Prayer for Easter
Prayer
The Easter Candle is lit from the bright, blazing Easter fire. This new light symbolises Christ, risen from the darkness of death. This is...
Lent & Holy Week in the Year of Mercy
What is it?
Lent is the season for preparing for Easter, where we remember Jesus’ last supper with his disciples, his passion, crucifixion and look...
Lent 2017: Love your Neighbour
Love Your Neighbour
Caritas Australia’s annual fundraising and awareness-raising appeal, bringing thousands of Australians together in solidarity with the world's poor to help end poverty,...
The Prayer of St Brendan
Prayer
This prayer, attributed to St Brendan, is one of profound trust in God. As we pray this prayer, let us be mindful of all...
The Eucharist
Introducing
The Eucharist
The Eucharist is the central and greatest sacrament of the Church. It is the means by which the Church is continually maintained in...
Music that Points to Justice
Music: the 'lingua franca' of youth
MUSIC THE 'LINGUA FRANCA' OF YOUTH contributed by Patrick Jurd, Ave Maria College Essendon.
Introduction
This brief outline sets out some...
Prayer of Cardinal Newman
Prayer
This prayer has been adapted from a reflection by Cardinal John Henry Newman.
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Introducing John Henry Newman
John Henry Newman was born in London on...
Confirmation
Introducing
Confirmation is the second of the Sacraments of Initiation. It is closely related to Baptism and leads to the Eucharist which expresses full belonging...
Praying with St Mary of the Cross
Prayer
This prayer has been inspired by retreat notes written by Mary MacKillop.
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Introducing Mary MacKillop
Mary MacKillop was born in Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, on 15...
Season of Growth
Prayer for the Season
Ordinary Time is the season of growth and transformation. In the natural world, we are surrounded by symbols of transformation. The...
