Journal

Finding God in the Ordinary with St. Ignatius
Catholic prayer can sometimes feel like one more obligation in an already crowded week. Work, family, commuting, parish commitments and the constant stream of…
How to start a men's rosary group in Australia
A men’s rosary group can begin with a simple invitation and a clear desire to place Christ at the centre of ordinary life. The Rosary gives Catholic men a…
Catholic Perspectives on the Dignity of Work
The dignity of human work is a theme that runs through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, and Catholic social teaching has shaped it into a coherent body of…
Planning a Day of Reflection That Renews Parish Volunteers
Catholic parishes across Australia depend on legions of volunteers who give their time to sacristy duties, sacramental preparation, outreach, communion visits,…
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Daily Life
The Holy Spirit is not distant from ordinary Christian life. His presence can be recognised in the quiet decisions made before work, the patience shown during…
St. Joseph And The Quiet Strength Of Fatherhood And Work
St. Joseph stands before the Church as a steady, faithful man whose holiness was expressed through ordinary responsibilities. He welcomed Mary, protected…
Forming A Faithful Lay Apostolate In Your Diocese
A lay apostolate begins when ordinary Catholics recognise a real spiritual need and respond through prayer, formation, and practical service. It may take the…
The History And Meaning Of The Brown Scapular
The Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is one of the best-known Marian sacramentals in Catholic life. It is a small woollen garment worn over the…
How to Make a Good Confession: A Practical Guide
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a personal encounter with the mercy of Jesus Christ. In confession, Catholics bring their sins before God through the…
Catholic Temperance And The Freedom To Live Well
Catholic teaching on the virtue of temperance offers a practical path to freedom. It teaches that our desires are good gifts when they are guided by reason,…