education programs and increased government funding, domestic violence remains a scourge on communities.
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💜 ENDING VIOLENCE, EMBRACING HOPE 💜 “No woman should live in fear of violence, and no society should accept it.” ~ Ban Ki-moon ~ Violence against women remains a harsh reality, yet hope can guide us toward change. Every woman has the right to live without fear and to be treated with dignity
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What is the Kingdom of God? Gerald Darring, a retired high school and college teacher of theology, explains it this way: “The Kingdom of God is a space. It exists in every home where parents and children love each other. It exists in every region and country that cares for its weak and vulnerable. It exists in every parish that reaches out to the needy.
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Jokes Nigel is driving home one evening, when he suddenly realises that it’s his daughter’s birthday and he hasn’t bought her a present. He drives to the local shopping centre, runs to the toy store, and says to the shop assistant, “How much is that Barbie in the window?” In a condescending manner, she replies,
💗 Lending a Hand to Lift a Heart 💗 “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” ~ Ronald Reagan ~ On World Day of the Poor, the everyday person can make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate. Simple actions like offering a meal, donating clothing or volunteering at a
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The World Day of the Poor will be observed on Sunday coinciding with the 33rd Sunday of the Year.
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Next week, we will bring this liturgical year (Year B/Mark’s Gospel) to an end, with the celebration of the Feast of Christ the King. Another year has passed. It’s a fitting moment then to think about the passing of time and, indeed, of the end time and the passing away of the world.
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