In March 2020, Pope Francis announced that the theme for the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops would be “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”. He invited the entire Church to reflect on this theme that he saw as decisive for its life and mission:
We are delighted to announce a major international conference to take place on 24-25 April 2025 at the University of Oxford: Theology and Integral Ecology: New Approaches to our Planetary Crisis. The conference will address questions at the intersection of theology and integral ecology, exploring the interconnectedness of the social, cultural,
This short course explores the theological virtues that lie at the heart of Christian faith and theology. Faith, Hope and Love will explore what the 'theological virtues' are and how they serve as the means through which Christ transforms our lives, relationships and actions. Delivered across four face-to-face sessions, the
The Christian spiritual tradition offers us many creative and enriching ways of praying. In these sessions we will look, and have the chance to practice, praying with art, praying with icons, and praying with our lived experience. We will have an eye to our own personal interior nourishment, as well
ONLINE LEARNING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INTRODUCTION TO MISSION Through our partnerships, BBI-TAITE offers a range of online, in-your-own-time learning opportunities each supported by a specialist in the field. You can take up the offers at the dates below, or contact us for alternate ways to access the material that may
Through a partnership with Australian Catholic Bishops Conference Office for Justice Ecology and Peace, we at BBI-TAITE are able to bring to you an online course on Catholic Social Justice Teaching. This course is intended for teachers, mission leaders, employees in Catholic organizations, pastoral practitioners and Christian disciples, and its
Catholic Mission and BBI-TAITE together have created an online asynchronous short course Introduction to Mission. It may be of interest to you or to your associates. The intention is to bring a solid foundation in Catholic Mission to workers, administration, teachers and employees in general. It would also be suitable
We will look at some key texts from the Bible that may feature in teaching about creation and the environment and learn how to read them and interpret them. These texts can be used in the science, social science, and religion classroom to communicate what Catholics believe about creation and
A lot of work and resources go into the preparation of a Mass. We will work together to create a practical guide to this task. A different guide opens up the many possibilities for preparing a liturgy of the Word and a service of prayer. Session 1: Wednesday 19 March
Wednesday, 26 March 2025 5-6pm (new Zealand time) via Zoom Speaker: Fr Monty Bamford (Christchurch Diocese) Fr. Monty is a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Christchurch and is currently an Assistant Priest at the Cathedral Parish and Chaplain to the Te Rangimārie Māori Chaplaincy . He was ordained in
Campion College Australia invites you to join us for the book launch of George Cardinal Pell Pax Invictis, A Biography by Tess Livingstone. This definitive biography traces Cardinal George Pell’s life from his childhood in Australia to his role as the Vatican treasurer; through his trials, unjust imprisonment, and exoneration to his
You are invited to join us for a conversation on our 2025 theme "My Spiritual Journey" Guest Speakers Barbara Novak and Denise Harris Barbara is a Holistic Life Coach, who migrated to Australia in 1973 and has since moved 39 times, often renovating homes on the way. Her varied work experience
Celebrating the 30th year of Spirituality in the Pub (SIP) Annual Theme: Conscience Professor Lyria Bennett-Moses; Professor Tanveer Zia share their thoughts on Artificial Intelligence Moderator for the evening will be Susan Eichorn An initiative of Catalyst for Renewal
RETREAT & SPIRITUALITY PROGRAMS In addition to the retreat and spirituality programs facilitated and presented by various church groups and other organisations, a number of Marist programs are conducted here each year by the Marist Mission and Life Team. The Hermitage team also offer retreats: The Care for the Soul Retreat is
Pilgrimages along the Australian Ignatian Trail in the footsteps of the first Jesuits in Australia This ‘camino’ experience provides an opportunity for encountering Ignatian Spiritualty, discerning, and listening to God’s presence in Nature. Step aside from everyday life, walk, reflect, experience nature day after day, time in silence, conversation and
Digital Divinity: Working with Intelligence: Artificial, Human, and Divine? For centuries human beings have grappled to grasp the vastness of the intelligence of the mind of God with the (significant but comparatively feeble) intelligence of the human mind. How will this quest be helped or hindered by Generative Artificial Intelligence
Pilgrimages along the Australian Ignatian Trail in the footsteps of the first Jesuits in Australia This ‘camino’ experience provides an opportunity for encountering Ignatian Spiritualty, discerning, and listening to God’s presence in Nature. Step aside from everyday life, walk, reflect, experience nature day after day, time in silence, conversation and
As ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ the Jubilee 2025 offers a unique opportunity for all of God’s people to strengthen their faith, experience God’s grace and share hope with the world. Embrace the spirt of pilgrimage and participate in this special year of celebration. ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ the motto of the Jubilee Year 2025, where Pope
Topic: “My Synodal Experiences in Rome and Adelaide“
A Spiritual Renewal We cater to Eastern Catholics and Roman Catholics, and you will be led at all times by local guides whose knowledge and experience will enrich your mind and your spirit. This will be a time of deep learning and reverence, but also a time to reflect and
