WYD Rio is Officially Opened
WYD Rio has been officially opened with Mass celebrated by Rio’s Archbishop Orani Joao Tempesta, and an address by Cardinal Stanislaw Rylko, President of the Pontifical Council for the Laity.
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The Holy Father Arrives in Rio
Pope Francis’ address upon his arrival to Rio for World Youth Day.
‘Bom dia’ from Brazil!
Emma is with WYD pilgrim group ‘SYD04’, who have just spent the week in Brazil’s Forteleza working with the Shalom Community. She caught up with 17-year-old Brazilian local Neto for his thoughts on faith, community and hosting the Aussie pilgrims.
How to Make a Good Confession
Fr Emmanuel Seo speaks on the topic of confession: What is sin? How are we reconciled to God? What are the fears we feel about confession? What makes a good confession?
Through Mary: A Pro-life Reading of Scripture
Dr Robert Tilley takes us through Sacred Scripture to demonstrate the profound pro-life message running through the Bible, revealed beautifully through reflection on the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Look to Christ: He is our Head
In this second part of his talk on the life and legacy of Benedict XVI, Fr Epeli Qima Qima reflects on our modern world and the future of the Church, drawing from the Holy Father’s own words at his last general audience.
Benedict XVI: Servant of Truth
There is no doubt that the historic abdication of Pope Benedict XVI has raised questions and fears for Christians and non-Christians alike. Taking a step back from all the speculation about motives and prophecies, Fr Epeli Qimaqima reflects on the gift of Benedict XVI: how even through his decision to renounce his papacy, he continues to lead us faithfully to Christ.
Your Place in Heaven
In this session of Life to the Full, Fr Greg Morgan presents our understanding of what life is in heaven, how we get a foretaste of heaven here on earth, and how the liturgy communicates the reality of heaven.