Immaculata Mission School

Fr Michael Doody – Epiphany Homily

Fr Michael Doody — Sun, 05 Jan 2020 13:35:32 +0000

Homily for The Feast of the Epiphany
Delivered on the 6th of January 2019

Fr Michael Doody draws us to contemplate the three wise men on the feast of the Epiphany – and the rich symbolism and meaning behind each of their gifts. Fr Michael then goes on to help us realise the importance of spending time in Adoration. This homily was recorded at the Immaculata Mission School 2019.

Fr Michael Doody is the parish priest of St Augustine of Canterbury parish in Harehills, Leeds and the Vocations Director for the Diocese of Leeds.

The Immaculata Mission School 2019 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Glennie School in Toowoomba, Queensland.

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Homily – The Holy Name of Jesus

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 13:35:27 +0000

Homily for The Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus
Delivered on the 3rd of January 2019

Archbishop Julian Porteous reflects on the baptism of Jesus, a primary manifestation of the Trinity in scripture – and reminds us of the necessity of baptism for salvation. This homily was recorded at the Immaculata Mission School 2019.

The Immaculata Mission School 2019 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Glennie School in Toowoomba, Queensland.

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St Therese of Lisieux: “My Way Is All Love”

Fr Anthony Mary Prendergast — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:35:14 +0000

Fr Anthony Mary Prendergast reflects on St Therese of Lisieux, one of the most commonly venerated saints in the Church today. He explains the little way of St Therese, which is a way of sanctification within the grasp of even the most ordinary Catholic.

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Mary – The Surest Way to Imitate Christ

Paul Elarde — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:35:27 +0000

Paul Elarde helps debunk some common myths related to the Blessed Virgin Mary through drawing on her apparition at Fatima and explains the basic concepts of Mariology.

The Immaculata Mission School 2019 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Glennie School in Toowoomba, Queensland.

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Fr Rob Galea – Repentance

Cradio — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:35:50 +0000

Fr Rob Galea speaks about the constant struggle that is living the Catholic Faith and how to avoid sin – especially by availing yourself of the sacrament of reconciliation.

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Fr Rob Galea is the founder of FRG ministry. He has a heart and passion to see others come to encounter the love of Jesus Christ and find a home in His Church. Visit his website at www.frgministry.com.

The Immaculata Mission School 2019 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Glennie School in Toowoomba, Queensland.

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The Mystery of The Eucharist

Fr Anthony Mary Prendergast — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 14:35:09 +0000

One of the greatest tragedies in the Church today is that an increasingly large number of Catholics who attend mass every Sunday do not really believe that the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ. In this talk from the 2019 Immaculata Mission School, Fr Anthony Mary inspires us to love deeper the Holy Sacrifice of The Mass by explaining that the Eucharist should be understood primarily through our hearts, not our minds.

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The Miracle of The Mass

Paul Elarde — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:30:33 +0000

Paul Elarde helps us to gain a greater understanding of the Holy Sacrifice of The Mass through explaining its scriptural basis and strengthens our faith by telling us about some Eucharistic miracles.

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My Soul Magnifies The Lord

Fr Anthony Mary Prendergast — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:30:07 +0000

In this talk from the Immaculata Mission School 2019, Fr Anthony Mary speaks about the beauty of the soul of Our Blessed Mother, and how Mary’s existence is a constant glorification of God.

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Discipleship – Archbishop Julian Porteous

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:30:16 +0000

In this talk from the Immaculata Mission School 2019, Archbishop Julian Porteous speaks about what it means to follow Jesus Christ and to give our whole selves to him in a spirit of docility to the Divine Will.

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St Francis of Assisi and Spiritual Poverty

Luke Streher — Wed, 16 May 2018 14:30:51 +0000

Luke Streher talks about the life of St Francis of Assisi who had a deep love for Jesus Christ, placing Him at the centre of his life. Luke also discusses in detail how we should embrace a spirit of poverty and become radical Christians who are not afraid to become the saints of the new millennium.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2018 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at Jane Franklin Hall in Hobart, Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Impact of Love in Growth and Personal Development

Cradio — Wed, 09 May 2018 14:30:52 +0000

James Parker talks about growth and the stages of development, and explains the importance of growing up in a healthy, loving environment. James shares from his own experiences of woundedness and how, by the grace of God, he was able to change path and undo the effects of traumatic experiences.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Sexuality and Identity

Cradio — Wed, 02 May 2018 14:30:56 +0000

James Parker shares his testimony of abandonment, growing up in a foster family, sexual abuse, and his journey to healing with the Lord. He also provides deep insights on how the Lord can work through us despite our shortcomings and experiences.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Theology of the Body, the Saints and Our Masks

Cradio — Wed, 25 Apr 2018 14:30:14 +0000

Madeleine Carrington explores the Theology of the Body and also the examples given to us by the saints in how they lived it in their life and vocation. She also shares practical insights on how we can live this wonderful message and how it can deepen our relationship with God. Madeleine also looks at the necessity to take off our “masks” and allow God to truly do His work of healing in us.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Understanding Our Sexual Desire

Cradio — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:30:16 +0000

Simon Carrington explores sexual desire as a gift from God rather than something sinful. Simon also gives practical tips on how to better understand our sexual desire, and how direct it to its true fulfilment in God and love.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Keys to Faithfulness

Cradio — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:30:41 +0000

Fr Stefan Matuszek explains what faithfulness is, how we can be faithful through receptivity, and four steps to being responsive to God.

