🫶 Violence Against Women – A Call to Action🫶 “When women thrive, all of society benefits, and succeeding generationsare given a better start in life.” – Kofi Annan Let us stand together against violence towards women, inspiring change through compassion, courageand solidarity. Each of us has the power to challenge harmful norms,support survivors and […]
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Discover the transformative power of prayer journaling with Redemptorist Priest Fr David Hore, who unveils how this intimate practice can sculpt a sanctuary for spiritual conversation and connection. Together, we traverse the concept of chronicling prayers, delving into the ways this method can enrich your relationship with the divine. Prayer journaling isn’t just about writing down requests; it’s about documenting life’s journey, etching a testament to personal growth while fostering an atmosphere of gratitude and awareness of God’s presence.
In this engaging episode of our Prayer is Life Series, Fr David explores the therapeutic side of prayer as journaling, providing insight into how articulating your thoughts and concerns on paper can serve as a cathartic release. He explains how facing trials with pen in hand can aid in discerning the true nature of our challenges, offering clarity and peace in the midst of life’s storms. By sharing our personal experiences and practical steps to starting and maintaining a prayer journaling routine, we invite you to embark on an adventure of honest dialogue with God that illuminates your path.
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In recent newsletters, we featured the selflessness of people who have died in tragic circumstances while helping others.
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ANZAC POPPIES – SYMBOLS OF COURAGE AND REMEMBRANCE Amidst fields of poppies, we pause to honour the valour and sacrifice of our Anzacs. Like these red blooms, they stood tall in adversity, their courage firmly ingrained in our history. On Anzac Day we remember their unwavering spirit and the freedoms they secured for us. Let
In these weeks after Easter and before the feasts of Ascension and Pentecost, our gospel readings come from Jesus’ farewell discourses in the Gospel of John. These are the teachings Jesus shared with his disciples in that precious time just before his arrest and crucifixion.
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Florence was a conceited woman who was aware of her faults. One day after Mass she was talking to her parish priest and said, “Father, this morning I spent almost an hour looking into the bedroom mirror admiring my beauty. Is that cause for concern? Should I go to confession?”
“Actually, no,” the priest replied after thinking for a moment. “You only have to confess sins, not errors in judgement.”
Our latest chat with Redemptorist priest David Hore peels back the layers of complexity we often associate with prayer, revealing its rich simplicity. Fr David encourages us – whether we’re knee-deep in deadlines or juggling life’s demands – to find peace in bite-sized prayers and the quiet company of God throughout our day, , rather than cramming for a spiritual session that feels more like a chore than a chat with the divine.
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Violence can be random and unexpected with devastating outcomes for the victims and their loved ones.
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