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"Courage, courage, trust in God who helps you in all things." - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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Download #CelebratingAtHome for the #Solemnity of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop (#australiasfirstsaint) at https://carmelites.org.au/celebratingathome Set your hearts on the kingdom The #Gospel reading centres around trust in God and a warning against becoming absorbed by or preoccupied with eating, drinking, clothing and accumulating wealth. These can easily become idols - things which stand between us and God. One cannot serve God with a divided heart. The disciple must make a positive decision to love God above all else. The call to trust in God’s providence is rooted in the special relationship we have with God, as the sons and daughters of the heavenly Father. Ethical behaviour consists in learning the way and manner in which God loves and preserves creation. Jesus counsels the disciples not to worry about food and clothing, but to set their hearts on seeking the kingdom of God and on God’s justice. The ultimate goal of all the disciples work must be the kingdom of God which is defined as justice in this text. Seeking the kingdom and seeking justice are not two separate things in Matthew’s Gospel. Rather Matthew insists that there is no authentic search for the kingdom of God except the quest for justice. The disciple is to set about producing justice by living a just life - a life characterised by love of God and the genuine seeking of the neighbour’s good. This Gospel was chosen for today’s feast because the themes of confidence, trust and reliance on God dominated Mary’s life. She encouraged her sisters not to get lost in fretting and worrying, but to trust in God and keep working with energy and enthusiasm. Though beset by many problems and difficulties, Mary seemed always to have a quiet energy that trauma and tragedy could not overcome. Read more about St Mary MacKillop here: https://carmelites.org.au/item/1007-celebrating-mary-mackillop-our-first-saint #feast #saint #stmarymackillop #saintmarymackillop #stmaryofthecross #saintmaryofthecross #jesus #christ #inspirationalquotes #carmelite #carmelites #catholic #christianity #scripture #prayer #faith #spirituality #kingdomofgod #holyspirit #lectiodivina #peace #hope #love #courage https://www.instagram.com/p/CSOf9GShfER/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Saint Mary MacKillop – July 19

Saint Mary MacKillop – July 19

Saint Mary MacKillop – July 19

If Saint Mary MacKillop were alive today, she would be a household name. It’s not that she sought the limelight. On the contrary, she simply wanted to serve the poor wherever she found them in her native Australia. But along the way, she managed to arouse the ire of some rather powerful churchmen. One even excommunicated her for a time.

Born in Melbourne in…

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Saint Mary Of the Cross (Mary MacKillop). Remember, we are but pilgrims here. #saintmaryofthecross #marymackillop #saintmarymackillop #sydney #nsw #newsouthwales #australia #iphone #iphonephotography #iphoneonly #aleapoffaith #pilgrim #songofthemoment 🎼 Gato Barbieri 🎶 Europa (Earth’s Cry, Heaven’s Smile) https://www.instagram.com/p/B167mw2nUt0/?igshid=1meq91ee1hy4l

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"Have courage, trust in God, Saint Joseph and our Blessed Mother, and you need to have no fear." - #SaintMaryMacKillop #MaryHelpofChristians

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“Pray to be ever ready for God’s will even when it takes you by surprise.” - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them cheerfully, remembering whom you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid." - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Whom you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid." - #SaintMaryMacKillop #SaintoftheDay

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Who you are trying to follow." - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Whom you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid." - #SaintMaryMacKillop #SaintoftheDay

Today #Australia celebrates the #Solemnity of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop - #AustraliasFirstSaint

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"Pray to be ever ready for God's will even when it takes you by surprise." - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Who you are trying to follow. Do not be afraid." - #SaintMaryMacKillop 

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"Courage, courage, trust in God who helps you in all things." - #SaintMaryMacKillop

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"Courage, courage, trust in God who helps you in all things." - #SaintMaryMacKillop 

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"Have courage, trust in God, Saint Joseph and our Blessed Mother, and you need to have no fear." - #SaintMaryMacKillop #MaryHelpofChristians

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"Whatever troubles may be before you, accept them bravely, remembering Who you are trying to follow." - #SaintMaryMacKillop #AustraliaDay2023

Did You Know? Australia's two Patron Saints are Our Lady Help of Christians and Saint Mary MacKillop.

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