Most will be familiar with Aesop’s fable of the elephant and the mouse. As the story goes, the elephant spares the mouse when the mouse begs for his life, suggesting that one day he might be able to help the elephant.
10
Mar
2019
HOMILIES AND STATEMENTS
10
Mar
2019
Temptations (Gospel Reflection)
What is temptation? Is it a fleeting thought or a nagging itch? Is it a sin to be tempted? In this short video, Laura explores how we can overcome and defeat temptations in our life through three powerful weapons. REFLECT 1. In the video, Laura says it is important to know our Scripture so that […]
09
Mar
2019
Extraordinary Women: Sisters in Ukraine
My name is Julia, from Ukraine, a land that has suffered a lot: the Soviet Revolution, Great Famine, wars… Many of us think that suffering has no end. But I have experienced love, which triumphs over evil and brings hope. That love brought me here. I always prayed for a good husband, children and a […]
08
Mar
2019
The Way of the Cross
The Way of the Cross is a traditional devotion in honour of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. The Way of the Cross had its origins in the Holy Land and in a sense, is a mini-pilgrimage through the events that covered the final hours of Jesus’ life on earth.
07
Mar
2019
HOMILY FOR MASS AT ‘DAVID’S PLACE’ + THURSDAY AFTER ASH WEDNESDAY
The philosopher, Thales of Miletus, is commonly known as the founder of philosophy. He was also an amateur astronomer, and there’s an old story about him walking along one day, looking up at the sky and contemplating the heavens.
07
Mar
2019
THE GODLESS COUNTRY? CHRISTIAN AUSTRALIA
So began the first reading for Mass on the day the news broke of Cardinal George Pell’s conviction. While I must leave commenting on that matter until after the appeal process is complete, the media storm around the case was read by
07
Mar
2019
Pope’s Message for Lent 2019
“For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God” (Romans 8:19) Dear Brothers and Sisters Each year, through Mother Church, God “gives us this joyful season when we prepare to celebrate the paschal mystery with mind and heart renewed… as we recall the great events that gave us new […]
06
Mar
2019
HOMILY FOR MASS FOR ASH WEDNESDAY FOR ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL COLLEGE
Ever heard of Joe McVicker, his uncle Noah and sister-in-law Kay Zufall? Probably not. But I suspect you’ve heard of their invention: a non-toxic, non-staining, white putty invented by Noah
06
Mar
2019
Lent with Lego
What is Lent? What is Ash Wednesday? What does fasting mean? All these questions answered in 60 seconds with this video made with Lego! REFLECT 1. ‘Spending less and giving more’: Where in my life do I need to spend less (in time, money or effort) and where do I need to give more?2. How […]
05
Mar
2019
HOMILY FOR PROJECT COMPASSION LAUNCH + TUESDAY 8TH WEEK ORDINARY TIME
“What about me?” sang Shannon Noll after coming second in the first Australian Idol series in 2003. Peter asks the same in our Gospel today (Mk 10:28-31).