Simple acts of kindness are the best gift
Amid the busyness of our Christmas preparations, I would like to propose two pivots, or touchstones, for our undertakings; namely neighbourliness and patience, writes Congregational Leader Sister Catherine McCahill SGS.
Strengthening Oblate connections in Bacolod a special experience
Two Good Samaritan Oblates travelled to Bacolod in the Philippines last month on a journey which provided an opportunity to spend time with Sisters, a local Oblate and Oblate inquirers.
Christmas is a time of celebration, joy and hope
The Good Samaritan Foundation brings together people and resources to support the works and initiatives of the Good Samaritan Sisters to assist those in need across Australia and the Pacific.
Good Samaritan Education names two new Patrons
Former Congregational Leader Sister Patty Fawkner and esteemed educator Sister Mary McDonald have been recognised for their contributions to Good Samaritan Education by being made Patrons of the ecclesial community.
Read, watch, listen: top picks to bring in the New Year
In this edition, The Good Oil has gathered recommendations from some of our readers and writers on what to read, watch and listen to over Christmas and the New Year.
Finding My Voice
This poem by Vickie Walker was an entry in The Good Oil Writers’ Award, which has the dual purpose of supporting and encouraging the development of aspiring and published writers.
Hear the heart sing
In the movie ‘Moana’ the heroine’s “voice inside” calls her to sail against convention. She dares to hope and dream of a better situation beyond the safety of the shore.