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Why St Joseph Matters

Cradio — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 14:30:45 +0000

Simone Smith explores Scripture and debunks some myths to explain why St Joseph is important to both the life of Jesus and the Church.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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A Message of Mercy

Paul Elarde — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 13:30:29 +0000

Paul Elarde explores the message of Divine Mercy as given to St Faustina by the Lord Jesus Christ. He delves into the unfathomable Mercy of God and His desire for the salvation for souls. Paul also goes on to explain four gifts given to the world by Jesus to draw us deeper into His Mercy: the hour of Mercy, the image of the Divine Mercy, the Chaplet of Mercy and the Feast of Mercy.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Importance of Mary

Paul Elarde — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 13:30:16 +0000

Paul Elarde explores Mary in the Scriptures and highlights her role in salvation history. He also points to how Mary is integral in Christian spirituality and in our lives.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Open to the Holy Spirit

Cradio — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 13:30:27 +0000

Simone Smith shares how the Holy Spirit has worked in her life to make her open to the His gifts. Likewise, she encourages us to be open to the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and not be afraid to embrace the gifts given to us by God.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Fostering A Relationship With The Holy Spirit

Cradio — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 13:30:26 +0000

Through sharing his personal experience, Juan Frech discusses the importance of developing and nurturing a relationship with the Holy Spirit. Juan also explains how through devotion to scripture, the Holy Spirit leads us to a deeper relationship with Christ.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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St Peter: The Rock and the Church

Cradio — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 13:30:56 +0000

Fr Michael Doody reflects on Jesus’ commissioning of St Peter to discuss the Magisterium, Papal infallibility, Reconciliation, and the need to trust God’s promise for His Church.

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Pentecost: The Experience of the Upper Room

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 13:30:20 +0000

Archbishop Julian Porteous leads a reflection on the experience of upper room at Pentecost, and explains how Christianity is about living on the “wave” of God’s grace.

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Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Jess Leach — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 13:30:51 +0000

Jess Leach explores the spiritual manifestations of the Holy Spirit in the Letter to the Galatians, and what this means for us. She also looks at what it means to be holy, pointing to holiness as primarily an interior movement rather than an outward display.

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Evangelise About the One You Love

Cradio — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 13:30:59 +0000

Fr Rob Galea explores ways in which to evangelise by sharing about Jesus, whom we have come to love with a burning heart. He shares his own experiences of evangelising, how he does it, and practical tips on how we can evangelise others.

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Created Out Of Love For Love

Jess Leach — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 13:30:59 +0000

Jess Leach shares how her experience of emptiness was transformed by Confession and a relationship with Jesus Christ. Jess further explains how God revealed that she was created out of love and for love.

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Repentance and Healing

Cradio — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 13:30:42 +0000

“The greater the sin you commit, when we repent, the more mercy you receive.”

Tomasz shares the destructive nature of sin from his past and the healing he received through repentance and conversion. He also highlights the graces found through the sacrament of reconciliation and Christ’s Love and Mercy.

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The Meaning of Life and the Cross

Cradio — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:30:36 +0000

In the first talk of the Immaculata Mission School 2018, Tomasz Juszczak speaks on the meaning of life. Tomasz unpacks the meaning of life from the perspective of his own life and struggles growing up, and draws from John Paul II’s papal encyclical Redemptor Hominis.

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Theology of the Body (Part 2): Destiny and Design

Paul Elarde — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 14:30:30 +0000

Paul Elarde continues discussing Theology of the Body by exploring the destiny & design of our bodies as God had intended them. Paul also explores the topics of authentic love, freedom, contraception and celibacy in the context of the theology of the body.

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In this podcast:

2:08: The Second D: Design.
9:12: The Third and Final D: Destiny.

13:30: Our Infinite Desire and How and Where to Direct it.
17:40: The Virtue of Chasity.

19:52: Loving through the Model of the Trinity: Freely, Totally, Faithfully and Fruitfully.
24:15: The Tale of Salvation and its Impact on Purity, Love and Our Perception of the Body.
40:00: Freedom.
46:53: Redemption And Allowing Christ to Heal Us.
50:38: On Celibacy.
52:11: On Contraception.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Theology of the Body (Part 1): Eros and Desire

Paul Elarde — Wed, 14 Jun 2017 14:30:10 +0000

Paul Elarde explores Theology of the Body by looking at eros and the desire and longing which we have to love and be loved. In this talk, Paul introduces the Theology of the Body, its origins and what it is and debunks the common misunderstanding of the body and its desires being bad and contrary to the Spirit of God.

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In this podcast:

0:44: What’s the main reason why people leave the Church today?
3:24: What is Theology of the Body?
6:46: Why did St John Paul II write the Theology of the Body?
13:14: The authentic love of man and woman is Trinitarian by nature.
16:30: Is the Spirit good and the Body bad?
17:37: The three D’s.
21:46: Understanding our desire.

29:28: The ache of our desire and longing.
37:19: What do we do with this ache?

51:38: A religion of desire.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Mary in Scripture: Part 2

Paul Elarde — Wed, 31 May 2017 14:30:57 +0000

Paul Elarde continues his talk on Mary, exploring Our Lady’s presence through the Bible and throughout salvation history. Paul Elarde in particular not only explores the scriptural sections which speak about Mary directly, but also explores Old Testament pre-figurations of Mary or Mary in Biblical typology. Throughout this talk, Paul also shows scriptural responses to some of the Church’s teachings on Mary.

