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BISHOP SPROXTON 2021 CHRISTMAS MESSAGE: Jesus’ birth, the perfect opportunity for reflection and renewal

In his 2021 Christmas Message, Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton talks about the celebration of the birth of Jesus as a time for reflection and renewal for all believers.
Bishop Sproxton says that it is through the Christ, who has been sent that we are creatures who can know God and learn of the plan for our salvation.
“Jesus most perfectly collaborated with the Father through the obedience of poverty,” Bishop Don said.
“He brought a transformation of all that we yearn for in life: being renewed personally; being able to work for true peace and the building of a new community of fraternity and friendship.”

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We are vulnerable, not immune, says Bishop Sproxton

There are many aspects of the Christmas story that we will reflect upon as we approach this joyous festival, writes Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton.
“One is how Mary and Joseph looked desperately for a place to stay in Bethlehem. A kindness was shown to them when they were allowed to use a shelter that would have been used by shepherds, possibly not much more than a small cavern in the ground, where men and animals would find protection through the night.”

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Auxiliary Bishop Donald Sproxton

Archbishop Costelloe: ‘Birth of Christ at the heart of Christmas remains constant’

When Saint Matthew’s Gospel tries to sum up the mystery of Christmas the author makes mention of the name “Emmanuel” which, he says, means “God is with us”. The Chosen People of Israel had always believed that God was with them and that God spoke to them especially through the prophets.

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Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. Photo: Ron Tan.

The Joy of Christmas

In his 2020 Christmas Message, Mgr Paul Boyers writes that everything about Christ’s birth speaks about vulnerability. The parents could not find a bed for the night, and ended up in a smelly stable.

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Monsignor Paul Boyers, Administrator for the Diocese of Broome. Photo: Supplied.

R U OK? asks Bishop Morrissey

As we journey towards Christmas 2020, many people will not be able to follow their usual plans for Christmas, writes Geraldton Bishop Michael Morrissey in his 2020 Christmas Message.

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Bishop Michael Morrissey. Photo: Jamie O'Brien

Let us help others find Christmas Peace, says Bishop Holohan

Sadly, the Christmas peace the angels sang of when Jesus was born is hard to see in Australian society today. So many seem troubled, angry, alienated and confused in their lives.

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Bunbury Bishop Gerard Holohan. Photo: Ron Tan.

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