Prayer Articles

An association with the Jewish feast of God’s giving the Law through Moses makes it clear that the Ascension of Jesus is about presence, not...

Pope Francis prays specifically this month for young Catholics who will find in Mary the source of inspiration for a generous life. The Pope’s prayer,...

Pope Francis’ April 2022 prayer intention for health care workers has a special resonance for all of us in Australia. Though it focuses on the...

It’s the Gospel stories underpinned by God’s fathomless love that inspire great acts of compassion, love and charity. In the Gospels charity is as close...

Pope Francis devotes 25 March to the consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Pope Francis has taken a significant step...

In praying for a Christian response to bioethical challenges this month, Pope Francis is asking us to consider what actions respect human dignity. In public...

Ashes are a powerful symbol of humility and loss, but they do not hold the last word as we journey to the glory of Easter....

A passion for social justice grows when we recognise the value of each human being and find delight in reaching out to others. We can...

Pope Francis’ February Prayer Intention for religious sisters and consecrated women reminds us also of all the other women without whose generosity the Catholic Church...

St Thomas Aquinas, whose feast day is celebrated this week (28 January), prized the understanding of God reached in prayer. St Thomas Aquinas was born...

Hope encourages us to have a larger vision than the ‘dome’ within which we live. In ordinary life we can’t escape from hope. If you...

Whatever our differences as people, we are all part of the human family and are entitled to support, and receive support from, one another. When...