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Reflections, resources and events from the Marist Laity Australia community — tagged Prayer Intentions. 48 items.
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A Prayer for Hope on Dark Days

This is a prayer for hope in times of anxiety, doubt, and depression. The one praying begins by naming the days when worry crowds the mind, the heart races, and dark clouds gather, and asks God to hold them gently, to help them recognise their own capacity for transformation - imaged as a butterfly - and to take refuge in God's presence. The prayer then petitions God to fill the soul with hope and Spirit, so that Christ, the 'morning Son,' might warm a frozen heart and change the mind. It closes by asking for tears to be wiped away, anxiety and depression to be lifted, and shadows to be dispelled, so that the one praying might see the doorway God has opened for them and begin to sing of God's love as a beloved child of God.

11 July 2026 · Andrew Dumas
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Second Week of Lent - Marist Reflection - and Prayer

This Marist prayer resource centers on Matthew 17:1–9, the story of the Transfiguration, where Jesus reveals His divine glory to Peter, James, and John on the mountain, accompanied by Moses and Elijah, and God’s voice calls the disciples to listen to His Beloved Son. Framed in the Marist tradition, it invites participants to see their own lives as “mountains” to climb—spaces of challenge, uncertainty, and transformation—where, like the Israelites in the desert or Jonah in flight, they are called to leave comfort behind and trust God’s guidance. The resource integrates scripture, reflection questions, communal prayers, and music such as “Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons),” offering multiple ways to engage: personal contemplation on spiritual challenges, communal expression of intentions, and prayerful meditation through song. Together, these elements create a complete encounter with God, encouraging participants to recognize moments of transformation, surrender to His ongoing work in their lives, and carry the light of Christ from the mountain into ordinary daily life.

01 March 2026 · Marist Way
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First Week of Lent - Marist Reflection - and Prayer

This Marist reflection for the first week of Lent invites us into a contemplative journey modeled on Mary, Jesus’ mother, focusing on discipleship, prayer, and faithful trust. Beginning with an Acknowledgement of Country, participants are called to enter into God’s presence through mindful breathing, prayer, and the Sign of the Cross, preparing their hearts to hear the Gospel of Matthew 4:1–11, which recounts Jesus’ forty days in the wilderness and his triumph over temptation. Mary’s reflection highlights themes of listening, pondering, prayer, trust, presence amidst suffering, and a willingness to follow God’s call, showing that faithfulness does not spare us from hardship but teaches us to stand strong within it. Participants are invited to journal on questions that explore personal “wilderness” experiences, the voices they follow, the rooting of God’s Word in their hearts, and their openness to God’s guidance. The reflection concludes with communal prayers for the Church, those facing trials, families, and personal discipleship, encouraging a faithful, prayerful, and trusting response to God’s Spirit, reinforced by music and a final prayer of surrender and perseverance, echoing Mary’s example of quiet courage and steadfast love.

22 February 2026 · Marist Way
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Prayer - Entering Gods Kingdom

Share this prayer with your family, community or class exploring the Gospel from Matthew 22:1-14 through song, gospel, reflection, discussion and common prayer.

22 November 2025 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer - People of the Beatitudes

This prayer asks God to shape us into people of the Beatitudes, who see light beyond the clouds of life’s struggles and trust His guidance when things do not go our way. It seeks God’s gentle care when life falls apart, His grace to forgive in moments of conflict, and His strength when we face failure or suffering. It prays for courage to embrace sickness and hardship as meaningful, and for gratitude and hope when facing death, seeing it not as an end but as a path to resurrection in Christ.

23 August 2025 · Andrew Dumas
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Prayer Calling Forth Our Angels

This prayer calls upon the Holy Spirit to send forth guardian angels for guidance, protection, and strength, drawing from key biblical encounters with angels. It reflects on the angels who rolled away the stone at Christ’s tomb, asking for obstacles to be removed in our own spiritual journeys. It recalls Gabriel’s message to Zechariah, reminding us to trust in God’s promises even in moments of doubt. The prayer invokes the angels who sang to the shepherds, urging us to be bearers of hope, and the angel who led Joseph to Egypt, encouraging us to follow God’s will despite challenges. Like the angel who directed Philip, it calls us to serve others in love, and like those who freed Peter, it asks for freedom from the chains that bind us and our loved ones. Michael the Archangel is invoked for strength in spiritual battles, and the prayer concludes by pointing to Christ’s ascension, urging us to keep our eyes fixed on God’s divine plans. It is a plea for divine assistance in every direction of life, reinforcing our trust in God’s guiding hand.

