Religious Matters: Megan Boyd

Sunday Gospel Reading: –12th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Matthew 10: 26-33

Jesus says do not be afraid to proclaim the Gospel By living our lives demonstrating forgiveness, compassion, faithfulness, self-control, peacefulness, gentleness, prayerfulness and love  - when we do this we are proclaiming the Gospel.

CHRISTIAN MEDITATION PRAYER 

Be Still and Know That I am God ……  

 In our busy world, children are bombarded at an early age with noises, stimuli, and a message to keep busy. As a result, our consistent fast pace can detract from our ability to be still and silent with God. One of the ways to regain this is by teaching students the practice of Christian Meditation

The prayer chants a mantra  -MARANATHA that comes from the ancient language of Aramaic which was the language Jesus spoke - it translates as COME LORD JESUS

Bishop Greg has encouraged the practice of Christian Meditation in Catholic schools within the Lismore Diocese. Meditation in the Christian tradition is often called the prayer of the heart. Students of all ages embrace this form

of prayer, it is the teaching of stillness and silence within each person. There are many benefits of

Christian meditation. It’s a wonderful way to renew your mind, quiet your soul and be refreshed and inspired by the presence of God.

Evidence from within our schools and another Australian diocese’ is demonstrating that Christian Meditation is proven to:

• make children calmer and more relaxed
• help create a sense of wonder in children
• help create a sense of God in those who meditate
• help create a sense of community where each person is reverenced
• allow children a chance to be silent and experience God’s presence
• develops in children a greater ability to learn and maintain attention

Over time, with regular practice, meditation changes us. The changes that take place can best be described as in St. Paul’s letter to the Galatians, “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22)

In the Link below Bishop Greg and local secondary students explain the importance, relevance and benefits of Christian mediation in our contemporary world.

School Mass - Thursday 2nd July at 9:30am

Father Michael will celebrate Mass with Stage 2 and 3 students on Thursday 2nd July at 9:30 am. The theme of the Mass will be celebrating the Gifts of the Spirit, with a special focus on courage and being brave when needed.

St Joseph's Coraki Parish Bulletin

Father Michael has been updating the St Joseph's Coraki 

Parish Website and Parish Bulletin. You are now able to access this and other important Parish information by clicking on the link below.

Mini Vinnies COVID-19 Winter Appeal-  COMFORT PACKS

Each year, Vinnies provides shelter, food, clothing, financial support, friendship and care for tens of thousands of people in NSW. Since the coronavirus outbreak, their volunteers and staff have worked tirelessly and creatively to keep their doors open at a time of increasing need. Now, more than ever is the time for us to come together to support those experiencing hardship. By supporting the Vinnies COVID-19 Winter Appeal, it will make a difference for people whose lives have been turned upside down. Students, teachers and parents can contribute in several ways: by raising money, donating material goods, or by performing simple acts of kindness.

Our Mini Vinnies will be collecting toiletry items such as soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sunscreen, face washes, shampoo etc to create comfort packs for the needy in our community. Donations of items for our comfort packs will be welcome.