Food for Faith

Saints in Coffee Jars

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 03:16:08 +0000

A conversation between Triona Doocey (Archivist for the Catholic Diocese of Christchurch) & Dr. Chris Jones (Medieval Historian, University of Canterbury) from the heart of the Christchurch Arts Centre where the Saints in Coffee Jars exhibition is attracting many visitors this week (open until 5pm on Saturday 10 February 2024).

Triona refers to an article in The Spinoff which is well worth reading at this link.

Dr Chris Jones was also interviewed on Radio New Zealand. Listen at this link.

Pūmanawa Gallery, The Arts Centre (Montreal St end of the Arts Centre), 10.00am – 5.00pm every day until Saturday 10 February 2024.

For the Feast of Christ the King

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 03:49:51 +0000

On this Feast, the last Sunday of the Church year (It’s Advent next Sunday) I thought you might appreciate this podcast reflection entitled A New Realm.

This and many other reflection are available in the new Food For Faith book – 235 pages of reflections, mostly just a page or two long.

You can order the book at this link – CopyPress, or Fishpond, at any good bookstore – especially St Joseph’s Gift Store Takapuna Auckland, Catholic Shop at St. Mary’s in Christchurch, and St. Augustine’s Bookstore at Christ The King Greers Road Christchurch.

T.G.I.M.

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 06:58:43 +0000

After the publication of Food For Faith – the book last week a few people have suggested that, as a way of promoting the collection, I offer a few of the reflections in audio form.

So here’s one from the collection written especially for Monday morning!

Happy Listening!

You can buy copies of the book wherever good books are sold, or directly from the printer, COPYPRESS at this link.

Too Close For Comfort

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 23:01:27 +0000

After the publication of Food For Faith – the book last week a few people have suggested that, as a way of promoting the collection, I offer a few of the reflections in audio form.

So here’s one from the earlier part of the collection reminding everyone of us of the closeness of God.

Happy Listening!

You can buy copies of the book wherever good books are sold, or directly from the printer, COPYPRESS at this link.

The Playboy’s Surprise

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 04:29:33 +0000

After the publication of Food For Faith – the book last week a few people have suggested that, as a way of promoting the collection, I offer a few of the reflections in audio form.

So here’s one first published in September 2017 on the occasion of the death of Hugh Hefner.

Happy Listening!

You can buy copies of the book wherever good books are sold, or directly from the printer, COPYPRESS at this link.

Benedict – a conversation

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 08:19:06 +0000

As we pray for pope emeritus Benedict in these hours following his death you might appreciate this podcast conversation between Siân Owen RSJ, Merv Duffy SM & John O’Connor.

Here are a few links to material referenced in the podcast:

Benedict XVI Inauguration Homily at this link.
First Encyclical letter, Deus Caritas Est (God is Love) at this link.
Address to UK parliament at this link.
Address to the German parliament at this link.

Homily Studio – Christmas Day

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 22:35:00 +0000

Join John Kleinsman, John Kinder and Rory Paterson in conversation with John O’Connor reflecting on the scriptures for the Christmas Feast.

John Kinder refers to the carol “Sing Lullaby” which is available at this link and the lyrics at this link.

Other carols referred to: In the Bleak Winter, Coventry Carol O Holy Night

Homily – 26 September 2021

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 09:05:10 +0000

I was back in my hometown of Timaru this weekend celebrating the Vigil Mass at Sacred Heart Basilica, a church I have known since my youth. Here is the homily I shared at the Mass for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Sr. Leonie O’Neill RSM (Funeral Homily)

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 22:50:55 +0000

Thirty years ago I contacted Leonie because of her reputation for knowing how to teach people to communicate. Over the years since she became a good friend and this afternoon I had the privilege of celebrating her Funeral Mass. I am happy to share here the homily I gave at Leonie’s funeral. Thank you also to Michael Collins, organist at Leonie’s funeral.

Prayer

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 04:11:59 +0000

A reflection on prayer as an engagement with reality.

the two loved sons

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 01:15:53 +0000

A reflection on the well-known parable of the father and his sons

Freedom

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 23:22:40 +0000

A reflection on freedom, first broadcast in Lent, using the example of Jesus’ encounter with a rich young man.

in recovery

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 22:37:27 +0000

Too often religion is used to justify attacks on bad behaviour. Here’s a different perspective: our acknowledged sin is our capacity for Jesus. This awareness is the birth of real self-esteem.

discerning ?

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 01:41:40 +0000

Fr. John O’Connor speaks to over 100 18-35 year-olds a couple of years ago at the national Aotearoa NZ Hearts Aflame gathering.

Healing

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:00:25 +0000

This reflection will be of special interest if you or someone you love is suffering with poor health.

Holy Ground

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 02:26:08 +0000

This podcast reflects on the call of Moses: “Take off your shoes Moses, for the ground you stand on is holy ground.” Take a moment with this reflection to consider that you are standing on holy ground today.

Tempted ?

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 02:05:44 +0000

If you never experience temptation you won’t find this brief podcast very interesting at all. However if you’re anything like me …

Family

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 01:59:58 +0000

Here’s a way of understanding family that really gives hope.

Ecumenism Alive

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 02:18:54 +0000

This podcast was first broadcast a couple of years ago, but for those of us who seek unity this is an encouraging thought based on the Our Father prayer and Jesus encouragement that we ASK.

Our Father

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 02:12:18 +0000

A brief Lenten reflection on the best known and most prayed of all prayers, the Our Father.

Sickness or Health

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 03:41:44 +0000

Jesus understood that sometimes even painful and harmful realities can become attachments for us, burdens that we hold onto.

Guy Consolmagno SJ – Afternoon interview with students

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 03:57:15 +0000

The second of three Christchurch interviews with Br. Guy Consolmagno, the Vatican astronomer on his visit to Christchurch. This conversation was held at the Piano Performing Arts Centre in the city in May 2019.

Guy Consolmagno SJ – Evening Gathering

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 03:50:35 +0000

The third of three Christchurch interviews with Br. Guy Consolmagno, the Vatican astronomer on his visit to Christchurch. This evening conversation was held at the Piano Performing Arts Centre in the city in May 2019.

Guy Consolmagno SJ – Business Lunch in Christchurch

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 03:49:18 +0000

The first of three Christchurch interviews with Br. Guy Consolmagno, the Vatican astronomer on his visit to Christchurch. This conversation is at the Business Lunch in May 2019.

a room alone

Sun, 30 May 2021 04:51:40 +0000

“All of humanity’s problems stem from our inability to sit quietly in a room alone”

Good Friday & Covid

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 14:43:48 +0000

In marking Good Friday we cannot help but face our own fears, and in the current pandemic it is fear we face.

breaking & entering

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 14:00:54 +0000

Here’s a thought for the feast of the Annunciation, we could say the moment of the birth of our Christian faith with the incarnation of Jesus at His conception.