Garry Wills Agonistes
In his latest article, Fr Robert Barron critiques Garry Wills’ book “Why Priests? A Failed Tradition” in light of the Catholic Church’s understanding of the Eucharist and the priesthood.
In his latest article, Fr Robert Barron critiques Garry Wills’ book “Why Priests? A Failed Tradition” in light of the Catholic Church’s understanding of the Eucharist and the priesthood.
This week Paul looks at the great example of St Joseph, spouse of Mary and foster father of Christ. As we approach his feast day on 19 March this episode is a great reminder of the role of St Joseph as a model of fatherhood, and the power of his intercession. Paul also catches up with young Franciscan Immaculatine Postulant, Jinny Chung. Jinny shares her journey from Buddhism, to Anglicanism to Catholicism, and the role Our Lady has played in her faith journey.
Fraterna Lorena Portocarrero speaks on how women can fully live out their lives in their Christian vocation by taking Mary as their model…
In his second talk at IMS 2013, Vince Fitzwilliams explains the power of the Holy Spirit, how the charisms of the Holy Spirit are used to build up the Church, and how we can be effective witnesses…
In this comprehensive review of the topic, Greg Donnelly presents the state of the debate in Australia, the constitutional problems with legislating on same-sex marriage, the legal and social causes of the current marriage situation, and the relevant policy of his own party – the ALP – since the much-publicised National Conference in late-2011.
We caught up with young Sydney-sider Bridget Spinks to talk about her experience growing up Catholic, owning her faith and serving the Church. Bridget also filled us in on the upcoming Reasons for Hope retreat in Kiama, NSW.
At IMS 2013, Katie & Jeff give a brief overview of the Catholic Church’s position on life issues, including contraception, abortion, euthanasia and eugenics.
What keeps you from spending time in the presence of the One Who loves you? Drawing on last Sunday’s Gospel account of the transfiguration, Fr Umbers reflects on the power of contemplative prayer to transform us and fill us with joy.