The Greek and Hebrew words for church in this context refer to the liturgical assembly formed to hear the word of God. The church then...

Not sure if you have had the same experience, but when I was growing up being a Catholic and going to Mass was deeply uncool. Most of my...

I am reminded of my time studying Italian in Siena, before I got thrown in the deep-end in Rome. (If you ever want to feel smarter...)

The “other” is not me, yet an encounter with an “other” makes a demand on me. This demand arises before I can express...

The big news this week is that we have appointed a new principal for St Mary’s Primary School for next year. Mrs Cathy Ferrari accepted...

And his feelings of failure revolve around this too. Elijah questions whether anything he has done has been successful...

In a time of pandemic and fear, it’s worth reflecting on the difference Christ makes.

You can see pictures of both the plaque and the window on the parish Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/stmarysstkildaeast

Last week, I mentioned that I had been made Director of Vocations in the Archdiocese. A few people have already told me that they have...

I think we have looked at the idea of culture previously, and it features again prominently in today’s readings. As we know, the words...

I remember reading an interview with an exorcist, who recounted some terrifying tales of possession. The interviewer followed these...

A couple of announcements this week. First, the bad news for you, and the good news for me. Archbishop Comensoli has appointed me as...

Our gospel today introduces us to Jesus’s parables. The parable of the sower is the first parable in Matthew’s gospel; and some consider...

Can any of you remember what you were like at the age of 3 or 4?

This is just a short note to update you on some changes to Mass attendance. As you would be aware...