Immaculata Mission School

Paul Elarde explains the scriptural basis of The Mass and strengthens our faith by telling us about some Eucharistic miracles. The post The Miracle of The Mass appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post My Soul Magnifies The Lord appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Discipleship – Archbishop Julian Porteous appeared first on Cradio.

Mark Nimo discusses our continual experience of crisis and restlessness, and how we can look through this to the true meaning of life. The post Crisis, Restlessness and the Meaning of Life appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Albert Wasniowski speaks on who St Peter is for the Church, and what his encounters with Christ teach us about Mercy and humility. The post St Peter: What He Teaches Us about Mercy and Humility appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Anthony Mary speaks on the Eucharist and the Last Supper in Scripture, the importance of the Mass, and how we must live the Eucharist. The post The Awesome Mystery of The Eucharist appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Mary: New Woman, New Eve, New Mother appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Daniel McCaughan explains the meaning of sexuality, and how this relates to contraception, fidelity, IVF and same-sex attraction. The post The Meaning of Sexuality appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Daniel McCaughan provides an introduction to St John Paul II's Theology of the Body, with special reference to love in marriage. The post Theology of the Body 101 appeared first on Cradio.

Ann Brereton explains Who the Holy Spirit Is, and how we can live our lives in relationship with Him. The post The Holy Spirit Is Real appeared first on Cradio.

In this homily, Archbishop Julian Porteous explains how St John implores us to live as sons and daughters of God. The post Sons and Daughters of God appeared first on Cradio.

Archbishop Julian Porteous explains what it means to be a witness to Christ, and how the Holy Spirit in helps us to evangelise through our witness. The post Witnessing to Christ and the Power of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

Bishop Columba Macbeth-Green 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. The post St Peter: The First Pope appeared first on Cradio.

In this talk, Sam shares his amazing journey of perseverance, the challenges he had to endure and the amazing people he encountered. The post Going Out to Make a Difference appeared first on Cradio.

Anna Krohn shows how John Paul II's writings convey God's truths about our integrity and value, and why these ideas matters in our culture. The post Theology of the Body: Looking at Our Experiences appeared first on Cradio.

Anna Krohn shows us how the church's teachings on the role of sex and how it offers us a liberating and holistic approach to to relationships. The post Theology of the Body: A First Look appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post The Eucharist and Healing appeared first on Cradio.

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". The post Saved by Divine Mercy appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Prayer: The Key to Knowing God appeared first on Cradio.

Father Albert Wasniowski talks about the theology behind the Blessed Virgin Mary and gives some practical suggestions for devotion to our Blessed Mother. The post Who is Mary and how does She change lives? appeared first on Cradio.

Father Albert Wasniowski explains our companionship with Jesus Christ in all facets of our life, sharing his personal testimony. The post Who Is Jesus to You? appeared first on Cradio.

Archbishop Julian Porteous speaks on how the Holy Spirit can work in our lives when we let go and walk the path of surrender. The post Allowing the Holy Spirit to Transform Your Life appeared first on Cradio.

Archbishop Julian Porteous speaks on Who the Holy Spirit is, the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and how you can use those gifts to build the Church. The post Who Is The Holy Spirit? appeared first on Cradio.

Dr Adam Cooper from the JPII 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. The post Salvation History – A Love Story: Part 2 appeared first on Cradio.

Dr Adam Cooper from the JPII 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. The post Salvation History – A Love Story: Part 1 appeared first on Cradio.

What is at the heart of evangelisation - especially for our home parishes? Jess Leach tells us in this talk from Immaculata Mission School 2014. The post Evangelising Your Parish appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post An Introduction to The Theology of the Body appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Fathers of The Church: Cappadocian Fathers to St Ambrose appeared first on Cradio.

Kevin Wagner explores the early Church fathers, from those who defended the faith against relentless persecution, to the founders of monasticism and religious life. The post Fathers of The Church: St Justin Martyr to St Anthony appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post The Papacy appeared first on Cradio.

Jess Leach gives five tips in approaching prayer that can help us to deepen our relationship with God. The post Approaching Prayer appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde 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. The post Divine Mercy appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Salvation History & The Church appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post The Gifts of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde 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. The post Why Mary Matters appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post The Holy Spirit in Our Lives appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Why Did Jesus Come? appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post From Pentecostal Pastor to Catholic Catechist appeared first on Cradio.

At the Immaculata Mission School 2013 Professor Drake McCalister speaks on five tips for young Catholics when pursuing a relationship. The post Five Tips for Dating appeared first on Cradio.

In this IMS 2013 talk, Fr Anthony Percy explores the Mass, from vesting prayers of the priest to the dismissal - and everything in between. The post Breaking Open the Mass appeared first on Cradio.

Fraterna Lorena Portocarrero speaks on how women can fully live out their lives in their Christian vocation by taking Mary as their model... The post Mary: Woman & Mother appeared first on Cradio.

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... The post Effusion of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

At IMS 2013, Katie & Jeff give a brief overview of the Catholic Church's position on life issues, including contraception, abortion, euthanasia and eugenics. The post The “Pro-Life” Stance appeared first on Cradio.

