E-News - Vol.8 No.3

From the Director - From privilege to pauper
She was accepted among the rag pickers; perhaps she had a transparency of spirit that allowed her to be seen as some special person (not a "do-gooder") who entered totally into their lives. In her decision to become like them she was imitating Jesus Christ. (more)
Pope Francis - Trusting God and the power of silence
The patience to listen and to serve is more important than preaching. Francis asks, “Do you want to convince someone to be a Catholic? No, no, no! You are to meet him, he is your brother! That is enough." (more)
One mother’s story
Columban Sister Mary Dillon cares for HIV/AIDS patients in Myanmar. This is the story of one of her patients. (more)
Fr Barry Cairns - 50 Years of Holy Disquiet
A lovely side effect is that at 80 I felt free from stress. I feel that I am a more effective missionary than the days of my "do-it-yourself" youthful vigor! My prayer is still, “O Lord keep causing holy disquiet and keep giving me the courage to face it.” (more)
Reflection - Forgiveness is not easy
Forgiveness is at the heart of our Christian life. It is the great healing medicine that unbinds age-old resentments and the bitterness that tethers us. Through forgiving others the wounds they inflict on us can be healed. (more)
Way of Peace: ANZAC Centenary Edition (1915 - 2015)
A set of 8 discussion and action sheets enabling Christian reflection and response during the time of the Anzac Centenary and beyond. (more)