pathways: September 09

 
from the CRA President:  Filling out the national picture
Catholic Religious Australia is undertaking a survey of members to determine a reliable picture of religious life in Australia. It is the first survey of religious life here for more than 30 years.
 
And you will be my witnesses
Young people are at the heart of the 2009 Social Justice statement from the Australian Catholic Bishops.  In particular, the Bishops support young people's commitment to social justice and reassert the central theme of last year's World Youth Day:  You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses.
 
Remembering towards a more inclusive future
Woman and Man: One in Christ Jesus remains a rich and relevant resource for the Australian Catholic Church although there is still a long way to go to achieve the goals of this ground-breaking report into the participation of women in the Church.
 
Influential religious women help fly inspirational flag
Three religious women from three States in Australia are among the 44 inspirational women featured in a photographic exhibition to celebrate the role of women in the Catholic Church in Australia.
 
Looking back with pride and forward with hope
At the launch of The Congregational School.  Its History and Significance in Catholic Education in NSW and Australia Catholic education has been likened to a platypus.
 
Around a new table of the Lord
The Blessed Sacrament priests, brothers and sisters of Sydney celebrate a new table of the Lord in St Peter Julian's Church, Haymarket.
 
in the spirit of the assembly ... Interfaith interface
The Jewish and Christian Liturgical Calendar is a 16-month, Australia-developed interfaith calendar that has the liturgical details for both faiths on the same spread.
 
in brief
Beyond fear ... Luke via cyberspace ... Acting justly ... Religious given Voice ... Media awards ...
 
links
MAM priority ... Child slaves produce religious items ... Mother Teresa remembered  ... Historic day for new Augustinian deacon ... East Timor:  The Hungry Season ... G-20 Summit reflection ...
books and films
book:  Communal Wisdom
films:  Balibo,  Blessed, The Soloist

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