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1:41: Genesis.
5:27: Revelations.
6:31: Mary and the Annunciation (Gospel of Luke).
12:34: Mary as the New Ark of the Covenant: Mary in Biblical typology.
23:27: At the Wedding of Cana.
28:10: Mary as the New Eve.
32:39: Mary as the Mother of God.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Mary in Scripture: Part 1

Paul Elarde — Fri, 26 May 2017 00:28:33 +0000

Paul Elarde explores the Blessed Virgin Mary and her place in the Scriptures. In this first part, Paul mainly focuses on building a general foundation of viewing Mary, as seen by saints, mystics, the Early Church and touching on Scripture, before delving deeper into Scripture in Part 2.

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In this podcast:

2:35: The 3 great gifts that God has given His Church.
3:38: The need for Mary in our lives and spirituality.
- 4:08: The Vision of St John Bosco
- 5:45: Totus Tuus! St John Paul’s love and total consecration to Our Lady.
- 6:30: Pope Francis’ devotion and love for Our Lady.
7:16: The Newest Approved Marian Apparition and Our Lord’s Message of Salvation.
8:26: The Love of a Mother.

8:53: The Role of Mary Whom We Honour (Not Worship).

10:41: What does the Church teach about Mary?
14:26: Loving Mary in Imitation of Christ.
15:22: Mary as Mother, Daughter and Spouse to the Trinity.
16:08: Mary in the Early Church.
17:08: Does deovtion to Mary take away from God’s glory?
21:53: Mary and the Incarnation.
24:10: Mary as a Mother in our lives.
26:38: Mary as our link to Christ.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati

Paul Elarde — Wed, 10 May 2017 14:30:41 +0000

Paul Elarde explores the often misunderstood life, mission, love and spirituality of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frasati. He also explores the upbringing and family environment that the saintly man lived in, as well as his love interests and the burning desire he had to help and love those around him.

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Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Q&A Session with James Parker

Cradio — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:30:06 +0000

James Parker answers questions from the Immaculata Mission Schoolers on forgiveness, relationships, playing the guitar for Pope St John Paul II, and more. This podcast is made up of two Q&A sessions from the Immaculata Mission School 2017.

Content advisory: This talk contains references to child sexual abuse and sexual themes.

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In this podcast:

0:19: What would you say to someone if they have had a relatively good development and upbringing?
0:59: How do I forgive someone who doesn’t think they’ve done anything wrong?
5:49: What does the Catholic Church teach about tattoos?
7:39: Please tell us about your guitar performance for Pope St John Paul II.
9:20: What do you say about a homosexual male who becomes a transexual female, but then becomes attracted to women?
11:18: Do I have to have children straight away when I get married, or can I wait?
13:21: How long should you wait in a relationship before sharing your past?
18:08: Was your transition a conscious decision or something more natural?
19:34: How do you talk to a non-Catholic partner about the Theology of the Body?
21:25: Should I tell my parents about my pornography problem?
25:49: Is it imperative for parents to actively support their same-sex attracted children?
27:36: How do you tell a partner that you want to wait until marriage if you have already been seually active with them?

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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What it Means to be a Man and a Woman

Cradio — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 14:30:40 +0000

James Parker explores the question of what it means to be a man and to be a woman, and our identity as a man and a woman in God’s image.

Content advisory: This talk contains sexual themes.

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In this podcast:

0:20: Feminism and motherhood.
4:20: Being a woman and being a man.
7:03: Question: Roots and causes of continual falling-in-love.
18:08: God and gender.
24:58: Men, women and the call to a total self-sacrifice.
31:46: What is our identity?
- 31:53: How can men live out God’s image?
- 33:38: How can women live out God’s image?
- 37:44: Passion and adventure.
40:40: A concluding summary.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Don’t Be Fearful of Your Emotions

Cradio — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:30:16 +0000

James Parker explains the importance of our feelings, and how we can give Jesus these emotions. James also discusses our continual battle with three types of sin.

Content advisory: This talk contains sexual references, and references to self-harm.

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In this podcast:

0:22: God is at work in Australia.
3:33: God wants our heart, so we need to know our own hearts. We need to be real about our feelings.
8:20: We can come before Jesus with our feelings. There are “redeemed” and “unredeemed” feelings.
12:10: Attention: The experience of a gaze is integral, especially the gaze of God.
15:01: Affirmation: Jesus was affirmed by the Father at two key events in His life – His Baptism and His Transfiguration. We too need to affirm one another.
17:39: Affection: The importance of touch.
20:05 Our battle with three intertwined strands of sin: original, ancestral and social.
- 24:11: Ancestral sin – Reoccurring sin in families.
- 28:03: Social or cultural sin – Problems arising since “the Enlightenment”.
46:42: “Don’t be fearful of your emotions.”

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Love and the Personal Stages of Development

Cradio — Wed, 05 Apr 2017 14:30:29 +0000

James Parker explores the stages of development from birth and early childhood to adolescence, and how our experience of love at these stages affects our formation as people. James explores each of these important stages in regards to what is required of parents, the important and unique role of the father and mother, and why we can build up defences to push people away.

