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Thinking Aloud

I Wish...

3/10/2018

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Our immediate family gathered around a seaside table enjoying good food, beautiful sunshine and each other’s company. It was an ordinary, but special moment to treasure. Everyone was doing well, hopeful for their future, generous and kind with each other. I smiled inside – I felt proud of our young adult children - and revelled in their current satisfaction with life, as mothers do. 

It was special because it is so rarely this way. Usually someone is going through a rough patch or the harmony between us is not so strong. Life is like that, a constant series of ups and downs. What we do with this rhythm is so important. We have tried to help our children be resilient, to accept what life throws at them and learn from it, integrating that wisdom into their lives for the future. I saw a heartening glimpse of that reality on this occasion.

One ‘child’ enquired what aspirations I had for them as they grew up. Whereas my expectations have adjusted over time, the basics remain consistent:
  • To find out who they are and be true to that. (Career-wise we have an electrician, a farm manager and a youth/aid worker!)
  • To change the world in positive ways.
  • To love one another and those around them.
  • To love God and follow their calling.
  • To be satisfied with their lives.



As a Community Chaplain, I now extend my heart to all those who seek nurture, especially in tough times. I go easy on the God factor, although I believe this is foundational to integrating life well. Creating groups where people can meet and foster ongoing friendships is now a key focus. Kindness, respect and inclusion are core values of these diverse groups. You are invited to come along, or encourage someone else who may benefit from a little kindness in their lives. Submit an enquiry form to find out more details.
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    The articles here were written by Peter Andrews on behalf of the Chaplaincy Team from beginning 2023.

    Articles prior to that were written by Rev. Karen Paull, previous Lane Cove Community Chaplain.

    Blogs appear in The Village Observer, and are repeated here.

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