January 2012

Dear Friends

First of all may I wish you all a very peaceful and happy 2012

New year is a time of looking backwards and forwards. As we reflect on the last 12 months there have been a huge number of changes in the world and considerable changes in the way in which people live.

Some of these changes have been for the better but there is no doubt that some have given rise to considerable challenges.

As we look forward to the next 12 months what are out hopes? Each of us has individual hopes and aspirations but collectively I am sure there are many as well.

My hope for 2012 is that all people may honour one another and seek the common good. I get sad when we spend so much time trying to apportion blame as opposed to looking at ways to improve the situation that we find ourselves in. I am sure that most of us get up each morning and try to do the very best we can. However, mistakes do happen and when they do, that is the time to share the generous and unconditional love of God as together we try to make the world a better place.

With my love and prayers for 2012