“He said to him, “Teacher, I have kept all these since my youth. ”Jesus, looking at him, loved him and said, “You lack one thing; go, sell what you own, and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me.” When he heard this, he was shocked and went away grieving, for he had many
possessions.”
~ Mark 10:20-22~
Despite Jesus knowing that the man resisted giving up his possessions, preventing him from following him more closely, Jesus looks upon him with love. Jesus is aware of our weaknesses and how possessions can tie us down.
In the silence of this day, ask God for help in using what we have wisely and live contently without what we would like to possess but cannot.
You have travelled too fast over false ground;
Now your soul has come to take you back.
Take refuge in your senses, open up
To all the small miracles you rushed through.
Become inclined to watch the way of rain
When it falls slow and free.
Imitate the habit of twilight,
Taking time to open the well of color
That fostered the brightness of day.
Draw alongside the silence of stone
Until its calmness can claim you.
John O’Donahue – A Blessing For One Who Is Exhausted
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Prayer of Abundance
I know that I am cared for by an Abundant Provider.
I choose to be grateful and trusting.
I believe I have enough and that what I need will always be provided.
I choose to be content and generous.
I know that my choices matter for myself, for others and for future generations.
Help me to live consciously and creatively, celebrating signs of Your new creation that is present and coming.
Generous Creator, who made me to seek the greater good of Your kingdom,
Guide me to use my time, talents and resources to pursue what matters most.
Teach me to be free, to live without worry, fear or greed in the freedom of Your abundance.
Give me daily bread, as I share with those in need.
Thank you for the precious gift of life!
Mark and Lynn Scandrette,
Free: Spending your Time and Money on what matter most
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Reflection prepared by Abigail Dawson
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Weekend Retreat
13-14 November 2021
Hildegard of Bingen
A weekend retreat on the woman mystic Hildegard of Bingen, a remarkable visionary, composer and natural scientist. She speaks to men and women today about our Church and society.
Join Dr Annemarie Paulin-Campbell as she explores the life and relevance of Hildegard of Bingen for us today.
There are two options for this retreat:
You can live-in at our self-catering retreat centre. The rate for this option is R1800 (discounted to R1650 if you pay before 25 October 2021).
You will be accommodated in en-suite rooms that will give you the space and time you need to enter into this time of reflection. Included in the price is the accommodation, use of the facilities and presentation. Note that the retreat is self-catering.
You can also choose to live at home and come in daily. The rate for this option is R1000. (discounted to R800 if you pay before 25 October 2021). Included in the price is the use of the facilities, presentation and printed material of the retreat. Bring your own lunch.
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