Magazine Features
| 08 May 2019
The Rites of Passage Institute helps young people develop healthy personal identities as they transition from adolescence to young adulthood.
Tracey Edstein | 08 May 2019
Stephanie Lorenzo has gone from raising money to support trafficked women in Cambodia and Australia, to joining a global campaign to empower and advocate for women in leadership positions in the Catholic Church.
Heather Kennett | 08 May 2019
Discovering an order devoted to living the Franciscan charism, without giving up hopes for marriage, family and a career, struck the right note for Tony Bozicevic
Kaitlyn Fasso-Opie | 08 May 2019
A CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes project is providing a fount of support for drought-affected communities.
Hannah Gamble | 08 May 2019
It is essential that we equip primary school children with tools to navigate through the inevitable tough times that life will throw at them.
Sinead Goodfellow | 08 May 2019
Completing school assignments on time and studying for exams are some of the most stressful parts of being a teenager. One of our young writers shares some of her tips for ensuring you care for your mental health and wellbeing, so that you can study smarter not harder.
Caitlin Humphrys | 08 May 2019
After first being diagnosed with depression and anxiety at the age of 13, Caitlin Humphrys says her mental health journey has had its ups and downs. But she’s been blessed with the support of her family, school community, health professionals, and faith.
Francine Crimmins | 08 May 2019
A mental health project at St John Fisher College in Queensland has given students a space where they can chill out and connect with each other when they need it.
Ann Rennie | 08 May 2019
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?
Dr Cathy Kezelman | 08 May 2019
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.
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Anna Watt | 08 May 2019
Dave Jorna has been running retreat days and leadership programs for young people in schools around Australia for more than a decade. Anna Watt speaks to him about his philosophy for having a healthy mentality, and what he learned while supporting someone close to him suffering from mental health issues.
Alice Foddy and Genevieve Peters | 08 May 2019
Two of our young writers share the stories of saints they encountered while travelling to different parts of the world – each offering some perspective on their own life’s challenges.
Caitlin Humphrys | 08 May 2019
After first being diagnosed with depression and anxiety at the age of 13, Caitlin Humphrys says her mental health journey has had its ups and downs. But she’s been blessed with the support of her family, school community, health professionals, and faith.
| 08 May 2019
Five takeaways from Pope Francis’ letter on young people and the Church, Christus Vivit, which was released in April.
Tatiana Kurniawan | 08 May 2019
When we feel anxious, it can be like there are two voices in our head competing for our attention. While one voice wants us to be ruled by fear, the other wants us to be free.
Regular features
Kate Moriarty | 08 May 2019
‘If Mamma ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.’
| 08 May 2019
Beetroot and sweet potato meatballs are just like your grandmother's classic meatball recipe but packed full of nutritious vegetables.
Geraldine Vytilingam | 08 May 2019
Some celebrities who have spoken openly about their mental health struggles.
Michael McGirr | 08 May 2019
Regular columnist Michael McGirr writes to a young doctor, thanking her for showing Year 10 students around a mosque and talking about faith and wellbeing.
Peter Fleming | 08 May 2019
Suffering from mental illness throughout his life, St Benedict Joseph Labre was turned away from holy places. But he made a holy life for himself on the streets.
Andrew Hamilton SJ | 08 May 2019
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.