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What I Learnt from the Arlo Guthrie Concert

5 Mar

At the recent Arlo Guthrie concert I had an ahha! moment.  In 2015 it will be 50 years since his iconic anti-war song, ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ as written. It became a hit some 3-4 years later. By deduction that means I … Read More »

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When are we Not Teachers?

2 Feb

Early on in my priesthood some asked, “Do you know when to be a priest and when to be yourself?” It seemed a weird question to me because my first answer was, “But I am always a priest!” It has … Read More »

life, mentor, parents, priest, teachers, teenager Leave a comment

Schoolies

27 Nov

We are in the midst of schoolies and we have watched the hedonistic behaviour of young people and the unfortunate consequences. I am led to ask the question, when did this become acceptable, to send away barely legal young people … Read More »

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Facebook underage signups grow thanks to parents

22 Nov

November 2nd, 2011 at 8:28 am – Author Slyvia A new study which was part funded by Microsoft shows that children under 13 are signing up for Facebook, which breaches the federal laws in America, to protect children’s online privacy. … Read More »

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Resources for Parents

20 Mar

This week in the new chapel area (watch this space for new name and logo – coming soon!) a range of resource books for parents is being added to the new bookshelves. These books are recommended reads from the Chaplains … Read More »

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Welcome to 2011

22 Jan

Well, here we are, back at the beginning of another school year! I hope all had a great break and are ready for whatever this year surprises us with. I am mindful that we are all aware of the tragedy … Read More »

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Parenting- A Simple Tip

16 Feb

Parenting is a tough job. Unfortunately we often have to balance parenting with a number of other tough jobs, like the one that pays the bills or that of maintaining our relationship with our partner, for example. Finding enough time … Read More »

children, communication, meals, parenting, parents, schools, socialisation Leave a comment

Resiliency

15 Aug

There is much discussion on what keeps people safe, particularly in relation to bouncing back from difficult times or the simple grind of doing life. Much discussion about self-esteem which has seen people often unwilling to set boundaries or highlight … Read More »

adolescence, boundaries, children, control, discipline, parenting, parents, resilience, self-esteem Leave a comment

Meet Glenn Loughrey

Vicar and Artist, based in Melbourne, Australia.

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A blog for people who explore the spiritual journey. BYO RedShoes.

Glenn has worked with young people and their families for over 30 years in various fields. He’s currently a Vicar at St Oswald’s Anglican Church, Glen Iris in Melbourne, Australia.

He’s greatly interested in the work of Thomas Merton and his impact on the 20th century. He is an indigenous man with a particular interest in indigenous issues and spirituality.

Also he is an artist — Learn more at glennloughrey.com

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