Liberation

John Hill reflects on 70’s priestly life in the Philippines and the hope for a new look at today’s church. 

Australia, land of the Holy Spirit

John Scanlon sees the feast of Pentecost as a time to live the vision of many voices in Australia

Catastrophe! Possibilities from the Scriptures in a difficult time

Kevin Horsell, Adelaide, offers the stories of the prophets as a way through the challenging times after the Royal Commission. 

The Plenary Council – can it be a people’s voice?

Pat Power, retired bishop of Canberra & Goulburn Archdiocese, explores the challenges facing the organisers of the 2020 Plenary Council if it is to include the voices regularly silenced in church discourse. 

Four days in Pakistan

Brian Lucas, Director of Catholic Mission, reflects on arranged marriages and seminaries in Pakistan after a recent visit there.