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An authentic audience, Listening Circles confronting sexual abuse

Vic O’Callaghan is co-designer of a process that offers safety, secured agreements, and most significantly, a voice for all. He works in schools and communities in Restorative Practices. He talks about his experience of using Listening Circles in Parramatta Diocese as a catalyst for authenticity as we search for effective antidotes to the paralysing and […]

What to do about vocations?

Frank O’Loughlin, Parish Priest of Sandringham, Victoria, suggests we be aware when praying for or seeking vocations to the priesthood that it is only just and right to do so with a clear understanding of the church in the world approach of the Second Vatican Council.

The Christ-child sign of hope for a modern parish

John Hill, parishioner of Kensington Parish in Sydney, imagines the heights to which a local community might rise if, by living gospel faith, we took the simplicity and authenticity of the Christ child of Christmas as a beacon to light our way.

Communion and the transcendent

This article offers numerous creative and simple ways that might contribute to a more meaningful and prayerful celebration of Mass. It is offered by Monique (name withheld but supplied).