February 2025

Acts of racially motivated hatred have no place in Australia

Dismay, disappointment and surprise have swirled through my heart and mind these past months as we have heard, so often, of ‘racially focussed’ vandalism, writes Congregational Leader Sister Catherine McCahill.

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Benedictine spirituality and eco-spirituality the focus of US Sisters’ visit

Two Benedictine Sisters from the US, Judith Sutera and Elizabeth Carrillo, have arrived in Australia for a month-long visit during which they will give a series of retreats and workshops.

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Women’s leadership program embraces rural and remote areas

Six women have embarked on this year’s Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program, which includes full scholarships to complete studies in theology, along with mentoring and spiritual direction.

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Dr Joanne Hack new Executive Director of Good Samaritan Education

Throughout my life there have been persistent and enduring glimpses of the Good Samaritan charism, writes Dr Joanne Hack, the new Executive Director of the ecclesial community Good Samaritan Education.

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Is there an ‘Order of Love’?

When US Vice President JD Vance told Fox News that an ‘Order of Love’ was a Christian concept, he dismissed Jesus’ fundamental message in the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

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WATAC (Women and the Australian Church) looks to the future

WATAC began as a grassroots effort to address the role of women in the Australian Catholic Church and broader society. How will its inclusive vision be sustained, asks Andrea Dean.

Tags: Opinion

Book review: Feast. Pray. Love.

In this new Lenten resource, Andy Hamilton SJ explores the many paths we take on our Easter journey, inviting us to let memory be our guide. Reviewed by Tracey Edstein.

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