The Good Shepherd
Archbishop Julian Porteous reflects on Good Shepherd Sunday by explaining four aspects of how a priest and deacon should be a good shepherd to his flock. This homily is for the 4th Sunday of Easter.
Browsing: Vocation
A Call To The Permanent Deaconate
Deacon Adrian Gomez of the Diocese of Broken Bay takes a look at the permanent diaconate and its role and function in the Catholic Church. He also shares some of his experiences thus far as a newly ordained deacon.
In Awe at the Last Supper
Archbishop Julian Porteous preaches on Jesus’ final opportunity to be with His disciples, His washing of the disciples’ feet, and the institution of the Mass and the priesthood. This homily is for the Mass of the Lord’s Supper (Evening of Holy Thursday).
Priests as Ministers of Truth
Archbishop Julian Porteous discusses the role of priests in inviting the contemporary world to Jesus Christ and the truth which sets us free. This homily is for the Chrism Mass.
Following the Call of God
Sr Melissa Dwyer speaks about her experiences as a school principal in a poor village in Malawi, and how her vows of obedience led her to begin working for the vocations office in the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
A Case for Priestly Celibacy
Bishop Robert Barron explores an argument for priestly celibacy based on the need for some Christians to be witnesses to our true destiny: Union with God.
My Road to Priesthood
In this interview, the newly ordained Fr Joshua Scott gives us a glimpse into his early priestly ministry, and shares some of his vocation story.
Marriage: God’s Good, Good Plan
Archbishop Julian Porteous explains that we are designed for marriage, and that marriage is designed for both nuptial love and the gift of children. This homily is from the Archdiocese of Hobart Marriage Mass, 2018.