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Called to live a radical questioning of the establishment compassionately, Jesus closes his Sermon on the Plain by asking that we be authentic, the we be what we are, genuine Christians who try to live and love as Jesus Christ. By practising what we preach, we show that the true disciple is always like her or his teacher. Reflection on the gospel for the 8th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 6:39-45 This week’s readers are Declan and Bridie Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The radical nature of Jesus' preaching in his blessings and woes continues. He next instructs us on how we are to live the radical nature of God's new order: be compassionate as God is compassionate. This may appear weak, but it is the strongest way of all - reflecting God's own never-failing compassion for all. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a reflection on the Sunday gospel. Gospel: Luke 6:27-38 Read by Romina and Tristan Narrated by Br Jeff Miller SDB

Jesus establishes his Twelve Apostles, comes down onto a plain with them, and preaches to all who come to him, including the Gentiles. Jesus' blessings and woes establish a new order in which those least favoured are seen as closest to God, and challenges all Christians never to submit to the absolutes of a society built on power and possessions. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM. Reading: Luke 6:17, 20-26 Read by Georgina and Michael Narrated and Produced by Jeff Miller SDB

Jesus' word attracts so many people that he must take refuge and preach from a boat. Simon the fisherman wonders about Jesus' command to put out the nets, but does what Jesus asks. After the rich haul of fish, Simon the sinner recognises his need for Jesus, and Jesus establishes him as Simon Peter. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM. Reading: Luke 5:1-11 Read by Lauren and Finnian Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

Directly related to Jesus' proclamation of God's year of favour last Sunday, not all are happy. Who does Jesus think he is? The people in Nazareth know his family. Jesus is not surprised by this rejection. He shows how God has worked through two Gentiles, a widow from Sidon, and Naaman the Syrian. Outraged, they try to kill him. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM. Gospel: Luke 4:21-30 Read by Giselle and David Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The Year of Luke opens with a self-portrait of Luke, a third generation Christian, writing his story of Jesus for a Gentile world. The action begins in Jesus' hometown, Nazareth. In the Synagogue he points to himself as the Messiah who will bring in God's Good News and God's loving presence for those most in need. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM Gospel Reading: Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 Read by Anna and Duc Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The Gospel today, reports Jesus' first public act in that Gospel. Despite the challenge that Jesus issues to her, Mary sets "the hour" of Jesus in motion. Because others accepts her command: "Do whatever he tells you," the glory of God's presence in Jesus is seen. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a reflection on the gospel for the 2nd Sunday of the Year Gospel John 2:1-11 Read by Jennifer and Michael Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

This Sunday marks the end of the Christmas celebrations and the beginnings of the Ordinary Sundays. We continue to read Luke's Gospel, as John the Baptist points away from himself to "the mightier one." He brings the fire and the Holy Spirit that will accompany us on our journey through the year to come. Presented by biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a reflection on the gospel. Gospel: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 Read by Lisa and Thomas and Produced by Br Jeff Miller

The figures of wise men who come from the east represent the coming of the whole world to worship Jesus. This is not only the celebration God's saving presence to all peoples, but also a challenge to those of us who know the truth, but do not live it out with courage. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the Feast of the Epiphany, Year C. Gospel: Matt 2:1-12 Read By Jennifer and Issac Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The final episode of Luke's story of Jesus' infancy is the only place where Jesus speaks. His parents' concerns over his loss are challenged by his response that he must now be in the house of his Father, and about the affairs of his Father. The story of Jesus' ministry now begins. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a reflection on the gospel for The Holy Family, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 2:41-52 Read By Pat and Maria Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The Gospel of John is among the most profound passages in the Bible. It tells of the pre-existent union of love between God and the Word, the gifts of light and life, and our ambiguous response. But the Word is Jesus Christ who dwelt among us, showing us the wonderful presence of God's saving truth. Presented by biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina is a reflection on the gospel for Christmas. Gospel: John 1:1-18 Read By Ben and Bronwyn Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

Luke's account of a birth of Jesus, is fixed in a given time and place. But it is surrounded by the symbols of swaddling cloths, only used for a king, a manger, from which Israel should be nourished, recognition by the simplest of people, the Shepherds, and the heavenly proclamation of God's glory. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a reflection on the gospel for the Christmas night. Gospel: Luke 2:1-4 Read by Luc and Miranda Narrated by Br Jeff Miller SDB

Two mothers meet, as Mary visits Elizabeth. Elizabeth and the child she is carrying salute the greatness of Mary, a greatness that has been bestowed on her because she has "believed that the promise made her would be fulfilled" Presented by biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 1:39-44 Read by Alex and Rosa Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

John the Baptist instructs the people, the tax-collectors, and the soldiers, that they are to do justly what they have always done. However, a new era is coming that will be marked by the inspirational presence of the Spirit, and the fiery division of good and bad. Presented by Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 3nd Sunday of Advent Gospel Reading: Luke 3:10-18 Read by Jacqui and Carlos Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB

The great figure of Advent, John the Baptist, set in a time and place in the history of humankind, proclaims a time of preparation for the Lord, and the sight of the salvation of God in the one who is coming. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Year C. Reading: Luke 3:1-6 This week’s readers are John and Paige Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB