The new school year for many young Australians began last week. The summer holidays have come and gone, and for school-aged children it’s back to routines, the classroom and study.
Welcome to a new school year Read More »
There wouldn’t be too many families that don’t have a close relative who hasn’t been affected by cancer. Each year about 165,000 Australians are diagnosed with some form of cancer and almost 2 in 5 Australians will be diagnosed with the insidious disease by the age of 85.
Uniting as one to beat cancer Read More »
Majellan Media has launched a new podcast series on prayer titled Prayer is Life which coincides with the start of a Year of Prayer announced by Pope Francis.
To pray is to live Read More »
Four weeks into the new year and life after the summer break continues as usual for many of us.
A new year begins Read More »
In preparation for the birth of Jesus tomorrow, today we celebrate the Annunciation, the announcement to Mary that she is being invited to become the mother of the Saviour. Moreover, we hear the story in the Gospel of Luke who portrays Mary as a true believer and first disciple of Jesus. While Mary is not a disciple like the Twelve who accompany Jesus in his ministry, she is presented as the true disciple who hears the Word of God and acts upon it.
Like Mary we are called to be prophets Read More »
Some years ago, I was invited to Christmas lunch by a young family – dad, mum and two gorgeous little girls, living in a suburban Department of Housing flat. The menu featured ham and salad, with Christmas pudding and custard for dessert!
Christmas is a feast of the heart Read More »
Reflecting on the year just passed and contemplation of the year ahead are an important part of Advent in the lead up to Christmas.
A time to review our lives Read More »
