Triumph of the Cross Feast Day
Even in the midst of our pain, there is God. It is hard to find anything triumphant in these days of a global pandemic, and yet, even in the death of Jesus on the cross, there indeed is something to celebrate. Why does the Church even have a Feast Day (14 September 2020) to celebrate […]
R U OK?
Sometimes. Sometimes this is just the right question to ask. Sometimes it is not helpful at all. Commonly known as a ‘closed question,’ the choice of response is very narrow: ‘yes,’ ‘no,’ or something equivalent, can be a roadblock to further conversation. Do I feel ok? If I’m feeling fine, yes is an easy answer, […]
Father’s Day 2020
The first Father’s Day was celebrated in the USA, Washington on 19 June 1910. It soon became popular in North America and different parts of the World including Australia. It has been celebrated in different months of the year March, May, June and September in Australia. Father’s Day is a significant day as it provides […]
I am Josephite: Sr Jenny’s Story
Our fourth video for our series titled ‘I am Josephite’, features Sister of Saint Joseph Jenny Mori. As stated by Sr Jenny, “in my religious life, I have had an opportunity to work in different places with many people in parishes, schools (and) universities.” Sr Jenny’s current ministry is pastoral care at a Jesuit University […]
Social Justice Sunday 2020
A Kairos Moment – the Call of Social Justice Sunday? Last month Jim Wallis from Sojourners described this COVID-19 period as Kairos time. And it is such an apt term. We know that the Greeks had two words for time – Chronos: the chronological passing of time, and Kairos: an auspicious, precarious moment, when things […]
World Humanitarian Day 19 August 2020
Honouring #RealLifeHeroes. It feels natural for us to reach out to others when they are in need. We are, overwhelmingly, unable to stand back and not help those who are vulnerable, neglected or suffering. At times it can feel all too much and we feel powerless, especially in turbulent times like those we are all […]
Laudato Si’ Webinar: Part Five
In May 2015 Pope Francis launched his encyclical with the subtitle “On Care for our Common Home” and the title “Laudato Si’” which are the opening words for a hymn composed by St Francis of Assisi in the 1200s. For our time, this document is both relevant and important, since it highlights the priority that […]
Geocaching
How did you learn about Mary MacKillop? Maybe it was a book read, a movie, or a visit to a museum. However, thousands of people every year, do none of these things, but do go GEOCACHING! Geocaching is the world’s largest treasure hunt and it can lead you to a journey through the story of […]
Ireland: The History of Newmarket
Teachings from a 295-Year-Old House on how to Survive a Pandemic. As the coronavirus pandemic was invading our world, in came a request to write about the grand old Irish house, Newmarket Court in County Cork. Initially this felt rather strange but in researching the life of the 295-year-old house with a chequered history, some […]
Reflection on Mary MacKillop
St Mary MacKillop’s Example. This year (2020), Australia will celebrate the tenth anniversay of the canonisation of St Mary MacKillop. Let us reflect on Mary MacKillop’s characteristics and the features of her courageous life that gave her sainthood. … Mary’s life had many valleys: she had to make decisions as to which path and which […]
Saint Mary MacKillop Feast Day 2020
Greetings on the feast of Saint Mary MacKillop. Courage, courage trust in God who helps you in all things.Mary MacKillop 1874 Celebrating the feast of Mary MacKillop in 2020 will be different for many of us. During these past months people across the world have been dealing with the reality and impact of the coronavirus. […]
Mary MacKillop Today Community Grants Program
Community Grant Applications Open 10 August! Mary MacKillop Today’s Community Grants Program seeks to empower people in need to build a better future for themselves and their communities. By participating in community led projects, individuals build skills and gain knowledge to engage with their local community and take advantage of life opportunities. Applications for the […]