Why Advent? Lent is sort of obvious: as Jesus makes His way to Jerusalem, to His trial and Cross and tomb, we accompany him with hushed voices, downcast faces, wearing the colour of his bruises.
09
Dec
2018
09
Dec
2018
Youth Sermon: Straightening Our Paths
Aldreane Cruz from Wolli Creek shares his thoughts on today’s Gospel reading on the Second Sunday of Advent. He talks about straightening our paths to make way for Jesus, […]
08
Dec
2018
Homily For Mass Of 150th Anniversary Of The Laying Of The Foundation Stone Of St. Mary’s Cathedral
Today’s Gospel scene (Lk 1:26-38) is probably one of the most memorable in the Bible
07
Dec
2018
Pre-WYD Catechesis – WYD Theme: “Let it Be Done Unto Me According To Thy Word”
The Slow Food movement began in the 1980s in response to the opening of a McDonald’s store near the Spanish Steps in Rome.
07
Dec
2018
Homily For Mass Celebrating The End Of The Year Of Youth And Anniversary Of ACYF 2017
One of the best Italian comedies of recent years was Edoardo Falcone’s Se Dio vuole – God Willing (2015).
07
Dec
2018
Saint Stories: St Ambrose (as told by Natalie Ambrose)
Your browser does not support the audio element. If the audio player above is not working on your browser, try this link. REFLECT How can I be a good […]
06
Dec
2018
Do you really know the Immaculate Conception? | Xt3 Vox
Xt3 and Sydney Catholic Youth asked young people what they know about the ‘Immaculate Conception’. Their answers might surprise you! REFLECT 1. What was your understanding of the […]
06
Dec
2018
The Story of St Nicholas: The Real Santa Claus
Scroll down for Reflection Questions The true story of Santa Claus begins with Nicholas, who was born during the third century in the village of Patara in modern day […]
05
Dec
2018
Silence with the Eucharist | with Bishop Richard Umbers
Bishop Richard Umbers, Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney, talks about Christ present in the Eucharist and the powerful effects of silent adoration of the Eucharist. REFLECT What do I […]
04
Dec
2018
Meditations with Fulton Sheen: Prayer
Sketch of Fulton Sheen by Beth Larkin Meditate upon the profound words of Venerable Fulton Sheen, best known for his preaching and especially his work on television and radio. […]