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Fr Dave Callaghan MGL contrasts the boldness required to be either a great sinner or a great saint, with most people choosing to remain in a safe, middle ground of small sins and silent inaction, reflecting the common human tendency to avoid bold commitment. We’re challenged to reflect on our own stance, questioning whether we are willing to embrace the courage needed to truly follow Christ, even to the cross

Bishop Tony Percy says It is in every one’s interest – Catholic or not, believer or not – to want the best for Pope Leo XIV. By taking the name Leo XIV, our new pope is telling us, as did Leo XIII: In times of great change, we need to rediscover our rich spiritual tradition and not be afraid of new developments

Fr Rob Galea pays tribute to all mothers on this Mother’s Day as well as it being “Good Shepherd Sunday” and tells the story of his own very unlikely vocation as a priest thanks to his mother’s vision and perseverance in prayer. Pray constantly for our children and grand-children that they will discover their fruit-filled vocation in life

Mother Hilda shares a difficult story of a 5-year-old child affected by domestic violence and the consequences of his sudden outburst during a class. His fellow classmates recognise his need and provide him with a safe environment while at school

Bishop Tony Percy says that in Acts 13, Paul and Barnabas face rejection while preaching the Gospel, but they shake the dust off their feet as a refusal to be contaminated, discouraged, or diminished in fervour by the rejection they have experienced and move on with joy and the Holy Spirit

Byron & Francine Pirola say trust is fundamentally built through consistently keeping promises (both explicit and implicit), speaking truthfully with kindness, and offering sincere apologies when mistakes occur that take responsibility and include reparative actions can help restore and maintain trust over time

On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea pays tribute to all mothers on this Mother’s Day and tells the story of his own very unlikely vocation. Mother Hilda shares a story of how children provide a safe environment for a classmate. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Byron & Francine Pirola, and Fr Mike Delaney

Peak Fr Mike Delaney reflects that a recent climber's death on Federation Peak brought back vivid memories of his climb, including a moment of panic on the rock face and the dangers they overcame together. It reminds us of the importance of taking life one step at a time, with gratitude and awareness of God's presence in every moment

Fr Joshua Wicker says this week’s readings juxtapose Peter's transformation from his denial of Jesus during the trial to his courage before the Sanhedrin, highlighting how encountering the risen Christ completely changed the disciples. We too can be Transformed by our encounter with the risen Christ.

Bishop Tony Percy says St. Peter shows how personal weakness can become strength. Jesus does not ‘point the finger’ at Peter but rather questions him three times about his love. St. Peter’s story invites us to acknowledge our failures honestly and draw closer to Christ’s love, praying simply, “Jesus, you know all things, you know that I love you.”

Deacon Josh Clayton describes how children's questions can challenge and deepen our own faith understanding. When children and young people question our faith, we should recognize these moments as valuable opportunities to engage their curiosity, share our personal testimonies, explain the Gospel, and deepen our own understanding

Mother Hilda reflects on a Father Brown mystery episode and how the advice he gives in that episode is equally applicable to us now. it is a comforting thought that God is with us in life despite our failings, and He will surely be with us in death, encouraging us to trust in His mercy and pray for a happy death

On The Journey This Week: Fr Joshua Wicker says have the same invitation as Peter and the disciples to an encounter Jesus risen and alive. Mother Hilda reflects on a Father Brown mystery episode. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy, and Deacon Josh Clayton

Trish McCarthy says the eye is the lamp of the body, the tool our brain uses to perceive and the window to our soul. By caring for our physical health and nurturing positive thoughts, we can improve both the appearance of our eyes and the reflection of our soul's well-being

. Pete Gilmore says Thomas is someone whose example we should follow. Thomas was struggling with unbelief, but his solution was more Jesus, not less, to ask for something incredible and to say to God, no, I need to meet you here and in this place. Jesus is ready to meet us in our need. Are we ready and willing to call out to him?

Fr Mark De Battista says Jesus demonstrates extraordinary mercy and compassion. Christ heals our wounds of doubt and disbelief by inviting us to encounter his own wounds first, showing that true spiritual healing comes through connection with the Risen Lord.

Mother Hilda says our lives have the capacity to inspire others to the eternal or superficial. Our lives have the capacity to inspire others to the eternal or superficial but to do the eternal we need to be in touch with God, not treating him and others as superficial

Peter Abela says we check our phones an average of 58 times a day—often out of boredom rather than necessity. So when you feel the urge to grab your phone, be still, turn your mind to God instead and say a quick prayer or if you have time, a longer one, turning what would be 58 smartphone checks into 58 opportunities for spiritual growth

On The Journey This Week: Fr John Corrigan with his reflection for Divine Mercy Sunday. Fr Mark De Battista says that in the Gospel Jesus demonstrates extraordinary mercy and compassion. Mother Hilda says our lives have the capacity to inspire others to the eternal or superficial. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Pete Gilmore, and Peter Abela

Fr Tony Percy says the need to talk and the need to listen are equally profound. These two human needs come together in what is known as the sacrament of confession, penance, reconciliation. Jesus breathed on his disciples and said, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit. For those whose sins you forgive, they are forgiven. For those whose sins you retain, they are retained (John 20). When things go wrong – and sometimes quite seriously – we need to talk, be honest and have a priest who will listen and forgive.