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In this podcast:

0:15: A brief recap: God’s love for you.
12:07: Shame and the need to have Mary in your heart.
14:56: Four different words for love.
20:10: Stages of Development; the walls and towers within and what they look like.
21:59: The healthy vs the unhealthy.
28:30: Oedipus Complex and the important role of the father.
31:40: Electra Complex and the importance of the mother.
33:03: Stage One of Development: Early childhood.
37:10: Stage Two of Development: Primary school years and the need for all four loves.
41:57: Stage Three of Development: Puberty, change and discovering the other.
48:30: The Latter Stages of Development: 18-40, 40-60, 60+

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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And the Walls Came Tumbling Down: A Testimony

Cradio — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:30:48 +0000

James Parker bravely shares his testimony and experiences of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, same-sex attraction through to a deepening love for God that subsequently lead to deep healing and conversion. James also shares some ways in which we may learn from our own traumas and how we can receive deep healing from our own habits.

Content advisory: This talk discusses pornography and sexual abuse.

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In this podcast:

3:24: Plunged into shame, pornography and being sexually abused.
19:14: University years: living the gay lifestyle, involvement in the gay community and hungering for God.
24:12: An experience at a Life in the Spirit seminar and an early movement towards conversion.
31:39: And the walls came tumbling down.
37:17: How did God bring about a sense of restoration and healing?
48:28 Working at the Vatican, ongoing healing and forgiveness.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Holy Spirit Gives Life to the Church

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 13:30:41 +0000

Archbishop Julian Porteous explains how the Holy Spirit gives life and power to the Church. Archbishop Julian looks at the message of St John Paul II in his World Youth Days, how the Holy Spirit empowers people to live as Christians, and the need for Christians to life in the Spirit.

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0:52: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses…” (Acts 1:8, ESV)
1:58: World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney: A “turning point” for the Church in Australia.
4:41: St John Paul II and the World Youth Days.
- 6:03: St John Paul II’s belief in the youth, and the response of the young people to that belief. Young people wanted authentic Christianity, and St John Paul II offered this to them.
- 13:30: The rise of the “JPII Generation”.
17:10 Acts 1:8 at World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney: The youth who follow Christ receive the Holy Spirit in Power, and will arise as witnesses.
- 18:20: We cannot keep the Holy Spirit as a good experience or feeling. We must become witnesses.
18:57: Why has there been a focus on the Holy Spirit in the last 50 years?
- 21:05: Australian society is coming a spiritual desert. One is bombarded constantly by evil and corruption. It is difficult to be a Christian in today’s world.
- 24:06: But God does not desert us. He unleashes the power of His Holy Spirit.
- 26:18: Many Catholics are trying to be Christian on their own. But it doesn’t work. It simply results in mediocrity.
29:18: The link between Jesus’ crucifixion and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
31:57: The image of the Holy Spirit as wind.
34:53: The image of the Holy Spirit as breath: The Holy Spirit gives us life.
38:25: The Holy Spirit is the Soul of the Church.
- 38:50: What is the Church? The soul of the Church are the saints: “those faithful souls who have allowed themselves to be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit”.
- 42:35: The Holy Spirit always moves and raises up saints – particularly at moments of crisis.
43:57: We need to live a “full life in the Spirit”.
45:47: Archbishop Julian needs us to “live a life in the Spirit so that the Church will live”.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Being a Disciple of Jesus Christ

Cradio — Wed, 08 Mar 2017 13:30:48 +0000

Mark Nimo what it means to be a radical disciple of Jesus Christ: looking at how Jesus’ discipleship is different, what it will cost us, and how we are to imitate His Mother Mary.

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0:14: The call to step out in radical discipleship: Mark Nimo’s adventure in “walking on water” and following Christ.
8:40: Discipleship in Judaism.
- 8:52: The Jewish Scriptures.
- 13:17: Being a disciple is being a learner.
- 14:21: Being a disciple is choosing to follow a teacher (rabbi).
15:35: The difference between the discipleship of Judaism and the discipleship of Jesus Christ.
- 16:02: We do not choose Jesus, He chooses us (John 15:16).
- 17:15: There is no “graduation” when you are a disciple of Jesus Christ.
- 21:01: Jesus’ discipleship is about service, not power and ambition. Jesus sets the example of service (Mark 10:42).
- 24:06: Jesus does not simply teach the Torah, He is the Torah.
25:26: Jesus calls His disciples in the Gospels (Matthew 4:18-22; Matthew 9:9).
- 28:16: Jesus also had female disciples who were important to His ministry.
- 31:15: Being a disciple will come at a cost.
32:14: “What are you willing to give up, to let go, in order to follow Jesus…”
39:21: Mary is the model of all disciples.
- 39:35: Why is Mary called “the first disciple”? (Luke 11:27-28)
- 42:10: Discipleship is being with Jesus Christ. The importance of prayer, reading Scripture, and community life in the Church.
- 50:12: Imitating Mary’s total surrender.
- 54:30: Being willing to take risks like Mary.
57:37: Summary: What does it mean to be a disciple?

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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The Holy Spirit and Healing Love

Cradio — Tue, 28 Feb 2017 13:30:30 +0000

Mark Nimo explains who the Holy Spirit is, and how the Holy Spirit comes like flowing water to heal us of our past wounds.

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0:14: At different times we reject the gift of God in different ways.
1:05: Who is the Holy Spirit?
3:08: God’s love is given to us through the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:1-5).
6:07: Symbolism of the Holy Spirit: Poured out like water (John 7:37-38).
11:36: “Do you have the Holy Spirit?… Does the Holy Spirit have you?”
12:42: The example of breaking the water table.
16:43: Abiding in love, abiding in God, casting out fear.
21:00: The flowing water of the Holy Spirit heals our past wounds.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Sin, Repentance, Freedom

Cradio — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 13:30:37 +0000

Mark Nimo explains what it means to become a Christian, God’s call to repentance, and the freedom we receive through reconciliation with God.

