Category Archives: Reflections

Chapter Opening Address: Sr Pamela Molony

Posted on November 1, 2011 by jacinta

Provincial Chapter 24 – 28 October 2011 Province of Australia & Aotearoa/New Zealand The Chapter meetings which we have experienced over the past months have provided rare opportunity for people across Good Shepherd to connect at a deeper level.  Our … Continue reading →

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50 years of Contemplative presence in Australia New Zealand

Posted on November 1, 2011 by jacinta

50 years of Contemplative presence in Australia New Zealand was celebrated at the Chapter Pictured at the ‘sharing’ of the celebration cake was (from left) Sr Anne Dalton, Sr Anne Josephine Carr (partly obscured), Contemplative Srs Rose Murphy, Veronica Wilkinson … Continue reading →

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Sr Pamela Molony: Moments of Grace

Posted on October 18, 2011 by jacinta

Over the years I have heard a number of Sisters say that, when they told their parents that they wished to join the Good Shepherd Sisters the reaction was:  The work of that Order is too hard.  We support your … Continue reading →

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Theme: Our Place,Our Time, Our Story

Posted on September 28, 2011 by jacinta

Chapter Reflection OUR PLACE – OUR TIME – OUR STORY FUTURE … To download a pdf printable version click here ‘The seeds of tomorrow are buried deep in the events of today.‘ Robert Theobald, futurist thinker and author (1927-99) Since … Continue reading →

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– Have Your Say

Posted on August 16, 2011 by jacinta

August Chapter Reflection – Have Your Say Stepping Stones towards a New Future, the August reflection sheet, attempts to open up reflection and dialogue about the term co-responsibility.  The Reflection Committee is keen to hear what people across the Good … Continue reading →

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Good Shepherd Chapter Prayer

Posted on August 16, 2011 by jacinta

May the Great Mystery we call God keep alive in each one of us the search for justice and peace. Bring us to know the goodness that flows from the heart of the universe. Keep us alert to the myriad … Continue reading →

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Theme: Stepping Stones Towards A New Future …

Posted on August 4, 2011 by jacinta

As we continue to engage in deep listening to one another, in the lead up to the GS Chapter in October, we find ourselves travelling side by side, sharing ideas about the future of Good Shepherd. At the Regional Chapters, … Continue reading →

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What Is This Thing Called Charism?

Posted on June 3, 2011 by jacinta

Earlier this year, the Director of Mission & Justice, Michael Yore, delivered a compelling reflection, titled, CHARISM, MISSION AND MINISTRY. Here is an extract. A couple of years ago when I was part of the group invited to Pattaya in … Continue reading →

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Theme: Deep Communal Listening

Posted on May 31, 2011 by jacinta

Following on from our reflection on “listening” we are invited to engage more deeply in listening to each other as we seek to extend and develop the enduring Good Shepherd Story. “I believe we can change the world if we … Continue reading →

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Chapter Prayer

Posted on May 25, 2011 by jacinta

Chapter Prayer May the Great Mystery we call God Keep alive in each one of us the search for justice and peace Bring us to know the goodness that flows from the heart of the universe Keep us alert to … Continue reading →

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