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I am John Murray, an Australian, Catholic priest of the Order of St Augustine. I live and work in Thailand and have been here since October 2005. I have many stories from my life journey and would simply like to share some of them. So hope you enjoy and go away sometime with a smile or a helpful little insight.

Monday, April 6, 2026

Love explains it all

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The full moon is the great symbol of Easter. Maybe this is so because no matter what is happening on earth, nor where we are, we can all lo...

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Lent is over. Now, we get the full picture.

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For anyone who follows my blog, there may seem to be a present lull, but that is far from the truth. Rather, it is the opposite, as my life...

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Whare has our Lent gone?

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Haven't they been showing us the way? This picture was taken at the beginning of Lent, at the Vatican. It was the time when Bishop Er...

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Slainte!

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This week sees St Patrick's Day. On this day, I am always reminded of Pat Codd, our novice master, who would tell us - " Gentleme...

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Life moves on

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Life does move on, and must. It runs on its own dynamic, neither determined by nor centred upon me or anyone else in the world. I have bee...

Saturday, February 28, 2026

It is a Miracle, not Magic

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" No. Our Lord expects works from us! If you see someone sick whom you can relieve, never fear losing your devotion; have compassion on...

Saturday, February 21, 2026

I Believe in Miracles

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For sometime, I have had a bad right knee, which has needed an operation. As I was approaching that ultimate end, I was praying for a mirac...

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About Me

John Murray: I was born and bred in Brisbane, Australia. My family is very loving and supportive. I have great friends. I have had the opportunity to study at university in the areas of theology, politics, psychology and social work. My studies were mainly in Australia but also spent three years at London University. I am a member of the Order of St Augustine and was ordained a priest in 1987. I have worked since then in parishes and schools in Australia. I have had experience living and working as a priest in both Ecuador and the Philippines. They were my training ground for my present mission assignment in Thailand where I work in the areas of development and migrant / refugee issues.

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