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In this podcast:

2:50: We’re not born Christian, it is a gift that we receive.
- 5:34: We have a crisis of atheism – not in identification, but in practice.
- 8:05: What does it mean to become a Christian? It’s about accepting the love of God.
- 11:42: The foundations of our faith.
19:36: What does repentance mean?
- 23:50: What do we repent from?
- 24:42: What is sin?
32:08: The Good News: God has a plan to deal with our sin.
38:58: Going to Confession is about freedom and reconciliation.

The first video featured in this talk is “The Marshmellow Test”, which you can find at “The Marshmellow Test” on YouTube.

The second video featured in this talk is “Baggage” by The Skit Guys. To view a preview of the video, head to “Baggage” on YouTube. To download a copy of the video and help support The Skit Guys’ ministry, visit The Skit Guys website.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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What it Means to Know and Love God

Atm Administrator — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 13:30:58 +0000

Mark Nimo explains what it means to know and love God – that we need to surrender to allow him to know, love and change us.

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In this podcast:

9:20: Recap: Discovering our purpose, taking action, becoming a saint.
11:09: What it means to know God.
- 25:30: To know God, we need to surrender to His love.
28:28: What it means to love God.
- 31:02: Allowing God to change us: We are not junk.

The video featured in this talk is “God’s Chisel” by The Skit Guys. To view a preview of the video, head to “God’s Chisel” on YouTube. To download a copy of the video and help support The Skit Guys’ ministry, visit The Skit Guys website.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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We Need God

Cradio — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:30:07 +0000

Mark Nimo explains our need for God, how only God and His words can make us happy, and how he discovered this need in his own life. Mark shares his testimony of crisis and how God came to rescue him from his darkness and attachment to things of the world.

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In this podcast:

5:44: If we have issues in life, then we got to the author of life.
14:16: A simple Kerygma.
16:02: “We came from God, God created us out of love”: Why God created us in the Book of Genesis.
19:10: Recognising your need for God.
21:28: Jesus has come so that we “may have life and have it abundantly.” (cf. John 10:10, ESV)
26:41: The meaning of life: Know God, love God, serve God… so that you will be happy.
32:52: The Beatitudes: How we can be happy.
42:04: Mark’s testimony.
46:43: “Have you discovered the meaning of life, or are you just existing?”
47:55: Make Jesus the #1 in your life.

Content advisory: This talk discusses sexual content, abortion and suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

The Immaculata Mission School 2017 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Crisis, Restlessness and the Meaning of Life

Cradio — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 05:04:53 +0000

In this first part of his talks on the meaning of life, Mark Nimo discusses our continual experience of crisis and restlessness, and how we can look through this to the true meaning of life.

In this podcast:

5:38: The many crises throughout the world.
14:09: Three groups of people: Entering a crisis, leaving a crisis, experiencing crisis.
15:55: God wants to embrace us where we’re at, even if we’re in a crisis.
19:02: How people cope when things seem so bad.
21:20: The question: “What’s life all about?”
26:33: The pessimistic outlook on life.
32:55: God speaks about life in the Scriptures: Take the narrow road.
41:57: “The saints point the way to the meaning of life”.
46:43: The wonder of discovering your purpose.
47:48: Our restlessness and resting in God.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2016 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Launceston Church Grammar School in Tasmania.

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St Peter: What He Teaches Us about Mercy and Humility

Cradio — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 14:30:39 +0000

Fr Albert Wasniowski speaks on who St Peter is for the Church, and what his encounters with Christ teach us about Mercy and humility.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2016 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Lea Scout Centre in Hobart, Tasmania.

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The Awesome Mystery of The Eucharist

Cradio — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 14:30:55 +0000

Fr Anthony Mary of the Community of St. John explores the mystery of the Eucharist by speaking on the Eucharist and the Last Supper in Scripture, the importance of the Mass, and how we must live the Eucharist.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2016 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Lea Scout Centre in Hobart, Tasmania.

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Mary: New Woman, New Eve, New Mother

Cradio — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 14:30:45 +0000

Fr Anthony Mary explores the Book of Genesis and the Scriptural writings of St John to explain the special place of Mary in God’s plan for our salvation.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2016 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Lea Scout Centre in Hobart, Tasmania.

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The Meaning of Sexuality

Cradio — Wed, 20 Apr 2016 14:30:52 +0000

Fr Daniel McCaughan explains the meaning of sexuality including its procreative and unitive aspects, and how this relates to contraception, fidelity, IVF and same-sex attraction. Fr Daniel discusses the dignity of each and every human person, and explains the general development of sexual orientation.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2016 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at The Lea Scout Centre in Hobart, Tasmania.

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Theology of the Body 101

Cradio — Wed, 13 Apr 2016 14:30:17 +0000

“…we realise through our body that there is a Sacred. And because the body is the place where we encounter God, encounter the Divine, our body is revealed to us as being a temple.”

Fr Daniel McCaughan provides an introduction to St John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, with special reference to love in marriage. Fr Daniel looks at the “original experiences” of the Theology of the Body, the loving relationship between the sexes in marriage, and the four levels of love.

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The Holy Spirit Is Real

Cradio — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 13:30:08 +0000

“If you don’t remember anything about today, all I ask is that you remember that the Holy Spirit is with you and wants to know you.”

Ann Brereton explains Who the Holy Spirit Is, and how we can live our lives in relationship with Him.

