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How to organise a parish-wide Rosary novenaA parish-wide Rosary novena brings nine evenings of prayer into the ordinary rhythm of parish life. It gives families, young adults, older members, men and…
The Trinity at the Kitchen TableMany people first encounter Christian belief about God through simple words: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Holy Trinity confesses three…
How to Pray with Icons in the Catholic TraditionMany Australians are familiar with statues of Mary, stained-glass windows and holy cards, yet an icon can still seem like an object reserved for church…
Lay leadership and the Church's mission of evangelisationThe Church's vision for lay leadership in evangelization is rooted in a conviction: every baptized follower of Christ is called to proclaim the Gospel through…
St Clare of Assisi and Eucharistic adorationSt Clare of Assisi knew that a life hidden before God could enrich an entire community. Born into an aristocratic family in Assisi in 1194, she renounced…
Building a Pilgrimage Ministry in Your DioceseA pilgrimage is more than a sponsored walk or bus trip. In Catholic life, it is a spiritually significant journey that brings people closer to God and one…
Fortitude: Standing Firm When Faith Is TestedAn Australian summer can test endurance before breakfast: bushfire smoke over Sydney, dry conditions across inland districts and floodwater after heavy rain…
How to plan a youth retreat focused on the EucharistA youth retreat centred on the Eucharist gives young Catholics room to move beyond explanations of Mass and into an encounter with Christ. It links the Sunday…
St. Patrick's breastplate: A prayer for protectionOn 17 March, many Australians pause to remember St. Patrick, whether at a Catholic Mass, a community rosary, a school celebration or a family meal. St.…
How to create a family prayer rule that lastsA family prayer rule is a simple, agreed pattern of prayer that helps a household turn towards God each day. It is not a timetable designed to make family life…