When the angel left Mary the problems and challenges of this new stage of her life has just begun. She had to explain to her parents that she was pregnant
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divine chatting
…but today as I read a different reflection came to mind, and I have no doubt that it was Jesus who planted the thought in my head
lip service
Words are important. We chatter all day without thinking responding to situations and comments in casual interactions.
my dwelling place
The psalm from today’s Mass is perhaps the best known of the 150 psalms giving direction and hope in the midst of daily struggles.
wonder-full
A few years ago I was walking across the North Quad of the Christchurch Arts Centre as a mother was hurrying her toddler pulling him by the hand as he resisted and gazed into the sky.
finding faith
Without a doubt one of the greatest highlights of the year for me has been finding faith in the most unexpected of places and in people who say they have no faith or very weak faith.
busy ?
In the midst of the extra demands of this month, the Season of Advent beginning today offers a timely way to stay happy and centred when everything else threatens to steal our healthy perspective.
Advent online
FFF’s Advent Online daily email reflections begin Sunday morning 1 December, the first day of Advent. Make sure you’re signed up, and share this invitation with anyone you think might be interested.
easily pleased
It’s 56 years today since CS Lewis died. One of my favourite Lewis quotes is about the boy making mud-pies: “…We are far too easily pleased”
holy longings
Humans by design design are beings who are filled with desire, longing, hunger, yearning, restlessness. If we do not feel this deep and insatiable thirst then there is something wrong with us
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the new horizon
It is relatively easy to adhere to and attach to the externals of religion, fitting in with a group who practice disciplines
vulnerability
It doesn’t take too much insight to notice the vulnerability in every person, perhaps especially in those who seem successful.
closer is easier
Living in relationship with Jesus, heart, soul and mind, is the easiest way to live of all life’s options.
God is with you
The Word became flesh and dwells among us and because of this, even my dark days and nights, are rich with hope and light.
one more sleep …
I offer this grace below as a way to begin your Christmas meal this year.