Special Feasts

Litany of Praise

By Marilyn Rodrigues | December 4, 2012

Leader: Lord Jesus Christ, Almighty King. Response: We worship you. Lord Jesus Christ, King of creation.  R Lord Jesus Christ, King of the heavens and…

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Majesty Liturgy

By Kiara Pirola | December 1, 2012

This is a very simple, but powerful reflection. Using the music to set the tone and pace, reverently ‘construct’ a throne. Then together say the…

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Christ the King!

By Marilyn Rodrigues | November 30, 2012

Despite the machinations of those who had rejected Christ’s peace, Christ’s reign is complete and eternal… writes Marilyn Rodrigues In 1925 the world was lurching…

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Reclaiming Halloween

By Francine Pirola | August 26, 2012

Like it or loath it, there’s no escaping the marketing presence of Halloween. Parents are wise to approach this festival with caution. The practice of…

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Understanding the Trinity

By Francine Pirola | August 24, 2012

The Feast of the Trinity always follows on the Sunday after Pentecost and represents a central belief of our faith. While there are three distinct…

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St Mary of the Cross Mackillop

By Marilyn Rodrigues | August 14, 2012

For the first time, on August 8, 2011, the universal Church will honour Australia’s first saint, St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. It has always…

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God is Here: The Eucharist

By Marilyn Rodrigues | August 7, 2012

Do we live our belief that Jesus is really present in the Eucharist, present in our churches each day? The feast of Corpus Christi gives us…

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At Table with the Lord

By Francine Pirola | August 7, 2012

A family meal is more than just a feed. It’s a time when we, as family members of whatever age or state of life, deepen…

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Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

By Marilyn Rodrigues | August 7, 2012

A look at scripture and tradition can take us back to the feast of the sacred heart of Jesus and give our devotion new life.…

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Family Meals Matter!

By Kiara Pirola | August 7, 2012

Studies show that family meals deliver a host of benefits to both children and parents. Most of these benefits are independent of ethnic background, socio-economic…

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Saintly Trifecta

By Francine Pirola | July 10, 2012

At the end of October begins three days of saintly celebrations. Here are some tips to make the most of them. Oct 31: Halloween –…

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St Mary Mack Chatter Box

By Francine Pirola | July 9, 2012

Use these inspiring quotes from St Mary of the Cross MacKillop to make a chatter-box to use with your family and friends!A chatterbox is an…

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