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Sons and Daughters of God

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 13:30:03 +0000

“As St John says, this is how we live. This is the simplicity and the beauty of the Christian life.”

In this homily, Archbishop Julian Porteous explains how St John implores us to live as sons and daughters of God.

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Witnessing to Christ and the Power of the Holy Spirit

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 13:30:58 +0000

“So, whenever we go about witnessing, we don’t do it alone. It’s not our task. It’s not reliant upon our own abilities. It’s not us being clever enough to get the words together in the best possible way. To be a witness, in the end, is to allow the Holy Spirit to be the One Who guides the whole process.”

Archbishop Julian Porteous explains what it means to be a witness to Christ, how we can be a witness in the world, and the role of the Holy Spirit in helping us to evangelise through our witness.

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St Peter: The First Pope

Sam Clear — Fri, 15 May 2015 14:30:30 +0000

St Peter is an important figure in the Gospels and the early Church, but what does Christ’s plan for him say about God and us?

In this talk, Bishop Columba Macbeth-Green of Wilcannia-Forbes explains the St Peter’s role in Salvation History, and shares how his own testimony relates to St Peter and God’s plan for him.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2015 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Croydon, Melbourne.

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Going Out to Make a Difference

Sam Clear — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 14:30:48 +0000

Sam Clear wanted to make a difference in the world. He traveled around the whole world, mostly by foot, and he asked people to pray for unity.

In this talk, Sam shares his amazing journey of perseverance, the challenges he had to endure and the amazing people he encountered.

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The Immaculata Mission School 2015 was hosted by the Immaculata Community at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Croydon, Melbourne.

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Theology of the Body: Looking at Our Experiences

Anna Krohn — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:30:10 +0000

In this second part of Anna Krohn’s two part series on the Theology of the Body, she shows how John Paul II’s writings convey God’s truths about our integrity and value, and why these ideas matter in our increasingly sexualised but love deprived culture.

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Theology of the Body: A First Look

Anna Krohn — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 00:54:11 +0000

In this first of a two part series on the Theology of the Body, Anna Krohn shows us the Church’s teachings on the role of sex and how it offers us a liberating and holistic approach to relationships. Anna explains how we can appreciate the joys and pleasures of human sexuality without the dangers of hurting ourselves or others.

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The Eucharist and Healing

Cradio — Sun, 29 Mar 2015 22:32:06 +0000

Miracles are often associated with great Saints, Lourdes or the early church; but we sometimes doubt that God’s mercy makes miraculous healing possible for anyone.

Fr Hugh Thomas explains that the Eucharist is a manifestation of Christ’s presence, and how adoration is means of connecting to His awesome healing power.

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Saved by Divine Mercy

Cradio — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 13:30:11 +0000

“Divine Mercy touches the heart…” Blessed Mother Teresa

John Canavan shares his story about how Jesus’ mercy touched his heart, and gives a short introduction to St Faustina’s diary: “Divine Mercy in My Soul”.

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Prayer: The Key to Knowing God

Jess Leach — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 13:30:10 +0000

“The more you pray the more you will love it.”

Jess Leach speaks on prayer through the Scriptures and Saints, and provides steps on how to live a prayerful life so we can grow in knowing God.

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Who is Mary and how does She change lives?

Cradio — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 13:30:13 +0000

Mary represents all of us.

Father Albert Wasniowski talks about the theology behind the Blessed Virgin Mary and gives some practical suggestions for devotion to our Blessed Mother.

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Who Is Jesus to You?

Cradio — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 13:30:35 +0000

Christ has many titles. He is Saviour, Healer and Companion. When Christ asks us to participate in his journey, his joys and his humiliations become ours.

Father Albert Wasniowski explains our companionship with Jesus Christ in all facets of our life, sharing his personal testimony of frustration, hardship and ultimately contentment.

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Allowing the Holy Spirit to Transform Your Life

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Fri, 20 Feb 2015 13:30:11 +0000

Archbishop Julian Porteous of Hobart speaks on how the Holy Spirit can work in our lives when we let go and walk the path of surrender.

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Who Is The Holy Spirit?

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 13:30:23 +0000

Archbishop Julian Porteous of Hobart speaks on Who the Holy Spirit is, the gifts which we receive from the Holy Spirit, and how you can use those gifts to build the Church.

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Salvation History – A Love Story: Part 2

Dr Adam Cooper — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 13:30:20 +0000

Dr Adam Cooper from the John Paul II Institute takes a deeper look at Salvation History, exploring Creation and the fall, Abraham and the people of Israel, the victory of Christ, and role of Mary and the Church in our salvation.

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Salvation History – A Love Story: Part 1

Dr Adam Cooper — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 13:30:53 +0000

Dr Adam Cooper from the John Paul II Institute provides an introduction to Salvation History by explaining the plot of our salvation with Christ at the centre, and how Salvation History is ultimately a love story between God and humanity.

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Evangelising Your Parish

Jess Leach — Wed, 28 May 2014 14:30:46 +0000

What is at the heart of evangelisation – especially for our home parishes? Jess Leach tells us in this talk from Immaculata Mission School 2014.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Hobart and Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

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An Introduction to The Theology of the Body

Dr Conor Sweeney — Wed, 14 May 2014 14:30:39 +0000

What is love? What does it mean to be human? Dr Conor Sweeney answers these questions and more at this talk from the Immaculata Mission School 2014.

