In today’s Gospel, Jesus says Christian discipleship is the greatest of all callings. In fact, it is the greatest calling in the history of the world! It’s not just the calling of the prophets and Apostles. It’s our calling too. How much priority do we give it in our lives?                       Subscribe at the bottom of […]

This Sunday’s readings invite us to reflect on the true law: God’s law, which is the law of love, which embraces justice, mercy and forgiveness. The world, which includes us, too often judges by appearances. The Lord looks at the heart.        Subscribe at the bottom of the page to receive an email notification of […]

The recent news of the Hunter Valley bus accident has been shocking and deeply saddening. Bishop Michael Kennedy said, “We offer our prayers, sympathies and support to the family, friends and many people impacted.” We will continue to provide this support as we come to terms with what has happened and our parishes are providing […]

In the gospel this week, Jesus calls the twelve together and sends them out to minister to the ‘lost sheep of the house of Israel’. Jesus sees the people of his generation as ‘harassed and helpless’ and feels compassion for them. They need reassurance, guidance and leadership – they need shepherds. Subscribe at the bottom […]