Jesus taught us to live in right relationships with everyone and everything around us. This knowledge demands a new politics of inclusion and communion. It equips us to avoid both excessive individualism and the aggressive populism that thrives on identifying enemies at home and abroad. Pope Francis insists that living in harmony with all is the key to future-proof the planet. He calls this a new fraternity. [Read More]
Having completed our five-week detour through the sixth chapter of John reflecting on Jesus as the bread of life, we return to Mark’s gospel accompanying Jesus on his public ministry. He is running into some resistance from Pharisees and scribes who have their own authoritative take on what makes for a good religious life. [Read More]
“Mission is not just about work but also about the gift of oneself,” he said. “Jesus fulfils his mission by giving himself, his flesh, his presence to others as the Father wills it. The presence of Jesus in the Eucharist is a gift and the fulfilment of his mission.” [Read More]
Church Stores, a 120-year-old Christian supplies and gift shop, has relocated from the historic Dymocks Building in Sydney CBD to a new premises in Wentworthville. [Read More]