13 March 2025 · Marist Way
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Rewiring Negative Self Talk

The presentation starts by illustrating how the mind is a natural storyteller, making connections and creating narratives to understand the world. This is demonstrated through a quirky exercise where the audience is asked to consider how a desk could be the mother of a chair, highlighting the mind's tendency to form stories even in the absence of logical connections.

19 January 2025 · Therapy in a nutshell - Emma McAdama
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A Christmas Blessing to you....

This Christmas blessing invites the recipient to embody the virtues of key figures in the Nativity story, encouraging them to embrace life’s messiness with love, find hope and peace in Christ, and trust in God’s mysterious plans like Mary. It inspires attentiveness to quiet signs like the shepherds, faith to journey beyond comfort like the wise men, and openness to new perspectives like Joseph. Rooted in forgiveness and surrender, it calls for living a life of reconciliation and greater love, sharing light with the world, and nurturing the hope of new beginnings. The message closes with a reminder to cherish these blessings whenever 'Merry Christmas' is heard.

30 December 2024 · Andrew Dumas
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1,000 Rosaries in October

We invite you to join the St Patrick’s community in praying the rosary for the Pope’s intention which is: praying for the Church, that she may adopt listening and dialogue as a lifestyle at every level, and allow herself to be guided by the Holy Spirit towards the peripheries of the world. As a community, we aim for 1,000 Rosaries for the entire month of October. We invite you to pray with us and log in your pledge in our website www.stpatschurchhill.org as a visible sign of the power of prayer and an encouragement to others to participate in this Marian crusade.

19 November 2024 · St Patricks Church Hill
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Mindful Prayer - Ephphatha

Pray this prayer with your family, community, school or friends. Download the prayer. PRINT the prayer for each person. Spend 15 minutes praying through mindfulness. In Drawing, Colouring, Writing, Sharing, Discussion, and Song. Tell your family. Set a time. Pray mindfully.

08 September 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer - The Birth of Mary

Share this prayer with your family, community or class exploring the Gospel from John 3 through song, gospel, reflection, discussion and common prayer.Allocate readers before you start. Opening Prayer. Gospel. Gospel Reflection. -Common Prayer. Final Prayer - 2 people .

08 September 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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Mindful Prayer - The Cost of Discipleship

Pray this prayer with your family, community, school or friends. Download the prayer. PRINT the prayer for each person. Spend 15 minutes praying through mindfulness. In Drawing, Colouring, Writing, Sharing, Discussion, and Song. Tell your family. Set a time. Pray mindfully.

25 August 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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Marist Daily Reflection - August 15 - The Assumption

August 15 is a significant day for the Marists as it marks the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a central figure in Marist spirituality. The global Marist Family, including Fathers, Brothers, Sisters, Missionary Sisters, and Laity, honors this day with special Masses, gatherings, and spiritual retreats, reflecting their deep devotion to Mary and their collective mission. Over the years, this date has been marked by important milestones such as the approval of the Society of Mary by Pope Gregory XVI in 1836, Marcellin Champagnat's reflections on Marian devotion, and François Perroton's vow to missionary work. Even in challenging times, like the virtual gathering of Marist Laity in Australia in 2020, the Feast of the Assumption remains a unifying celebration of Marian devotion and the Marist mission.

15 August 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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Marist Daily Reflection - August 14

We reflect on our vocation today, we are reminded of the significant milestones in Marist history that inspire us to discern God's call. On August 14, 1830, Lay Marists in Belley, France, established a lay confraternity, embracing Jean-Claude Colin's vision of extending the Marist mission beyond the clergy. On the same date in 1833, Marcellin Champagnat sent the first Marist Brothers to La Valla-en-Gier, marking the start of their educational mission. In 1842, Lay Marists in Lyon organized a pilgrimage to Fourvière, demonstrating their commitment to the Marist charism. François Perroton embarked on her missionary journey to Oceania in 1845, leading to the founding of the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary. Jeanne-Marie Chavoin, in 1851, reflected on the perseverance needed in establishing the Marist Sisters. Lastly, in 1873, John-Claude Colin urged the Marists to maintain unity and focus as he neared the end of his leadership. Let us pray, drawing strength from these examples to live our own vocations with dedication and faith.

14 August 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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40 day - Prayer and Fast - For Peace

Marist Laity Australia has organized a 40-day Novena and Fast dedicated to praying for peace in regions including Gaza, Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Myanmar/Burma, Yemen, Ethiopia, Syria, and Afghanistan. Participants are encouraged to engage in daily meditation, focusing initially on their breathing followed by scripture reading and prayer. If possible, attending daily mass and praying for peace as a family or community are also key components of the Novena. Participants are asked to fast by skipping one meal a day, substituting it with bread and water, and keeping other meals light. Additionally, engaging in the sacrament of reconciliation, to foster a deeper spiritual commitment throughout this period.

