Archdiocese Of Brisbane

We look ahead with joy to the installation of Archbishop-elect Shane Mackinlay as the new shepherd of the Archdiocese of Brisbane this September. Reflecting on his transition from Sandhurst, he honours the inspiring legacy of Apostolic Administrator Archbishop Mark Coleridge and looks forward to learning, leading, and fostering strong bonds across our community. Let us keep him in our prayers as he prepares to embrace this new chapter.

Archbishop-elect Shane Mackinlay, appointed by Pope Leo XIV as the new Archbishop of Brisbane, offers a heartfelt message to the faithful of Brisbane. Let us unite in prayer for our new shepherd, and with joyful hearts, we look forward to welcoming him and journeying together in faith. 

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Joseph Vu for the Feast of Corpus Christi 2025 (The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ), Year C. "On this special feast day, let us not forget to walk together in faith, to lift our voices in praise, and to joyfully proclaim our faith to the world."

On the Feast of St Anthony, the Cathedral of St Stephen overflowed with joy as hundreds gathered to witness the ordination of two extraordinary men, Sean and Sang, to the Catholic priesthood. Surrounded by loved ones, the Church rejoiced as these men dedicated themselves to serving God and His people in a unique and sacred way. Archbishop Mark Coleridge expressed hope that, by following St Anthony’s example of Christ-like love and service, Fr Sean Woods and Fr Sang will be great gifts to the Church and the world, bringing glory to God. Let us congratulate our new priests and keep them in our prayers as they begin their ministry, sent forth by the Lord to shepherd His Church with faith, humility, and love.

The Cathedral of St Stephen Schola returns with Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina’s “Super Flumina Babylonis,” a sublime setting of Psalm 137 that echoes the sorrow and longing of God’s people in exile, yearning for Jerusalem. This sacred motet invites us to enter into prayerful reflection on our own longing for God and our true home with Him. Listen and pray with this beautiful rendition, allowing your heart to be lifted in faith and hope. Chapters (00:00:00) - Sam. J ram ra sa

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Gerard Lai for the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity 2025, Year C. "May God lead us not only to know the truth, but to live it deep in our hearts. The truth that God is a relationship of love."

June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day—a time to reflect on the dignity and worth of every person, especially our elders. Like family violence, elder abuse is a grave injustice, rooted in the misuse of power and control. Sadly, older people may experience abuse in their own homes or relationships. Many suffer in silence, unable or unwilling to share their concerns. As Catholics, we are called to stand with the vulnerable. We invite you to join us in prayer with James for the elderly, that they may be protected from harm, neglect, and exploitation. May God grant them the justice, compassion, and dignity they so deeply deserve.

Franciscan Friar Fr Casey Cole, founder of  @BreakingInTheHabit , recently spoke at Reclaim in Brisbane during his visit to Australia. In this talk and Q&A, Fr Casey shares thoughtful reflections on living the Beatitudes and what it truly means to be blessed today, rooted in our Catholic faith. Chapters (00:00:07) - The Beatitudes: Reclaiming(00:04:17) - Discipline and Dependence on God(00:10:07) - The Real Story Of Love And Loss(00:16:11) - The heartbreak of the wolf(00:22:35) - A Hunger and thirst for righteousness(00:27:16) - Saved by suffering(00:30:52) - Test of the Spirits(00:32:40) - Social media and the call to the Friars(00:34:29) - Wonders of the World: Growing in Faith(00:36:11) - Forgive and Forget(00:38:36) - How to evangelize better in the world(00:42:16) - How to Deal with Stress

As Deacons Sean and Sang prepare to be ordained to the priesthood on June 13, they share in this video the heartfelt journeys that have brought them to this sacred moment. Through stories of childhood faith, family support, and the challenges and joys of seminary life, they reflect on how God has gently guided them—sometimes in unexpected ways—toward a life of service. As you listen to their journeys of discernment, we invite you to pray that the Holy Spirit will fill them with courage, compassion, and zeal as they look to begin their lifelong ministry. May Deacons Sean and Sang’s witness inspire each of us to be open to God’s call in our own lives, and to trust that—even when the path is uncertain—God’s grace is always at work, drawing us closer to Him and to one another. Please join Sean Woods and Sang Duc Bui at their Ordination to the Priesthood on Friday 13 June at 7pm at the Cathedral of St Stephen or tune in online here: https://www.youtube.com/@ArchdioceseofBrisbane

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Neil Muir for Pentecost Sunday 2025, Year C. "We pray: Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love."

God speaks to us in many ways, and on this Pentecost, we remember Christ’s promise that the Holy Spirit will teach us all things. As the Church celebrates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, let us give thanks for this precious gift and open our hearts to God’s loving presence. Together, as we listen to Emmanuel Worship’s song “Holy Spirit Come,” let us prayerfully invite the Spirit into our lives and lift our voices in praise and gratitude to our loving God.

We continue to unite our prayers with the intentions of the Holy Father entrusted to us this year. This month, we are blessed to be joined by Eric as we offer our prayers especially for Pope Leo XIV, asking that he may shepherd the Church with a heart full of compassion. We entrust this intention to the loving intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Augustine, his spiritual guide, confident that they will present our prayers before the throne of God.

Two-Minute Homily by Bishop Tim Norton SVD (Bishop of Broome) for the The Ascension of the Lord 2025, Year C. "When we receive the love of a brother or sister, it is the presence of Jesus. When we share that same love with a brother or sister, we help to make Jesus present."

As we mark the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, this Laudato Si’ Week invites us to reflect on the call to open our hearts to the urgent cry of our suffering earth. Jess reminds us that God’s creation is a sacred gift entrusted to our care, and in a world often overwhelmed by despair, she encourages us to believe that every action—no matter how small—has the power to heal and transform. Let us aspire to make a real and lasting impact for the future of our planet and all who call it home. ♻️ Saint Francis of Assisi, pray for us.

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Adrian Farrelly for the Sixth Sunday of Easter 2025, Year C. "The Trinity, Father, Son and Spirit wants to make a home with us. With all the thoughts and feelings, we associate with that one word, that is what God wants to set up in us."

Let's Pray with Ash Knox as we journey together in prayer this National Reconciliation Week.

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Joe McKay OFM for the Fifth Sunday of Easter 2025, Year C. "What Jesus asks of His disciples, of us, is not an easy or sentimental love. It is the command to love without expecting anything in return."

Fr Anthony Mellor explains that the sign of the cross is truly foundational for Catholics, expressing both the heart of our faith and our identity as followers of Christ. This ancient gesture, rooted in Scripture and tradition, reminds us that we belong to God, having been marked as His own since baptism. When Catholics make the sign of the cross, we recall the central mystery of the Trinity and affirm our belief in God’s love, revealed through Jesus’ sacrifice. Pope Francis had said, this simple act is like an embrace from God, enveloping us in His love and drawing us deeper into the divine life.

Two-Minute Homily by Fr Francis Belcina OSA for the Fourth Sunday of Easter 2025, Year C (Good Shepherd Sunday). "As sheep, you and I, we can get lost along the way, and perhaps even repeatedly. But our God searches for us. Our God knows me, He knows you."

Happy Mother’s Day! Join Ijeoma in prayer honouring the strength, love, and sacrifice of all mothers. May God bless them with patience, wisdom, and peace; comfort those who grieve or hurt; and inspire families to cherish and support their mothers every day. We entrust all our intentions to the loving care of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our model of grace and motherly love.