Reflection: 29th Sunday of the Year - Caesar’s’ and God'sOct 18, 2020
On the one hand, we have obligations to participate in civic life across the spectrum of society. On the other hand, we have the tenets of our faith to uphold and to be translated into thought and action in our political and social life. Read more
Reflection - The controversy of Mickie DalyOct 12, 2020
From New Zealand, Columban Fr Pat O’Shea writes a reflection on the controversy of Mickie Daly. This is a fascinating read that demonstrates the impact Mickie Daly had on his readership. Read more
Reflection: 25th Sunday of the Year - The back of the lineSep 19, 2020
The owner stands his ground and asks the question which is key: why are you so full of envy because I am generous? The owner may act as an employer or as a patron as he wishes. The workers receiving their just wage are now dissatisfied with the owner and envious of the latecomers. Read more
Reflection: 24th Sunday of the Year - Forgiving is a difficult decisionSep 13, 2020
An unforgiving heart is one which is closed to the presence of the Holy Spirit. How extraordinary are those who forgive their perpetrators the evil they have done. The presence of God is seen and felt powerfully in those who forgive from the heart. Read more
Reflection - Beams of loveSep 07, 2020
In the Reflection, Beams of love, Columban Sr Abbie O'Sullivan tells of how our love for God is present in everyday life and how our love for God may shape our love for others. Read more
Reflection: 22nd Sunday of the Year - The future looks grimAug 30, 2020
The question ‘who do you say that I am’? has always been asked and always demands a reply. The Body of Christ, the collection of baptised believers acknowledge that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Read more
Reflection: 21st Sunday of the Year - Who do you say I am?Aug 23, 2020
The question ‘who do you say that I am’? has always been asked and always demands a reply. The Body of Christ, the collection of baptised believers acknowledge that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Read more
Reflection - Simple measuresAug 11, 2020
Our level of fear was reduced by seeing many heart-warming stories from around the world that revealed the basic goodness and creativity of ordinary people. Hopefully, the abiding message that we will continue to carry forward is: “Be kind!” Read more
Reflection: 19th Sunday of the Year - Courage! It is I. Do not be afraidAug 09, 2020
The heart of the story for us is not about the feat of walking on water (as Peter Sellers did at the end of the movie ‘Being There’), it is in hearing the words from the Lord when we are terrified, ‘Courage! It is I. Do not be afraid’. Read more
Reflection: 17th Sunday of the Year - A hidden treasureJul 25, 2020
The experience of God is so wonderful and unexpected that the recipient will give up everything, if necessary, to follow the call of God. The graciousness and generosity of God stand out here. A gift freely given - no one deserves it. The gospels tell us that God seeks us out in many places. Read more
Reflection: 15th Sunday of the Year - Power comes from GodJul 12, 2020
The gospel is not locked in the past but addresses our lives today. The human condition does not seem to have changed since Jesus walked the earth and his challenge to us is not ancient but as fresh as today’s sunlight. Read more
Reflection - A different kind of bucket listJul 08, 2020
Well-known Oblate priest, Fr Ron Rolheiser reflects on a different kind of bucket list after being diagnosed with cancer. He says that the prognosis clarified his thoughts and feelings about what is important as never before. Read more
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