##Today, at Takapau,
We remember them—
soldiers of the past,
commemorated for
duties served.
We remember them—
Today, these village
buildings stand
as living symbols
of the past.
We remember them—
Today, to our soldiers—
we salute you.
ANZAC 2025.
Reflection:
So, let us stand in it—
grounded in the One
who renews us
each moment,
calling us to a witness of
nonviolent love:
love big enough
to hold both
friend and oppressor,
knowing that love
endures beyond violence.
Let us act
and contemplate,
even amid
systemic injustice.
We remember them—
(Adapted from Richard Rohr and Adam Bucko;
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Richard Rohr’s Daily Meditations, April 2nd, 2025.)
Footnote:
The line;
“They gave up their tomorrow, so we could have today”
was spoken by the Regional Councillor, Kaye Taylor,
at the Takapau ANZAC Service, 2025.