Sunday
31ST July
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Luke 12:13-21
The Parable of the Rich Fool
He said to them, “Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.”

Teacher Background
What are the true treasures in life that will sustain us? 

Gospel Reflection

Monday
1ST AUGUST
Homeless Persons' Week 
  • The theme for 2016 is “Step up: Everyone counts”
  • Use the image of the Sculpture “Homeless Jesus” by Timothy P Schmalz as a stimulus for praying for the homeless people in our communities and city. Listen to Timothy talking about his art work depicting Jesus as a homeless person. Pope Francis has blessed this sculpture. Street Swags and Orange Sky Laundry are two practical initiatives to help homeless person. 

Tuesday
2ND AUGUST

Wednesday
3RD AUGUST
Memorial of St Dominic (1170-1221)
An Augustinian, who established the Order of preachers called the Dominicans, is remembered as a preacher, organiser and patron of learning.  He had a great devotion to Mary and  encouraged his followers and others to pray the Rosary. Pray a decade of the Rosary for peace in the world.

Thursday
4TH AUGUST
Memorial of St John Vianney  (1786-1859)
St John Vianney is remembered for his preaching and is honoured as a model for parish clergy.  He showed the love of Jesus to all people.  Pray for all priests that God will bless them with generous hearts and guide them in their living the spiritual and corporal works of Mercy[M1] .
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day
Listen for the key messages in an Aboriginal Dreamtime Story and journal a prayer response.
 Watch How to Teach Dot Painting to Kids  with students and invite them to create a work of art in a silent and prayerful experience.

Friday
5TH AUGUST
Olympic Games 2016
The Olympic Games will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 5 – 21 August. Pray for the safety of all who will travel to the Games: for competitors and coaches, cleaners and caterers; for umpires and judges, city guides and security guards; for audiences and volunteers. Ask God to grant them safe travel and experiences that are enriching.
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Saturday
6TH AUGUST
Feast of the Transfiguration
Hiroshima Day
Write Prayers for Peace and create Prayer Flags or Prayer Bunting.
Prayers for Peace and Healing
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