All Saints Day and All Souls Day

Last Sunday, November 1st, we celebrated the feast of All Saints, we honour those men and women who—whether they’ve been canonised or not—have led lives of heroic virtue that set an example for all Christians. Saints believe that with God on their side, no one and nothing can stop them. They don’t wait for someone else to do good first; they jump right in and serve wherever they see a need in their community. Saints try to see Christ in every person and every situation. Saints show us what it means to be a disciple. They help us to see that what matters most in life is not what we earn or own, not the job we have or the people we know. What really matters is how much we love God, others, and ourselves.

The very next day, 2^nd November the Catholic Church celebrates, All Souls day. This is a day set apart for honouring all who have died. We fondly remember and pray for our loved ones who are no longer here with us on Earth.  We ask God to bring them to the joyful banquet of heaven to be with God and the saints forever.

Loving Father,

We thank you for the example of all saints. Ordinary men and women who set out to live the truth of the Gospel in their own time, meeting the needs of their day.  May we learn to be like these saints and have a generous heart so that we can bring justice in our time. Help us follow in the footsteps of these holy men and women and live the challenge of the Gospel.

We pray for our loved ones called to your eternal garden. May the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

We ask this in your Holy name.

Amen

November 11 – Remembrance Day

On 11 November 1918, an armistice was signed, bringing an end to the First World War.  Each year, on the anniversary of this date, we dedicate our thoughts and prayers to the brave men and women who fought so hard for peace to become a reality, particularly from World War I onwards.

Our school will pause for 1 minute of silence at 11:00am on the 11th November to honour the bravery and sacrifice of these remarkable souls.

Almighty God,

We remember with thanksgiving, those who made the supreme sacrifice for us in times of war. We pray that their offering of their lives may not have been in vain. May your grace enable us this day to dedicate ourselves to the cause of justice, freedom and peace; and give us the wisdom and strength to build a better world.
Amen

This Sunday’s Gospel Message for Families

(Brisbane Liturgy)

32^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A -  8^th November 2020

 “Look, the bridegroom comes. Go out to meet him.”