19 July 2024 · Marist Laity Australia
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Father Kevin Bates - RIP

Our dear brother Kevin Bates died peacefully this morning, January 31, at RNSH.His funeral mass will take place at Holy Name of Mary Church, Hunters Hill, on Wednesday, February 7, at 10.30am.

31 January 2024 · Holy Name of Mary Parish
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Prayer for the Voice to Parliament

This prayer seeks guidance and strength to embrace the Aboriginal voice in the journey of our nation. It calls for recognizing the Aboriginal story and Spirituality as integral to the wider Australian story, acknowledging their contributions and deep connection to the land. The prayer asks for the creation of spaces for local communities to have an Aboriginal voice committee, where their voices are heard and valued in decision-making processes. It emphasizes the importance of listening to Aboriginal people, understanding their struggles, and standing alongside them with empathy and compassion. The prayer advocates for giving Aboriginal people self-determination, empowering them to make choices that reflect their unique needs and aspirations. It highlights the significance of honoring Aboriginal culture and spirituality, appreciating the interconnectedness of all life and fostering respect for all cultures.

14 August 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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Page Prayer - Journey with Saint James

Share this prayer with your family, community or class exploring a story of pilgrimage with Saiint James through song, gospel, reflection, discussion and common prayer.

25 July 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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A healing prayer

Please pray this healing prayer both individually, as a family or as a community.

20 July 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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Pray for Father Michael Mullins

With great sadness, we pray for Marist Father Michael Mullins suddenly passed away near the day of his 58th Ordination Anniversary a few days prior.

13 July 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer for Marist Educators

Recently I have been preparing the vegetable garden for thespring planting, great plans are a foot! Removing the weeds,spreading compost and fertiliser, digging over the ground inexcited anticipation of the abundance of produce that will beharvested throughout the summer and beyond.

17 June 2023 · Unknown
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John Norris

We pray for John Norris who passed away during the week. John was the husband of our long-standing member Val Norris. Please pray for John and his family in your communities. We pray and thank God for the life of John.

21 May 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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Bearers of Hope Prayer for the Marist Sisters

Marist Laity Australia invites you to pray the following prayer between April 24 to May 15, 2022 for the Marist Sisters and their Marist Sisters General Chapter in Rome.

12 February 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer - Against Human Trafficking

O God of every family on earth, Loving and compassionate God,We come before you in prayer, Unable to fully comprehend the horror of women and men and children, Transported to unknown places, To be exploited and abused, Because of greed and profit.

07 February 2023 · School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND), Canadian Province,
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My Guardian Angel

I call upon my guardian angel, to be more active in my life. In moments of doubt and concern, encourage me to step out of my comfort zone. Challenge me Guardian Angel, to be more motivated in my life To get off the couch of laziness.

04 January 2023 · Marist Laity Australia
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December Prayer Intention

Could you please share a “December Prayer Intention” for Marists and other Christians can pray for?

02 December 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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November Prayer Intention

Could you please share a “November Prayer Intention” for Marists and other Christians can pray for?

20 November 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer of the Tax Collector

This Prayer focuses on the story of prayer of the tax collector and Pharisee by Jesus (Luke 18:9-14). It shows us not to judge others but also reminds us in how we approach God in our own lives. Watch the reflection. Discuss key questions. Share common prayer. Listen to music. This is a great prayer for your family or community around the theme of 'humility'.

23 October 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer - Wonder and Stress

This Prayer contains 3 scenes from the film Wonder. Watch Auggie Pullman as he deals with the stress of transitioning to high school. Also listen to Gospel reading where the disciples get caught in a storm and are very stressed. Read the reflection. Discuss key questions. Share common prayer. Listen to music. This is a great prayer for your family or community around the theme of 'Acceptance'.

09 October 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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Prayer - Bethany Hamilton and Acceptance

This Prayer contains 2 scenes from the film Soul Surfer. Watch Bethany Hamilton come to terms with the reality of loosing her arm. Also listen to Gospel reading where Mary is asked to bear a son, even though she is only 14 years old and not married. Discuss key questions. Share common prayer. Listen to music. This is a great prayer for your family or community around the theme of Acceptance.

07 October 2022 · Andrew Dumas
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The Prodigal Son Prayer

Please share this prayer with your communities, families and schools. Prayer is a powerful tool which we are called to use more and more through scripture reading, pondering, questions reflection, sharing, common prayer, music and a very powerful homily by Father Jim from Carlingford.

