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The Season of Spring
In the northern hemisphere the season of Spring coincides with the Church’s liturgical season of Lent. The word Lent is derived from an Anglo-Saxon word lengthen or lencten meaning "spring." When we think of Spring we immediately think of the emergence of growth and new life. Many people engage in the activity of ‘spring cleaning,’ the opportunity to get rid of the old and unusable.
For Australians, the season of Spring has just begun as we enter into the month of September. Although, liturgically we are not beginning the season of Lent, taking the time to contemplate how we can spiritually renew ourselves is more pertinent than ever. One of the many positives during the lockdown restrictions is that it has forced us to slow down; to realise that we are able to survive and live our lives with a lot less ‘stuff’.
How can we use this extra time to emerge from this experience as better people spiritually? How can we dedicate some time to be open to God’s love for us in our lives? Are we preparing ourselves for when we are able to once again physically receive Jesus in the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist?
As we recognise the renewed landscape of nature during the season of Spring, let us also take the time to bear fruit for the Glory of God.
Prayer Resources
Below are some great resources to support students and their families in nurturing their prayer and spiritual life in the home. I highly encourage you to access these resources.
Faith Spirituality in the home
Sunday Gospel Focus
Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
Mt 18:15-20 Find ways to win others over; prayer shall be answered.
