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REFLECTIONS | FIFTH GOSPEL LIVING
Faith in everyday life.
Every reflection is a glimpse of God at work in everyday life. Browse the collection by category or tag to discover stories that speak to you, whether they are about prayer, hope, community or the quiet moments where God is present.
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Great things will come your way
Three months of job-hunting silence, one doubt-filled morning prayer, and the answer that arrived — not for Fidela, but for the nephew and niece they'd been praying for all along.
Fidela Antonio-Ladores
Aug 222 min read
I always knew that God was with me
A van crash into a Nelson river took Cath's husband and two friends but as she scaled the cliff to safety, guided by their voices, she knew they were already on their way to heaven.
Cath Shaw
Jul 262 min read
Even a dust-sized amount of Your power
Facing uncertainty about securing an accounting internship, Justin turned to prayer and discovered that even the smallest awareness of God’s power was enough to bring peace, courage and confidence.
Justin
Jul 192 min read
Receive my Poor Offering
MS reflects on a profound encounter with Jesus in prayer, discovering that God's mercy does not depend on perfection, but welcomes us with all our weakness, failures and longing to love.
MS
Jul 182 min read
Miracle Through Prayer
James Jensen shares how hundreds of prayers from family, friends and faith communities surrounded his stepson during a life-threatening illness, revealing the powerful presence of God through prayer and healing.
James Jensen
Jul 182 min read
I Now Know I am Truly Ok
Jane Dick shares the life-changing moment she heard God say, "You are OK – just as you are," discovering the freedom of God's unconditional love and a deeper life of faith and service.
Jane Dick
Jul 181 min read
Jesus Silently Throwing Stones into the River
Annette shares how Jesus gently led her through a lifetime of grief and loss, helping her let go of anger, find forgiveness and discover a lasting peace that carried her through life's greatest sorrows.
Annette
Jul 182 min read
I Simply Need to Acknowledge His Presence
Rega Cataluna Eiman reflects on discovering that Christ is present in every moment of life, finding peace by trusting that God is with her in both joy and sorrow.
Rega Cataluna Eiman
Jul 181 min read
A String of Blessing Pearls
Lynne shares a profound experience of prayer, discovering that God’s gifts can appear in unexpected ways and that suffering can be transformed into beauty, hope and blessing.
Lynn
Jul 182 min read
Welcomed Home by Jesus
An anonymous contributor shares a deeply moving experience of watching their father’s final moments, finding comfort and hope in the belief that he was welcomed home by Jesus.
Anonymous
Jul 181 min read
I Will Only do Good for You
Judy Nieuwendijk shares a powerful dream in which God reassured her of His goodness, a promise that has carried her through life’s joys, struggles and moments of deep uncertainty.
Judy Nieuwendijk
Jul 152 min read
God Shows me the Way
Kathy reflects on how God guided her from simply attending Mass to discovering a deeper call to serve others, revealing a path of faith, purpose and vocation.
Kathy
Jul 152 min read
This Way of Living Fills my Heart with Joy and Peace
Catherine Wakelyn shares how discovering the Focolare movement transformed her understanding of living the Gospel, finding joy and peace by recognising Christ in every person and every moment.
Catherine Wakelyn
Jul 152 min read
Kahupo - Te Ao Marama
Rawiri Morunga shares his journey from darkness to light, discovering God’s healing love through addiction recovery, forgiveness, faith and a renewed call to care for others.
Rawiri Morunga
Jul 155 min read
God is Present and Active
May Anderson shares three powerful moments from her life where she experienced God’s presence and protection, reminding us that God is always close and active in our lives.
May Anderson
Jul 152 min read
Journery into Silence
Shane Gallagher reflects on his experience of silence, meditation and prayer at Bonnevaux, discovering a deeper attentiveness to Christ through contemplation and stillness.
Shane Gallagher
Jul 152 min read
In the Routine Business of Life
Lucia Mitchell reflects on discovering God’s presence in the simple joys of family life - shared meals, games, conversations and the quiet moments that become precious memories.
Lucia Mitchell
Jul 151 min read
Food for the Journey
Kim von Lanthen shares how a small gathering for Lectio Divina became a source of prayer, friendship and community, offering “food for the journey” through the ordinary weeks of life.
Kim von Lanthen
Jul 152 min read
A Pact with God
As a four-year-old, Teresa made a simple pact with God after a difficult experience at Mass. More than sixty years later, she reflects on a lifetime of God's faithfulness, comfort and quiet presence.
Teresa Homan
Jul 152 min read
Do you not see the Light?
A Christian support worker witnesses an extraordinary moment as a dying man declares he sees Jesus. Days later, an unexpected encounter reveals that the experience was a sign from God for someone else entirely.
Rick Duncan
Jul 151 min read
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