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Fathers of The Church: Cappadocian Fathers to St Ambrose

Kevin Wagner — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 14:30:06 +0000

In this second part of his talk, Kevin Wagner looks at the great fathers from east and west at a time when the Roman Empire was crumbling.

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Fathers of The Church: St Justin Martyr to St Anthony

Kevin Wagner — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 14:30:26 +0000

Knowing our fathers in the Faith can help us to understand it even more – and sacrifices they made to defend it.

Kevin Wagner explores the early Church fathers, from those who defended the faith against relentless persecution, to the founders of monasticism and religious life.

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The Papacy

Kevin Wagner — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 13:30:56 +0000

The Pope is one of the key elements of the Catholic faith – but also one of the main points of contention.

Kevin Wagner explains the life of St Peter and his role in the formation of The Church, the history of the Papacy including the relationship with Orthodox and protestants, and the modern papacy.

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Approaching Prayer

Jess Leach — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 13:30:40 +0000

There’s no one specific way to pray – but there are ways we can approach the Lord to improve our prayer lives.

Jess Leach gives five tips in approaching prayer that can help us to deepen our relationship with God.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Divine Mercy

Paul Elarde — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 13:30:56 +0000

Paul Elarde, host of Cradio’s A Minute with Mary and Our Queen – Our Mother, speaks on the message of Divine Mercy: how did the message come about, which pope was a great advocate for the message, and how God wants to give us abundant graces through a devotion to His Divine Mercy.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

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Salvation History & The Church

Fr Simon Graigner — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 13:30:14 +0000

You probably know something about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, but do you know what they’re for and how they’re put in to practice?

Fr Simon Grainger, assistant priest at Sacred Heart Parish in Croydon, Victoria, provides a quick overview of salvation history, the formation of the Church, and the Sacraments which continue Christ’s mission today.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

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The Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Jess Leach — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 13:30:52 +0000

You probably know something about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, but do you know what they’re for and how they’re put in to practice?

Jess Leach, a lay member of the Immaculata Community, explains what the Gifts of the Holy Spirit are with examples in her own experience, and what these Gifts give to us and the Church.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Why Mary Matters

Paul Elarde — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 13:29:31 +0000

Our Lady can be a controversial topic for Christians, as Mary can be seen as a distraction from Jesus.

Paul Elarde, host of Cradio’s A Minute with Mary and Our Queen – Our Mother, presents the importance of Mary by exploring the common misconceptions surrounding Mary, the place God has given her in Christ’s mission, and what this means for the relationship we should have with her.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

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The Holy Spirit in Our Lives

Jess Leach — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 13:30:22 +0000

We speak much about the Father and the Son, but can we sometimes forgot about the importance of the Third Person of The Trinity: The Holy Spirit?

Jess Leach, a lay member of the Immaculata Community, speaks on how the Holy Spirit led her to the Church, how the Holy Spirit has worked through history, and how we can grow in relationship with the Holy Spirit.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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Why Did Jesus Come?

Eileen Leyne — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 13:30:11 +0000

What was the point of Jesus’ mission? Why did Jesus become man? What did Jesus need to save us from, exactly?

Eileen Leyne of the Marian Community of Reconciliation (Fraternas) speaks at the Immaculata Mission School 2014 on the Fall, the effect that Original Sin has on all of us, and what it means to say that Jesus came to save us.

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The seventh Immaculata Mission School was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 1-9 of January 2014. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Rob Galea

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From Pentecostal Pastor to Catholic Catechist

Drake & Crystal McCalister — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:28:49 +0000

“My desire was not to become Catholic… my desire is to follow Jesus Christ to the fullest extent possible – and that has led me to the Catholic Church.”

Drake & Crystal McCalister recount their conversion from ordained pastoral ministry in the pentecostal Foursquare church to the Catholic Church – a journey of faith, knowledge and relationship with Christ and His Church.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America. Drake and Crystal currently live in Steubenville, Ohio with their five children.

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Five Tips for Dating

Cradio — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:30:36 +0000

At the Immaculata Mission School 2013 Professor Drake McCalister speaks on five tips for young Catholics when pursuing a relationship.

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The sixth Immaculata Mission School was held at St Thomas Beckett Parish in Lewisham, Australia from 1-14 of January 2013. The Mission School is organised and run by the Immaculata Community in Sydney. To find out more about the Immaculata Community or the Sisters visit www.immaculatacommunity.org or www.sistersoftheimmaculata.org.au.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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Breaking Open the Mass

Cradio — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:30:49 +0000

“If we really understood the Mass, we would die of joy.” -St John Vianney

In this IMS 2013 talk, Fr Anthony Percy explores the Mass, from vesting prayers of the priest to the dismissal – and everything in between.

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Fr Anthony Percy is the current rector of the Seminary of the Good Shepherd in the Sydney Archdiocese. He is the author of a number of books, including Theology of the Body Made Simple.

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Mary: Woman & Mother

Lorena Portocarrero — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:30:11 +0000

Fraterna Lorena Portocarrero speaks on how women can fully live out their lives in their Christian vocation by taking Mary as their model…

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Lorena Portocarrero is a consecrated lay-woman in the Marian Community of Reconciliation (Fraternas). She has been a perpetually professed Fraterna since 2012, and is the current superior

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Effusion of the Holy Spirit

Cradio — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 22:26:12 +0000

“Let us rediscover, dear brothers and sisters, the beauty of being baptized in the Holy Spirit; let us be aware again of our baptism and of our confirmation, sources of grace that are always present.” -Pope Benedict XVI

In his second talk at IMS 2013, Vince Fitzwilliams explains the power of the Holy Spirit, how the charisms of the Holy Spirit are used to build up the Church, and how we can be effective witnesses…

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Vince Fitzwilliams is a lay speaker and missionary.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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The “Pro-Life” Stance

Cradio — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:30:51 +0000

“For it was you who created my being, knit me together in my mother’s womb.” -Psalm 139:13

At IMS 2013, Katie & Jeff give a brief overview of the Catholic Church’s position on life issues, including contraception, abortion, euthanasia and eugenics.

