Liturgies

Monday, July 10th

NAIDOC Week pt.2 – Liturgy July 9, 2023

By Terry Fitzpatrick

As we come to the end of NAIDOC week we recognise that the First Nations people of this country face a difficult three months as the Australian people prepare to vote in a referendum on whether they will have a voice enshrined in our constitution to government and parliament on matters concerning them. It is important that each of us is aware of the significance that this vote is for the well-being of our country and that each of us do all we can to bring about a positive outcome.

Monday, July 3rd

NAIDOC Week pt.1 – Liturgy July 2, 2023

By Terry Fitzpatrick

This year’s theme for NAIDOC week – FOR OUR ELDERS – acknowledges and highlights the vital role Elders have as cultural knowledge holders, trailblazers, nurturers, advocates, teachers, survivors and leaders. Aboriginal Elders have struggled since colonisation to maintain their land and to retain autonomy and some voice in the management of their affairs. In today’s liturgy we will witness some of the history of the struggles Aboriginal people have had since colonisation to find a voice and be heard and respected as a people.

Tuesday, June 13th

Retelling the Story of Humans & Nature – Liturgy, June 11, 2023

By St Mary's in Exile

In our liturgy this week as we continue the themes of World Environment Day and World Oceans Day, we hear from Damon Gameau. He begins his talk by stating that clearly ecological collapse is one of the greatest challenges of our times. We've long looked to science, politics and business for solutions, but perhaps we also need to be looking to storytelling. What role do stories play in addressing climate change and biodiversity loss? Can we tell a new, but old, story about humans and nature that will reshape our world for the better?