Prayer Articles

Thankfully there is nothing complicated about prayer. It is simply an encounter between ourselves and God. When I was a young Jesuit in training,...

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,...

A children’s story character imparts an important lesson in how to apologise and make amends. Dear Charlotte and Ella, ‘I want the Wiggles!’ you...

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...

We need to cease highlighting our flaws and understand that God’s love makes us perfect. There is an insight into the human psyche offered...

Our charitable responses to the injustices around us should come from a place of love and care. Towards the end of her life, as...

Scripture reflections for Holy Week Year C 2022, inspired by the writings of Henry Nouwen. GOSPELJesus had always loved those who were his in...

Charity is about doing what you can to ensure others get their chance to have ‘something more’. On the corner of Sister Clare’s desk...

Scripture reflections for Holy Week Year C 2022, inspired by the writings of Henry Nouwen. GOSPELWhen evening came he was at table with the...

Scripture reflections for Holy Week Year C 2022, inspired by the writings of Henry Nouwen. GOSPELSome Greeks approached Philip, who came from Bethsaida in...

Scripture reflections for Holy Week Year C 2022, inspired by the writings of Henry Nouwen. GOSPELMary brought in a pound of very costly ointment,...

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