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The ACU Centre for Liturgy proudly presents an exciting array of local and international experts who explore a wide range of liturgy-related topics. Our podcasts feature thought-provoking discussions on Catholic liturgy, liturgical music, art and architecture, liturgy in Catholic schools, preaching, and more. Join us, and listen to some of the world’s best, ’Speaking of Liturgy’.
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Rita Ferrone outlines the significance of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, the RCIA, and how it has a ripple effect beyond the catechumens in the parish. She offers encouragement to communities to be actively involved and committed to this gradual process of Christian initiation. Ms Rita Ferrone is an internationally acclaimed writer an…
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Beauty and Liturgy: Expressing Sacred Realities
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Simone Brosig discusses the significance of beauty and aesthetics in the liturgy She explores the ways embodied prayerful responses express sacred realities. Dr. Simone Brosig is the Pastoral Leader for Community Life and Worship in the Archdiocese of Adelaide, Australia. She was the Liturgy Consultant in the Diocese of Calgary, Canada from 2009 - …
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Professor Clare Johnson asks ‘What does it mean to be fully present as we celebrate the liturgy?’ Professor Clare Johnson is the Director of the ACU Centre for Liturgy and ACU Professor of Liturgical Studies & Sacramental Theology. She chairs the National Liturgical Music Council, advising the Australian Catholic Bishops Commission for Liturgy. …
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Bishop Paul Bird, CSsR reflects on the art of celebration and how developing our knowledge and skills can enhance the way we celebrate the liturgy. Most Rev Paul Bird, CSsR is a member and former Provincial of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer (Redemptorists) and Bishop of the Diocese of Ballarat (Victoria, Australia). He is a member of th…
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Easter: A Celebration of One Great Sunday
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Sr Dr Veronica Rosier OP invites us to ponder the significance of the 50 days of Easter, a festival that overflows with Paschal joy. Sr Dr Veronica Rosier OP BTheol (SCD), MA(Music) Monash, MEd (RE) Boston College, PhD (CUA) has taught liturgy in Australia, including ACU, and is the author of numerous publications including Liturgical Catechesis of…
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Steve Warner looks back at his music ministry and creative works over his many years of service to the Church. He explores some key influences and the continuum of sacred music since the 60s. Mr Steve Warner is a well-published composer of liturgical music and renowned choir director. He is Founder and Director Emeritus of the internationally famou…
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The significance of the Holy Oils and the Chrism Mass
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Dr Paul Taylor explores the meaning and associated history of the oils that are blessed and consecrated during the Chrism Mass in Holy Week. Dr Paul Taylor is Assistant Director, ACU Centre for Liturgy and Director of Music, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo, Australia. His is the former Executive Secretary of the Bishops Commission for Liturgy, Aust…
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Clare Schwantes describes the dynamic proclamation of the Word of God in the Liturgy and how this differs from a personal reading of Sacred Scripture. Dr Clare Schwantes editor, teacher and liturgist, is currently the Chair of the National Liturgical Council. She is the Director of Liturgy Brisbane, Australia and secretary of the Brisbane Archdioce…
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Lent: Moving from the Shadows Towards the Light
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Fr Andrew Cameron-Mowat examines the period of Lent, a season of renewal, hope and healing which prepares us for the joy of Easter. Rev Dr Andrew Cameron-Mowat SJ is a member of the Society of Jesus. He taught at Heythrop College and the seminary of the Westminster Archdiocese for twenty years and is a former Member of the Liturgy Committee of the …
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Archbishop Denis Hart Reflections - Part 2
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Archbishop Denis Hart, in part 2 of his interview, reflects on key events and people following the Second Vatican Council, including the publication of the Catholic Worship Book (Collins-Dwyer 1985), and shares his hopes for the future. Archbishop Hart served as the president of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference and a member of the Congreg…
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Archbishop Denis Hart Reflections - Part 1
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Archbishop Denis Hart reflects on his many years of involvement in the liturgy and leadership recalling his early influences, the Second Vatican Council, and his involvement in the publishing of the Australian Lectionary. Archbishop Hart was Archbishop of Melbourne from 2001 - 2018, a former member and Vice President of the International Committee …
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Dr Paul Taylor offers some helpful strategies to invigorate parish music ministry and strengthen the assembly’s singing in liturgical celebrations. Dr Taylor is Director, ACU Centre for Liturgy and Director of Music, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo, Australia. His is the former Executive Secretary of the Bishops Commission for Liturgy, Australia.…
