In times when talk of recession looms, wars continue in Ukraine, the Middle East and in many other parts of the world, it is timely to reflect and understand how hope is important when times get tough. Mark Thomson will explore this concept in this week’s homily

This week we will listen to Rev Peter Catt’s reflections on ANZAC Day. He questions whether it is enough just to honour the fallen.

This week Mark Taylor will reflect upon the concept of Christian nonviolence in a time of war. Pope Leo said on Palm Sunday ‘Jesus is the King of Peace, whom no one can use to justify war’. We must all stand strong in the cause of peace.

In our Easter homily, Liz will reference the work of John Shelby Spong, who advises that Eastering needs to be so much more than remembering the story.

As we move from Darkness to Eastering, Narelle reminds us to tune into our realities with courage and empathy.

Ingerid will speak about the meaning of an outstretched hand encountered on a carving depicting the crucified Christ whilst walking the Camino de Santiago. How do we pay attention to the many and the variety of needs around us?

Margaret continues with the Lenten theme of moving from Darkness to Eastering and suggests it is an invitation to see the world through the lens of the Easter experience. Franciscan Sister, Elia Delio, says how we see the world really matters and in these challenging times, we desperately need to reclaim the Easter view of reality. Margaret will explore what that means for us.

This weekend Mark will share some reflections on quantum thinking and spiritual growth, taking inspiration from Vandana Shiva, eco-feminist, philosopher and activist.