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What does a godparent do? - The Catholic Leader
Apr 5, 2024 · WHETHER you are a parent of a child to be baptised or a recently-named godparent, you are probably full of questions about godparents – this explainer has got you covered. First of all, being named a godparent is an incredible privilege, Evangelisation Brisbane’s children and families associate director Chantale Wilson says. “It is a way […]
10 Bible quotes for the season of Advent - The Catholic Leader
Nov 17, 2023 · AS Christians, we believe even from page one, the Bible leads us on a journey to the incarnation of the Word Made Flesh, Jesus Christ. The Old Testament sets the stage, the prophets announce the coming of the Savior, and the New Testament unveils the fulfillment of God’s plan in the person of Jesus Christ.
The feast of St Jude – the quiet apostle and martyr
Oct 29, 2024 · ON October 28, the Church celebrates the feast of St Jude, also known as Thaddeus, one of Jesus’ 12 apostles. Historians account the Letter of Jude, one of the shortest books of the Bible, to his work, and he is often depicted with a club or axe. This symbolises his martyrdom, which was likely in […]
What are the Five Precepts of the Catholic Church?
May 31, 2024 · 5) to help to provide for the material needs of the Church, each according to his own ability. The first and third precepts recognise that all Catholics rely on the nourishment of the Eucharist to live a spiritual and moral life. The catechism and the Second Vatican Council tells us that the Eucharist is the “source and summit of the Christian life”.
New website launches for Archdiocese of Brisbane to engage …
Nov 4, 2024 · BRISBANE archdiocese has launched a fresh new look for its website to cater for its booming digital audience and to reflect the changing face of the Church in Brisbane. An archdiocese spokesperson said the website served more than 350,000 people every year and was a “critical channel” for reaching the community. They said the re-design […]
What is Advent? - The Catholic Leader
Dec 4, 2023 · Advent begins this year on Sunday, December 3. Most Catholics know that Advent involves a wreath with candles, possibly a “calendar” of hidden chocolates, and untangling strings of Christmas lights. But Advent is much more than that. Here is an explainer of what Advent is really about. What is Advent? The people of Israel waited […]
Church approves devotion at Medjugorje while not pronouncing …
Sep 20, 2024 · IN a report on the alleged apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Medjugorje, the Holy See’s doctrinal office on Thursday endorsed prudent devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary at the popular pilgrimage site in Bosnia and Herzegovina, yet withheld any declaration on whether the alleged visions are supernatural in origin. The September 19 note from the […]
Mother Teresa was a Christian who placed her ultimate trust in her …
Sep 6, 2023 · Mother Teresa is among the quintessential Catholic figures of the 20th century and was only canonised in 2016. As such, she is a saint who many people feel a real connection to, as they witnessed her faith commitment and keenly followed her throughout her lifetime.
World leading GK Chesterton scholar emphasises the importance …
Nov 15, 2024 · DALE Ahlquist has spent the better part of his life studying the work of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, who he claims has emerged as the best author of the 20th century. Described as the pre-eminent Chestertonian scholar, and as president of the Society of GK Chesterton, Mr Ahlquist makes a solid case. “He demonstrates an absolutely […]