Charles de Foucauld was a French Catholic priest and missionary who lived among the Tuareg people in the Sahara Desert. He is known for his spiritual writings and his example of “universal brotherhood”. His inspiration and writings led to the founding of the Little Brothers of Jesus, among other religious congregations. He was assassinated in…
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Pope John XXIII – The modernisation of the Catholic Church through his teachings
Pope John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli, was the 261st pope of the Roman Catholic Church, serving from 1958 to 1963. He is widely remembered for his role in convening the Second Vatican Council, which aimed to modernise and renew the Catholic Church’s practices and doctrines…
Lectio Reflection – Third Sunday of Lent – John 2:13-25
Welcome to a transformative journey as we delve into the profound practice of Lectio Divina, a spiritual meditation technique rooted in ancient traditions. In this video, we unlock the secrets of Lectio Divina and explore its profound impact on spiritual growth and mindfulness. If you found this exploration of Lectio Divina enlightening, don’t forget to…
Lectio Reflection – Second Sunday of Lent – Mark 9:2-10
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan
These Lectio Reflections provide the framework to develop our faith life. Our faith is in Jesus who comes to us as the human face of God. Faith life is human life lived in a deeply personal and intimate relationship with Jesus. Jesus is our friend and lover, the most significant point of reference in our life. We need to lead our life conscientiously and intentionally so that all that we do is done within the context of our love relationship with Jesus. Lectio Divina is one of the ways we can develop this.
Lectio Reflection – First Sunday of Lent – Mark 1:12-15
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan
These Lectio Reflections provide the framework to develop our faith life. Our faith is in Jesus who comes to us as the human face of God. Faith life is human life lived in a deeply personal and intimate relationship with Jesus. Jesus is our friend and lover, the most significant point of reference in our life. We need to lead our life conscientiously and intentionally so that all that we do is done within the context of our love relationship with Jesus. Lectio Divina is one of the ways we can develop this.
The Lenten Season
Fr. John Frauenfelder shares with us a brief overview of the signs and symbols of Lent.
This would be ideal for Parish bulletins or school newsletters.
Background & spiritual tradition and Lent.
Lectio Reflection – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mark 1:40-45
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan – Lectio Divina – Mark 1:29-34 Jesus Heals Many at Simon’s House
Lectio Reflection – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mark 1:29-34
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan – Lectio Divina – Mark 1:29-34 Jesus Heals Many at Simon’s House
Lectio Reflection – Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Mark 1:21-28
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan – Mark 1:21-28 – The Man with an Unclean Spirit
Lectio Reflection – Third Sunday of Ordinary Time – Mark 1:14-20
We invite you to share with us your prayerful reflection on The Sunday Gospel readings with Bishop David Walker, Fr John Frauenfelder and Virginia Ryan – Mark 1:14-20 – The Beginning of the Galilean Ministry