Reflection

Pilgrims of hope: the journey within

A pilgrim is someone who undertakes a long, often arduous, journey to a sacred place. It isn’t an exercise in sightseeing, but a quest to grow spiritually, writes Anna Beresford. READ MORE

Being Neighbour – one leader’s perspective

The light from the past continues to show the way forward

The Good Samaritan Sisters, together with St Scholastica’s College and Good Samaritan Education, gathered on 16 October this year to mark 125 years of presence in Glebe, writes Catherine McCahill. READ MORE

News Feature


Workshop for Writers: The Word Made Fresh Aspiring and published writers are invited to participate in an in-person workshop in Sydney on 11 November with the theme, The Word Made Fresh: being Inspired, making Connections, building Community. READ MORE

UN gathering an opportunity to highlight action against human trafficking For Sarah Puls, an invitation to take ACRATH’s work against modern slavery and human trafficking to the global stage was a privilege and an affirmation of action at the grassroots. READ MORE

Sister Kawi Arebonto appointed first Local Leader for Kiribati The Good Samaritan Sisters in Kiribati have had two occasions for thanksgiving recently, with Sister Kawi Arebonto appointed the Congregation’s Local Leader and Sister Taabeia Ibouri renewing her temporary vows. READ MORE

Benedictines prepare to celebrate 1500 years of community The spirituality of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan is inspired by the wisdom of the Rule of St Benedict. In 2029, Benedictines worldwide will celebrate 1500 years of community. READ MORE

Feature

Grief and loss: sharing the journey

Sister Geraldine Kearney SGS gave a presentation on Loss and Grief in Religious Life recently, touching on a range of vulnerable areas for congregations affected by rapid change and diminishment. READ MORE

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