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... The post You are Fearfully and Wonderfully Made appeared first on Cradio.

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? The post Confession: What, Why & How? appeared first on Cradio.

In his fifth talk at IMS 2013, Professor Drake McCallister 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. The post Striving for Holiness: Liturgy & Sacraments appeared first on Cradio.

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... The post Parish Revival appeared first on Cradio.

In his fourth talk at IMS 2013, Prof. Drake McCallister explores the greatest commandments of loving God and loving neighbour, and how these both presuppose and guide us to relationship in God's family. The post Commandments: Key to Relationship appeared first on Cradio.

In his third talk at IMS 2013, Drake McCallister establishes St Peter as the rock on which the Church is built; and explains that the Church identifies and keeps the truth without change. The post Why do we need the Church? appeared first on Cradio.

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... The post How He Thirsts For Us appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post To Pray is to Love appeared first on Cradio.

For Drake McCallister'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. The post Presumption, Power & Passion appeared first on Cradio.

In his first talk at IMS 2013, Prof. Drake McCallister 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. The post Christ Changes Everything appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post St Francis of Assisi and Spiritual Poverty appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker talks about growth and the stages of development, and explains the importance of growing up in a healthy, loving environment. The post The Impact of Love in Growth and Personal Development appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker shares his testimony of abandonment, growing up in a foster family, sexual abuse, and his journey to healing with the Lord. The post Sexuality and Identity appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Theology of the Body, the Saints and Our Masks appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Understanding Our Sexual Desire appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Stefan Matuszek explains what faithfulness is, how we can be faithful through receptivity, and four steps to being responsive to God. The post The Keys to Faithfulness appeared first on Cradio.

Simone Smith explores Scripture and debunks some myths to explain why St Joseph is important to both the life of Jesus and the Church. The post Why St Joseph Matters appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post A Message of Mercy appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post The Importance of Mary appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Open to the Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

Through sharing his personal experience, Juan Frech discusses the importance of developing and nurturing a relationship with the Holy Spirit. The post Fostering A Relationship With The Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post St Peter: The Rock and the Church appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Pentecost: The Experience of the Upper Room appeared first on Cradio.

Jess Leach explores the spiritual manifestations of the Holy Spirit in the Letter to the Galatians, and what this means for us. The post Fruits of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Cradio.

Fr Rob Galea explores ways in which to evangelise by sharing about Jesus, whom we have come to love with a burning heart. The post Evangelise About the One You Love appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post Created Out Of Love For Love appeared first on Cradio.

Tomasz shares the destructive nature of sin from his past and the healing he received through repentance and conversion. The post Repentance and Healing appeared first on Cradio.

In the first talk of the Immaculata Mission School 2018, Tomasz Juszczak unpacks the meaning of life from the perspective of his own life and struggles growing up, and draws from John Paul II's Redemptor Hominis. The post The Meaning of Life and the Cross appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde continues discussing Theology of the Body by exploring the destiny & design of our bodies as God had intended them. The post Theology of the Body (Part 2): Destiny and Design appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde explores Theology of the Body by looking at eros and the desire and longing which we have to love and be loved. The post Theology of the Body (Part 1): Eros and Desire appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde continues his talk on Mary, exploring Our Lady's presence through the Bible and throughout salvation history. The post Mary in Scripture: Part 2 appeared first on Cradio.

In this first part, Paul mainly focuses on building a general foundation of viewing Mary, as seen by saints, mystics, the Early Church and Scripture. The post Mary in Scripture: Part 1 appeared first on Cradio.

Paul Elarde explores the often misunderstood life, mission, love and spirituality of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frasati. The post The Life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker answers questions from the Immaculata Mission Schoolers on forgiveness, relationships, playing the guitar for Pope St John Paul II, and more. The post Q&A Session with James Parker appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post What it Means to be a Man and a Woman appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker explains importance of our feelings, and how we can give Jesus these emotions. James also discusses our continual battle with three types of sin. The post Don’t Be Fearful of Your Emotions appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker explores the stages of development from birth to adolescence, and how our experience of love at these stages affects our formation as people. The post Love and the Personal Stages of Development appeared first on Cradio.

James Parker shares his testimony and experiences of sexual abuse, same-sex attraction to a growing love for God lead to deep healing and conversion. The post And the Walls Came Tumbling Down: A Testimony appeared first on Cradio.

Archbishop Julian Porteous explains how the Holy Spirit gives life and power to the Church by empowering people to live as Christians. The post The Holy Spirit Gives Life to the Church appeared first on Cradio.

Mark Nimo explains what it means to be a radical disciple of Christ: how His discipleship is different, what it'll cost us, and how we are to imitate Mary. The post Being a Disciple of Jesus Christ appeared first on Cradio.

Mark Nimo explains who the Holy Spirit is, and how the Holy Spirit comes like flowing water to heal us of our past wounds. The post The Holy Spirit and Healing Love appeared first on Cradio.

Mark Nimo explains what it means to become a Christian, God's call to repentance, and the freedom we receive through reconciliation with God. The post Sin, Repentance, Freedom appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post What it Means to Know and Love God appeared first on Cradio.

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. The post We Need God appeared first on Cradio.