In-depth
07 May 2019 |
Ann Rennie
We have more ways to connect with each other than ever before, yet so many people are feeling anxious and unhappy. What’s the connection that we’re missing?
07 May 2019 |
Andrew Hamilton SJ
The Christian response to mental illness has its roots in Jesus’ healing ministry, and the belief that each person is made in the image of God. But stigma has always followed those who are mentally ill, and even today some of that still lingers.
07 May 2019 |
Dr Cathy Kezelman
TRIGGER WARNING: Article includes discussion of sexual abuse, sexual assault, child abuse
The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse and many high profile cases have made us more aware of child sexual abuse and its often life-long impacts. Many in our Catholic communities have lived through abuse and continue to struggle with the trauma. Dr Cathy Kezelman, from the Blue Knot Foundation, says there are ways to help and support them.
13 Feb 2019 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
The Sacrament of Reconciliation was developed in the Catholic Church as one of a number of ways to strengthen our relationship with God. In this Explorations we look at the history of the sacrament and its place in the life of Catholics today.
13 Feb 2019 |
Fr Justin Glyn
Why is the seal of confession so important for the Church? Canon lawyer Fr Justin Glyn SJ explores some of the questions readers might have about the seal of confession in light of recent debates.
09 Nov 2018 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
In this Explorations we look at why prayer is such an important part of our faith, and at some of the different ways people go about it.
08 Nov 2018
Having first read about the different strands of spirituality, here’s a guide to help you find a spiritual retreat that might best suit you.
18 Sep 2018 |
Brian Doyle
First, pick up your wet towel and at least, for heavenssake, hang it up to dry.
21 Aug 2018 |
Bob Dixon
Bob Dixon explores what the Australian Catholic Church looks like today, a quarter of a century after the first edition of Australian Catholics was published.
21 Aug 2018 |
John Warhurst
Catholic Social Services Australia has shown how the Church can make a difference by drawing on the experience and passion of dedicated individuals at all levels of society.
page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1-10 out of 82 results.