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Katie Gipe and Jeff Takats are current Theology Masters students at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio, USA.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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The Fruits of the Spirit

Vince Fitzwilliams — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:54:44 +0000

“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, trustfulness, gentleness and self-control; no law can touch such things as these.”

At IMS 2013, Vince Fitzwilliams speaks on the fruits of the Spirit, the healing power of God, and how the Spirit can help us overcome the greatest troubles and temptations…

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Vince Fitzwilliams is a lay speaker and missionary.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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You are Fearfully and Wonderfully Made

Chris Beran — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:30:08 +0000

“What made you establish man in so great a dignity? Certainly the incalculable love by which you have looked on your creature in yourself! You are taken with love for her; for by love indeed you created her, by love you have given her a being capable of tasting your eternal Good.” -St Catherine of Siena, Dialogue

In this talk from IMS 2013, Chris Beran uses The Dialogue of St Catherine of Siena to explore how we can know ourselves and the love of God for us through prayer of contemplation…

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Chris Beran is currently completing a Master of Arts (Theology and Christian Ministry) at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio, USA

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Confession: What, Why & How?

Fr Michael de Stoop — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:30:18 +0000

“…he breathed on them, and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.'” -John 20:21-23

In this talk at IMS 2013, Fr Michael De Stoop answers common questions about the Sacrament of Confessions, including: Why do we need to confess out loud to a priest? What is a “venial” and “mortal” sin, and what do they mean for confession? What if I’m afraid of confessing my sins?

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Fr Michael de Stoop is the current Sydney Archdiocesan Director for Vocations and parish priest of St Benedict’s in Broadway, Sydney.

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Striving for Holiness: Liturgy & Sacraments

Cradio — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 13:30:34 +0000

“Strive… for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.” -Hebrews 12:14

In his fifth talk at IMS 2013, Professor Drake McCalister discusses liturgy in relation to the Paschal Mystery, how the grace of the Cross comes to us through the Holy Spirit, and how we are temples of the living God – a fact which urges us to holiness.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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Parish Revival

Archbishop Julian Porteous — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:30:29 +0000

At IMS 2013, Bishop Julian Porteous speaks on the importance of the parish in the life of the Church and individual Christians, how parishes have developed in Australia’s history, and the two phases of revival that we can take to our own parishes…

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Bishop Julian Porteous is an Auxiliary Bishop and Episcopal Vicar for the New Evangelisation of the Archdiocese of Sydney.

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Commandments: Key to Relationship

Prof. Drake McCalister — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:30:33 +0000

“…love is the fulfilling of the law.” -Romans 13:10

In his fourth talk at IMS 2013, Prof. Drake McCalister explores the greatest commandments of loving God and loving neighbour, and how these both presuppose and guide us to relationship in God’s family.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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Why do we need the Church?

Cradio — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:30:54 +0000

“…you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and bulwark of the truth.” -1 Timothy 3:15

In his third talk at IMS 2013, Drake McCalister establishes St Peter as the rock on which the Church is built; and explains that the Church identifies and keeps the truth without change.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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How He Thirsts For Us

Jess Leach — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:30:53 +0000

“And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross.” -Philippians 2:8

In her second talk at IMS 2013, Jess Leach reflects on how God has pursued us through the ages, to the point of taking on human flesh for us…

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Jess Leach is a member of the Immaculata Community and is currently completing a Master of Arts (Theological Studies) at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney. She previously served as Campus Minister at Australian Catholic University’s Ballarat Campus and spent nine months in Rome studying at the Emmanuel School of Mission.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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To Pray is to Love

Jess Leach — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:30:34 +0000

“…This mystery, then, requires that the faithful believe in it, that they celebrate it, and that they live from it in a vital and personal relationship with the living and true God. This relationship is prayer.” -CCC 2558

In this talk at IMS 2013, Jess Leach explores the relationship with God that is prayer, the foundations of prayer, the reasons why we pray, and how we are to pray.

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Jess Leach is the former Campus Minister of the Australian Catholic University Ballarat Campus, and is currently a member of the Immaculata Community.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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Presumption, Power & Passion

Cradio — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:30:20 +0000

“When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth” -John 16:13

For Drake McCalister’s second talk at IMS 2013, he speaks on the life of St Peter reflected in the Christian journey: from faith on one’s own terms, to the receiving and stirring up of the Holy Spirit, to the full realisation of a complete surrender to Christ.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America.

Music Credit: At the Foot of the Cross – Fr Robert Galea

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Christ Changes Everything

Prof. Drake McCalister — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:32:19 +0000

“I can do all things in Him who strengthens me” -Phil 4:13

In his first talk at IMS 2013, Prof. Drake McCalister presents how the Word becoming Flesh changes everything, how the early Christians changed the world by the power of the Holy Spirit, and how through the same Holy Spirit we too can set the world on fire.

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Drake McCalister is assistant professor in catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in the United States of America.

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