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Plenary Matters

Join prominent Australian broadcaster Geraldine Doogue as she follows two big events in the life of the Catholic Church in Australia and worldwide. Australia's Plenary Council concluded in 2022 but th... Read more

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Plenary Matters S4 Ep 7: Who are the ministers?

Plenary Matters S4 Ep 7: Who are the ministers?

The future church must be more incarnational, says Professor Massimo Faggioli, if it is to respond to the needs of moder... Read more

8 Aug 2023

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Plenary Matters S4 Ep 6: An Australian view of the global synod

Plenary Matters S4 Ep 6: An Australian view of the global synod

Australia’s Plenary Council set the scene for the global synod as onlookers at home and in Rome wondered if the Australi... Read more

24 Jul 2023

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Plenary Matters S4 Ep 5: Finding new words for a modern church

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Here's a chance to hear a qualitatively different voice and tone reflecting the Church's possible future--listen and see... Read more

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Plenary Matters S4 Ep 4: 'Strap yourself in for the ride!'

Plenary Matters S4 Ep 4: 'Strap yourself in for the ride!'

Fr Bill Uren SJ offers sage advice and a history lesson in the lead up to the synod in Rome. The late Cardinal Pell warn... Read more

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The Australian church post Plenary Council: two bishops reflect

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