12 September 2022 · Andrew Dumas
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Prayer - House of Hope

Please commit to pray each day in your communities and families.Before or after your family meal.

16 June 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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Marist Sisters General Chapter begins in Rome

The Marist Sisters General Chapter will be held in Rome starting on Sunday April 24. The main goal of the General Chapter is to preserve and foster the spiritual patrimony of the Marist Sisters’ Congregation. It examines carefully what the Lord expects of us, by taking into account the directives of the church, developments in contemporary society and the aspirations of each Units (or region).

24 April 2022 · Sister Sheila Manalo
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Please pray for Polina and Ukraine

Please pray for Polina and Ukraine for peace. Polina was shot and killed in Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv. She was travelling via the family car in her neighbourhood with her mum and dad, and two siblings. Her parents were also killed as a result of the shots fired by the Russians, and her two siblings are being treated for gunshot wounds.

05 March 2022 · Isabella Ross
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Francis called for March 2 to be a day of fasting

Pope Francis made a heartfelt appeal for peace in Ukraine at his public audience in the Vatican on Feb. 23 as the situation continued to deteriorate between Russia and Ukraine. He appealed to the consciences of “those with political responsibility” and “all the parties involved” to “refrain from any action that would cause even more suffering to the people, destabilizing coexistence between nations and bringing international law into disrepute.”

02 March 2022 · Gerard OConnell
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Pray for Myanmar

We pray for the people of Myanmar.God please bring peace.God please stop the violence.

14 February 2022 · Marist Laity Australia
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Please pray for the people in Tonga

Please pray for the people in Tonga . This is the story of many people in Tonga and their families. There are reports Tonga is struggling with toxic air and contaminated water, after an underwater volcanic eruption triggered a tsunami, wiping out communications.

19 January 2022 · 9 News Australia
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Liturgy - Second Week of Advent

Advent is a time of preparation. Please run this prayer in your class, your community or family.

30 November 2021 · Marist Laity Australia
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Mass of The Assumption

St Patricks Church Hill Mass - The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

15 August 2021 · St Patricks Church Hill
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Pray for peace in Myanmar

We pray for peace in the country of Myanmar in Asia. We pray that greatly needed food arrive to the people who are hungry. We pray for medical supplies comes for those who are sick. We pray for the people who wish to stir up violence. May they stop. We pray that that there is an immediate halt to violence that they stop. We pray that peace may enter the hearts for the people of myanmar. We pray that the UN special envoy should be aloud in Myanmar.

14 June 2021 · The World is One News
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Marist Gathering Manziana

Yesterday the leadership teams of the 4 religious branches of the Marist Family gathered in Manziana, in the outskirts of Rome. The meeting was originally planned to take place last year at the Marist Brothers house, L’Hermitage, near Lyons, but because of the pandemic the meeting was postponed.

16 May 2021 · Marist Fathers
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Pray for the people of Yemen

More than 200 people were killed or injured in Yemen in March, the deadliest so far this year. The world’s biggest humanitarian crisis has exacerbated with a second wave of Covid-19 infections. The UN is urging for a ceasefire and eventual end to the war

17 April 2021 · Vatican News
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Pray for Myanmar

Kneeling before them in the dust of a northern Myanmar city, Sister Ann Rose Nu Tawng begged a group of heavily armed police officers to spare the children and take her life instead

20 March 2021 · GMA News Online
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Father Bob Barber

Please pray for Father Bob Barber and for the Marist Fathers, Brothers and communities who will miss Bob. The Society of Mary in Australia and worldwide mourns the passing of Fr Robert (Bob) Barber SM on Feb 13 at Lismore Base Hospital, NSW. In announcing his passing, Marist Provincial, Fr Anthony Corcoran, adds 'We have unexpectedly lost a dear confrere and friend, a good and kind Christian man, a generous Marist and faithful priest. May he rest in peace.'

20 February 2021 · Marist Fathers
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A Prayer for Christmas

The Angels were sign posts who gave directions for the Shepherds to find the baby God. God appeared as a fragile baby, not like the Greek or Roman God’s Thor or Odin who came with power and bolts of lightning. God appears in the unexpected simple child. For most people the child would have looked and acted like any other baby. Yet, the Angels were given a direction which revealed to them the deeper understanding of who the child was.

25 December 2020 · Marist Laity Australia
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Cyclone Yasa in Fiji

Up to 93,000 others were affected by the cyclone, the Disaster Office said — adding that those numbers may rise as communications are restored with affected areas.

22 December 2020 · Tracey Shelton – ABC

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