From the REC
Sunday 8 August - Solemnity for St Mary of the Cross - Australia’s First Saint
First Reading 1 Kgs 17:7-16 Elijah asks the widow for food.
Second Reading Col 3:12-17 God loves you and asks you to love others.
Gospel Mt 6:25 - 34 Jesus tells us not to worry.
Historical Context – Mary MacKillop
Mary MacKillop is not only the first Australian to be recognised by the Church as a Saint, she is truly a very Australian saint. She characterises the spirit of the Australian mythology.
She was a prodigious hard worker who put the needs of others before herself. She exhibited something of the larrikin spirit: constantly in dispute with authority but pressing on, regardless. She used the strengths of others but also didn’t tolerate those who were not genuine. Her commitment to the schooling of children from poor and rural communities established a model of Catholic education that continues to today.
A Saint for and of Australia!
7 Miles to Emmaus Week 2
So let us be inspired by this wonderful person, and complete another of the 7 miles to Emmaus.
This week, think of an action that will help a neighbour - put out their bin or bring it in, walk their dog, offer to mow their lawn or weed a garden or write a note of thanks. All of this makes for a better community.
Mrs Christine Meharg
REC Coordinator
