A community in crisis
“Though hard to recognise, God is there,” writes Sister Patty Fawkner in response to the crisis of child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.
We must die to that which is contrary to the Gospel
Church leaders offer a pastoral way forward towards healing in response to the conviction of Cardinal George Pell and the child sexual abuse crisis in the Australian Catholic Church.
#BalanceforBetter – Women and the Church
International Women’s Day shone a light on the need for a better gender balance across all areas of society. Women are also calling for a greater role in the leadership...
A different kind of pilgrimage
A desire to invite stillness, contemplation and reflection in everyday life, is how Linda Espie would describe her point of view as a photographer.
Women address Vatican summit on abuse
The Vatican Summit heard the call from women for greater transparency and accountability in the Church’s handling of child sexual abuse.
Fuel for your Lenten journey
Our Editor’s Picks from previous editions of The Good Oil provide opportunities for reflection during this Lenten Season starting with these podcasts.
A merciful Lent
Looking through the eyes of mercy may well be a life-changing Lenten experience, writes Good Samaritan Sister Meg Kahler SGS in our second Editor’s Pick.
