Photo was taken in the Church of St.Mary and St.John Ballincollig, Co.Cork (Irl)

A collection of candles radiate some lovely warm light. The candles were used by young people as part of a mime/dance routine highlighting the importance of each person as God’s light to our world. It was all part of an ongoing parish mission taking place in Ballincollig all this week.

Thought on Wednesday – March – 10/03/2010

‘In our fast living culture, there has grown a desire to find connectedness once again. Why are we reluctant to seek out the oasis that God loves us to experience?’ ~Jenny Hellyer

There is a growing desire to be connected to something worthwhile, meaningful and lasting. During the boom years we lost our sense of connectedness. We felt that everything and anything was within our reach. It seemed there were no limits but during the last few years we have had to painfully rediscover those limits. We have also had to rediscover our connectedness to things of lasting value. This includes family, friendships, community and anything of significant value including God. Connecting with God isn’t just for a chosen few or those with special skills. It is open to everyone and anyone. The benefits and blessings help us to make sense of a complex world of which we are all a part of.