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Third Sunday of Easter Year C - Sunday 4 May First Reading: Act of the Apostles 5:27-32. 40-41 The Sanhedrin tells the apostles not to mention Jesus. Second Reading: Revelation 5:11-14 John hear the voices of angels. Gospel: John 21:1-19 Jesus questions Peter. |
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Fourth Sunday of Easter Year C Mass of day with Lecotionary and Missal texts of Sunday Easter 4 Yr C Sunday 11 May First Reading: Acts of the Apostles 13:14, 43-52 Paul and Barnabas are expelled from Antioch. Second Reading: Revelation 7:9, 14-17 John sees people of eery race before the throne. Gospel: John 10:27-30 The gift of eternal life. |
Passing of Pope Francis
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This week we are reminded of the life and legacy of Pope Francis. We are reminded to remember his deep love for God, his care for the poor and the planet, and his joyful, humble leadership. In many of the classes we are using scripture, prayer, story, and reflection, these encourage us to reflect on his example and challenges us to carry his message of mercy, justice, and hope into our own lives and communities. It’s a moment to honour, remember, and be inspired. Perhaps you and your family may wish to sit and reflect and prayer for Pope Francis using the following.
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A Call to Prayer
All: God of mercy and mission,
We thank you for Pope Francis,
a teacher of truth, a friend of the poor,
a shepherd who walked with courage and joy.
As educators, give us a heart like his:
Open to wonder, brave in justice,
ready to listen, slow to judge,
and always leaning toward love.
May his legacy echo in our classrooms and staffrooms,
not just in words, but in the way we teach, serve, and lead.
Amen.
We thank you for Pope Francis,
a teacher of truth, a friend of the poor,
a shepherd who walked with courage and joy.
As educators, give us a heart like his:
Open to wonder, brave in justice,
ready to listen, slow to judge,
and always leaning toward love.
May his legacy echo in our classrooms and staffrooms,
not just in words, but in the way we teach, serve, and lead.
Amen.
A Story to reflect about The Pope Who Chose Simplicity
He could’ve had gold shoes.
He chose black ones – worn, practical, and ordinary.
He could’ve lived in a palace.
He chose a small apartment, ate in the staff dining room, and carried his own bag.
He could’ve stayed behind the scenes.
He stepped into prisons, refugee camps, and slums.
He bent low to wash feet – of the poor, of women, of people society forgets.
Pope Francis showed the world that leadership is service. That faith is action. That the Church is most alive when it moves beyond comfort and into courage. And he reminded every teacher, every leader:
He could’ve had gold shoes.
He chose black ones – worn, practical, and ordinary.
He could’ve lived in a palace.
He chose a small apartment, ate in the staff dining room, and carried his own bag.
He could’ve stayed behind the scenes.
He stepped into prisons, refugee camps, and slums.
He bent low to wash feet – of the poor, of women, of people society forgets.
Pope Francis showed the world that leadership is service. That faith is action. That the Church is most alive when it moves beyond comfort and into courage. And he reminded every teacher, every leader:
What you do – how you love, how you teach – matters.
Reflect on the following: What Would Francis Say to You Today?
“Take care of your children – not just their marks, but their hearts.”
“Let your homes be a place where joy and justice meet.”
“Don’t be afraid to talk about hard things – the world needs brave voices.”
“Stay close to the poor. Close to the Earth. Close to God.”
“You are not just a parent– you are a builder of hope.”
Reflect on the following: What Would Francis Say to You Today?
“Take care of your children – not just their marks, but their hearts.”
“Let your homes be a place where joy and justice meet.”
“Don’t be afraid to talk about hard things – the world needs brave voices.”
“Stay close to the poor. Close to the Earth. Close to God.”
“You are not just a parent– you are a builder of hope.”
Pope Francis believed deeply in families. He saw them as shapers of souls
and makers of peace. And he knew – real change starts with people like you.
Moving ahead:
Let us pray for the Cardinals as they gather together in the Sistine Chapel, that the Holy Spirit will guide them and who will commence voting in the Conclave on May 7.
Mrs Christine Meharg