Clericalism – visible and invisible 

Thomas O’Loughlin is a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton and professor of historical theology at the University of Nottingham (UK). His latest book is Eating Together, Becoming One: Taking Up Pope Francis’s Call to Theologians (Liturgical Press, 2019). Reprinted with permission from La Croix International December 14, 2020.

creation

Eucharist and Creation

creationEsmey Herscovitch RSCJ recalls some theologians’ words and some prayers that make the connection between creation and Eucharist.

The Laity Speaks

The laity speaks

The Laity Speaks

The Laity Speaks

Peter Johnstone, Co-Convener, Australasian Catholic Coalition for Church Reform, reflects on the role of the laity after reading a new book, We too: The Laity Speaks!

The Swag

Return to the scene of the crime 

Jim Dowling, Catholic Worker member and peace activist, discusses a recent demonstration at an SAS training base on Swan Island in the wake of the revelations of the assault by SAS soldiers on Afghan civilians including children.  

Eric Hodgens

The festive season over – what of 2021?

Eric Hodgens

Eric Hodgens

Eric Hodgens, Melbourne priest, looks at the year ahead and the dangers inherent.