The theme for Human Rights Day on Saturday is Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All. Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights says, “It is absolutely clear that we need to regain the universality of human rights, the indivisibility of human rights, and we need to find a new energy that motivates young people around the world.”
Time to motivate the young Read More »
Christians around the world observe the birth of Jesus at Christmas. While their adoration of Jesus is the same, cultures celebrate differently. Here, we hear from several people about their family experiences at Christmas.
Christmas cheer around the world Read More »
John the Baptist was quite a celebrity around Jerusalem. People came from everywhere to see this strange man who lived on locusts and wild honey, dressed in camel hair, and preached the need for repentance. He even instituted a new ritual of baptism – pouring water on people’s heads – as a sign of forgiveness for those who confess their sins and genuinely seek a new way of life.
Serving the poor with love Read More »
While we can look forward to warmer and sunnier weather over the next few months, it’s a different story in other parts of the world including war-ravaged Ukraine.
A cold, harsh reality for Ukraine Read More »
The opportunity to make a fresh start is something that we all value, especially if we have been struggling with problems which have weighed us down. The tradition of making New Year resolutions illustrates this deep desire to put the past behind us and move on.
Walking in the light of the Lord Read More »
Friday marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. To observe the occasion the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference (ACBC) will hold a special online event.
World focus on violence against women Read More »
We often associate the word ‘king’ with power and majesty. Also, a king’s position is often not dependent on his personal abilities, virtues or goodness, but on family lineage: power and status through inheritance. But Jesus never displayed that kind of power or majesty; after all, he was born in a stable!
The Prince and the Pauper Read More »
As November is Family Stories Month, we believe families should set aside the month to share stories amongst themselves. This week’s article focuses on Australia’s Indigenous who are the oldest storytellers in the world and the Christian Gospels.
The world’s oldest storytellers Read More »
The theme for World Children’s Day on Sunday is ‘Inclusion, For Every Child’. In the lead up to Sunday and on the day, hundreds of events are planned across Australia in schools, childhood education centres, workplaces, and communities.
Celebrating our little ones Read More »
November is Family Stories Month, and we believe families should set aside the month to share stories amongst themselves. Story telling is a fun way to learn more about the different generations before it’s too late. This article is about a family, Andrew and Donna Bosnjak, and their children Jack and Annabelle, whose traditional summer holiday involves the beach.
Bateman’s Bay for the Bosnjaks Read More »