My paternal grandfather knew his way around the night sky. In New Zealand, the Southern Cross is the most sought-after constellation. I remember my grandfather showing...
john oconnor
not fear but love
As the weekend begins in the United States, the minds and hearts of people around the world remain deeply wounded by last week-end's tragedy at the Pulse nightclub in...
the liturgy guys
In a few weeks I will complete my studies at the Liturgical Institute of St Mary of the Lake University, Chicago. Â There are many new things happening at the institute,...
healing @ Hanmer
This past weekend in Hanmer Springs people gathered to mark the centenary of the opening of the Soldier's Block built to provide care for military personnel returning...
God’s architect
It is 90 years today since the death of revered Spanish architect Antonin Gaudi, commonly known as "God's architect." Gaudi is remembered as a holy man and it is...
a Francis retreat
Yesterday in Rome Pope Francis preached a one-day three-session retreat for priests. You can see in the photo that he is completely at home in this role. Many priests...
eyes on Orvieto
Orvieto is a beautiful Italian hill-top settlement where all roads lead to the magnificent medieval Cathedral. The ‘treasure’ of this church is the corporal onto which...
monastery bells
Bring the peace and focus of life in a monastery to the demands and stresses of your own daily life using this simple technique. Bell tower in picture at Our Lady of Mt...
Catholic Schools
I am often asked by parents which Catholic high school will provide the best Catholic education for their teenage children. The question is prompted by the number of...
discernment
We all make decisions every day, sometimes little decisions that have fleeting consequences, but often more significant choices about life direction, relationships and...
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Angelus
Before you watch, take a moment to call to mind the intention for which you want to pray.
timing
It is never too late for God
a big family
In this new era biological connection is not the central definition of family
keep breathing
But what if faith is more like breathing? And what if keeping faith is more like keeping breathing?
GPS & God
With God, we are never lost. In every moment God knows where we are.