Conversion of St Paul
We commemorate the feast of the Conversion of St Paul (previously named Saul) on 25 January annually. On the road to Damascus, Saul of Tarsus was turned upside down and inside out. Usually referred to as his ‘conversion’, it has been described by one scholar as “the intervention by the risen Christ into Paul’s interior […]
The Baptism of Jesus
Sr Helen shares a reflection for the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, 12 January 2025. Your Baptism, My Baptism – what does it mean? We go in spirit to the peaceful and loving home of Nazareth. We somehow know that Joseph would have died, and Mary and Jesus are living their ordinary lives […]
Epiphany – God puts on flesh!
We saw his star at its rising… Matthew 2:2 God puts on flesh! God brings light! What do we do? The word ‘epiphany’ used in Greek indicates an appearance or manifestation. What does it invite us to?
Christmas Message 2024
As we come to celebrate Christmas this year, we are mindful of the many places in our world troubled by wars, violence, climatic issues, economic disadvantage, and endless challenges. We are invited to walk with Mary and Joseph on the road to the Bethlehem’s of our heart. All was not well in the time […]
Preparing for Christmas
What preparations do you have in place for this upcoming Christmas? The days leading up to Christmas are often filled with joy and excitement. Conversations revolve around choosing the perfect gifts, planning festive meals, and deciding who will host the celebrations — these are all part of the everyday preparations for that special day. But […]
An Advent Reflection for Year C
May the Lord be generous in increasing your love…1 Thessalonians 3:12 These are the opening words from Paul in the second reading for this First Sunday of Advent in Year C (1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2). It seems that here, Paul is suggesting that being human is more a verb than a noun, more a human becoming […]
Feast of the Sacred Heart 2024
Greetings for the Feast of the Sacred Heart 2024 The Feast of the Sacred Heart (7 June) marks a special day in the life of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. When seeking approval for the Institute from Rome, the Sacred Heart was part of the official title bestowed upon the new Institute. For us […]
Feast of the Visitation
In recent years on the feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, I would send my sister a message saying, “Happy Feast Day!” We call it “our feast day” as our names are Mary and Elizabeth. The feast of the Visitation celebrated on 31 May annually, commemorates the moment when Mary visits her […]
St Joseph the Worker
For the feast of St Joseph the Worker (1 May), Mary Cresp rsj shares about the work and life of St Joseph which has been adapted from her book, In the Spirit of Joseph, 2005 (North Sydney, Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart) pp. 94-96. Joseph, we are told, was a tekton – […]
Easter Message 2024
Let us rejoice and be glad for on this Easter day, we believe with all our hearts that Jesus is risen, is alive, and is active among us. The Risen Christ is present to us in the many encounters of every day as well as in the wonder and heartache present in so many […]
Easter Reflections 2024
We share with you three reflections for Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday provided by Sr Michele Shipperley rsj.
Palm/Passion Sunday Reflection
Holy Week begins and ends with drama. When I think of Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday, three things stand out: The beginning of Holy Week The importance of processions in our life and the tradition of Walk for Justice for Refugees Having the courage to walk this journey with Jesus to his cross and […]