Two months into his pontificate Pope Francis has already said quiet a bit about mission. This presentation, Pope Francis on Mission uses quotes from homilies and general audiences to highlight two emerging themes in Pope Francis’ teachings – evangelization and service.
Pope Francis’ words and actions have inspired people to want to know more about his spirituality. As a Jesuit, Pope Francis is guided by Ignatian spirituality. This presentation on Pope Francis & Ignatian Spirituality introduces some of the main elements of Ignatian spirituality and its approach to things using two… Read More »Pope Francis & Ignatian Spirituality
Here is my reflection for the April staff newsletter of CatholicCare Sydney, which explores Pope Francis’ encouragement to be good shepherds.
The good news is that we have a down to earth new Pope who knows that sheep smell. The ‘bad’ news is that he wants us to live with the smell of the sheep. But for CatholicCare Sydney this is really good news too. Let me explain.Read More »Living With the Smell of the Sheep
I’m pleased to be joining up with the Wollongong Diocese Justice, Ecology and Peace Council to present a workshop on Catholic Social Teaching. We will be following an Ignatian methodology (just like Pope Francis), exploring local issues and nurturing a spirituality of justice.
“Holy Week challenges us to step outside ourselves so as to attend to the needs of others: those who long for a sympathetic ear, those in need of comfort or help. We should not simply remain in our own secure world, that of the 99 sheep who never strayed from… Read More »Holy Week call to Step Outside Ourselves