Why?
“Why is a word God gave us by mistake,” wrote the poet Piotr Rawicz. But when death cleaves, we stand together stunned and someone will surely ask, “Why?” writes Good...
Carrying the pain of others: reviving an ancient journey
At first blush, the concept seemed frankly medieval. An idea left behind centuries ago, writes Tony Doherty.
The timelessness of Benedictine spirituality
What is it about Benedictine spirituality and history that enables it to be so formative of people’s humanity across time, ecumenical boundaries and cultural divides, asks Good Samaritan Sister Carmel...
From the Helidon quarry to Lourdes Hill
For Queensland sculptor Mardi Kearney, art is a bridge to the spirit.
Forgiveness: the healing of relationships
Like all human formation, forgiveness comes, in the end, not as conquest but as gift.
Christmas down under
Perhaps as a nation come of age, and as a people whose many citizens originate from climes other than northern Europe, it is time for us to claim new images...
Discovering again a language that is accessible
“In over 20 years of working with young people on retreats, I have discovered several things that both lift me up with great joy and other things that leave me...
A pilgrim reflects on the Camino Salvado
Good Samaritan Sister Margaret Malone reflects on the experience of walking the Camino Salvado, a seven-day pilgrimage from Perth to New Norcia in Western Australia.
On food and faith
There has been a plethora of television programs on food and cooking in recent months and I believe it is possible, if we take the time, to mull on some...
Holy and unholy thoughts in a hot climate
How do I have holy thoughts when all I can think of is how uncomfortable I am and where I might find a refreshing breeze, asks Good Samaritan Sister Patty...
Where there is no beauty there will be poverty
Are we at a special moment in history that is witnessing the slow awakening of new spiritual sensibilities? Can we consider the part places of beauty and light and peace...
A spirit-filled life requires a daily choice
To live a life in the Spirit – a discerning life – requires a daily choice, says Good Samaritan Sister Veronica McDougall. What is God calling me to now? How...