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On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista traces through St John’s gospel to bring together St John’s full understanding of the power of Pentecost. Mother Hilda says surfers riding powerful waves is a metaphor for life. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Francine Pirola, and Fr Mike Delaney

Bishop Tony Percy says three saints aid our understanding of Pentecost: St. Cyril of Jerusalem (313-386), St. Bede the Venerable (672-735), and St. Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621).

Fr Mark De Battista traces through St John’s gospel to bring together St John’s full understanding of the power of Pentecost with Pentecost liturgically representing “super abundant perfection being poured out”.

Mother Hilda, watching the powerful, crashing waves of the ocean, as a metaphor for life: rather than hardening ourselves against its hardships, we are called to remain flexible and open, allowing love—especially God's love—to carry us through the rough waves of life

On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea says with the Ascension of Jesus, the apostles must now rely on faith and the unseen presence of the Holy Spirit. Mother Hilda shares a story from the First Nations people highlighting their deep connection with nature. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy, Deacon Josh Clayton

Bishop Tony Percy says before ascending, Jesus entrusts a most important mission to us: to be witnesses to the forgiveness of sins. We do this in three ways: first, by personally experiencing God's forgiveness as one cannot speak about forgiveness without having received it themselves; second, by gently announcing this forgiveness to others in everyday encounters; and third, by helping others receive it

Trish McCarthy explores how the three archangels - Michael (God's courageous defence), Gabriel (God's strength), and Raphael (God's healing) - serve as spiritual archetypes that reflect different aspects of God's nature needed for our faith journey. We are encouraged to reflect on which of these divine expressions we most need and remain open to encountering God through daily experiences and relationships

Mother Hilda shares a story from the First Nations people highlighting their deep connection with nature and draws parallels between visible signs and the unseen consequences of our words and actions on ourselves and others. By living in awareness of God's presence and following Jesus's example can help us see these deeper connections

Fr Rob Galea says with the Ascension of Jesus, the apostles must now rely on faith and the unseen presence of the Holy Spirit. Despite receiving the Holy Spirit, the Church still experiences division and conflict, highlighting that unity is not automatic

Deacon Josh Clayton finds profound meaning in connecting with people through simple, everyday moments. Ministry isn't just about serving others; it's also about being transformed through those connections and recognizing how small acts of love and care can help shape lives and communities.

On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista says loving Christ is demonstrated by keeping his word, even when it is difficult. Mother Hilda has the profound story of Etty Hillesum who died in Auschwitz at age 29. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Mark Raue, and a faith testimony from MenALIVE member, Fonz Corbett

Mark Raue celebrates the wisdom and courage of Pope Francis. In his final Easter address, Francis emphasized hope, peace, and the triumph of love over evil, urging political leaders to work for peace and compassionately acknowledging those who suffer. His legacy of empathy, advocacy for the marginalized, and a call for global peace will continue to inspire people of all faiths, with his final message reinforcing the Easter promise that God "alone can make all things new.

Fonz Corbett, a farmer, farrier and small business owner from Holbrook, NSW, in discussion with Journey Editor, Max Norden. Fonz describes hitting a physical, emotional and spiritual rock bottom during a drought and with nothing to lose, accepts his wife’s suggestion to attend a MenALIVE weekend. Fonz gives powerful testimony on what then happened and what MenALIVE now means for him.

Bishop Tony Percy says the reading from Revelation emphasizes God's eternal presence—He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end—meaning our lives have purpose and are rooted in Him from start to finish.

Fr Mark De Battista says loving Christ is demonstrated by keeping his word, even when it is difficult, as his word serves as a rule of life guiding believers toward holiness. Our efforts to uphold Christ's word in its entirety—without watering it down or cutting corners—serve as the authentic sign of our love for Him and the path to holiness

Mother Hilda has the profound story of Etty Hillesum, a young Jewish Dutch woman who died in Auschwitz at age 29. Etty's reflections reveal a deep commitment to seeing God in everything and everyone, rejecting hatred, and striving for inner peace, even toward her oppressors. Etty's example and her belief that we must "destroy in oneself that which we think we ought to destroy in another" offers powerful spiritual guidance and strength in our own troubled times.

Fr John Paul Escarlan says in the Gospel Jesus gives us his command to love one another. We know well that sometimes it is difficult to love even those close to us, but Jesus reminds us today to love as he loves, not with emotional love but with agape love. God’s love is unconditional, merciful and forgiving, constantly searching and reaching out to show mercy

Mother Hilda explains the monastic rule on possessions, that nothing is owned in person, that all belongs to the community, and all is gift from God. We have much to learn from this rule; life & every facet of it belongs to God, who created all things, and we have the privilege of its use

On The Journey This Week: Fr John Paul Escarlan says Jesus calls us to love as he loves, not with emotional love but with agape love Mother Hilda explains the monastic rule on possessions. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Christy Honeysett, and Fr Dave Callaghan.

Christy Honeysett says the desire for union with God, others, and creation is a God-given gift reflecting our innate longing to belong and be interconnected, as seen in the concept of Ubuntu, which teaches that "I am because we are." Jesus speaks of this divine union in John 17, emphasizing that just as He is one with the Father, we are called to be one with each other and with God