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Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Sacrosanctum Concilium
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Rev Prof. John F. Baldovin, S.J. explores the origins and significance of the seminal liturgical document, Sacrosanctum Concilium, and the contributions it has made to the liturgical life of Catholics across the world. Fr. John F. Baldovin SJ, a priest of the Northeast Province of the Society of Jesus, is Prof. of Historical and Liturgical Theology…
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Ecology, Advent and the Australian Summer
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Cathy Murrowood reflects on Ecology, Advent and the Australian summer, inviting us to consider the images of creation in the liturgy and our stewardship of the earth. Cathy Murrowood is a liturgy educator with the ACU Centre for Liturgy as well as a member of the National Liturgical Council. She has extensive experience as a local, diocesan and nat…
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Professor Clare Johnson invites us to stop and pause to consider the importance and significance of fruitful silence in the liturgy. Professor Clare Johnson is the Director of the ACU Centre for Liturgy and ACU Professor of Liturgical Studies & Sacramental Theology. She chairs the National Liturgical Music Council, advising the Australian Catholic …
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Fr Paul Turner invites us to consider the benefits of technology rather than try to eliminate their use. Rev Dr Paul Turner is an international speaker who is Pastor of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Kansas City, Missouri and Director of the Diocesan Office for Divine Worship. He has published numerous books and articles on liturgy, …
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How can we assist the faithful to understand the meaning of marriage and the role of Christian spouses?
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Dr Dan McGrath invites us to harness the power of liturgical catechesis, the witness of married couples and the foundational role of families to better celebrate and understand the meaning of Christian marriage. Dr Dan McGrath is a sessional facilitator in Pre-marriage Education for Centacare Brisbane, QLD Australia. A graduate of ACU, his doctoral…
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Sr Judith Kubicki invites us to consider how Christian communities experience physical unity and find their voice after a huge disruption. Sr Dr Judith Kubicki CSSF is assistant professor emerita in the Theology Department of Fordham University, New York. Currently she serves as provincial minister of the Felician Sisters of North America. Her majo…
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How effective has liturgical formation been since the 70’s?
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Sr Kathleen Hughes RSCJ invites us to consider this question and proposes a new approach that emphasizes the importance of formation for all the faithful. Sr Dr Kathleen Hughes RSCJ is a former Professor of Word and Worship, CTU, Chicago, and former provincial of the US Province of the Society of the Sacred Heart. She is the author of Saying Amen: …
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How relevant are the petitions we pray in the Prayer of the Faithful?
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Cathy Murrowood invites us to reflect on the Universal Prayer and its weekly preparation. She outlines how to write this prayer in a way that actively responds to the pressing needs of the world. Cathy Murrowood is a liturgy educator with the ACU Centre for Liturgy and a member of the National Liturgical Council. She has extensive experience as a l…
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How do you foster liturgical singing at Mass in the school environment?
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Dr Anthony Young describes how to foster strong community singing at worship in the school setting, developing aspects of a school music program that supports student participation in the liturgy. Dr Anthony Young is the Coordinator of Culture and Solidarity at St Laurence’s College, in Brisbane Australia, a member of the National Liturgical Music …
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Breathing with 2 lungs: The Eastern and Western Catholic Churches in Australia
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Fr Peter Slack explores the growth of the Eastern and Western Catholic Churches in Australia and invites us to learn more about the Eastern Catholic Tradition. Fr Peter Slack is the Chancellor of the Diocese of Lismore, Australia and the Associate Judicial Vicar of the Inter-diocesan Tribunal of Sydney.…
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What do these composers think they’re doing?
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Rev Dr Chris Willcock SJ invites composers to consider how to help worshippers find a common voice. Fr Chris Willcock is an internationally renowned Australian composer for the liturgy and the concert hall and has taught sacramental theology and liturgical studies.By ACU Centre for Liturgy
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Dr Angela McCarthy encourages communities to consider the importance of art, particularly in relation to places of worship and the liturgy. Dr Angela McCarthy is Senior Lecturer in Theology at the University of Notre Dame, Australia. She is an editor of the Australian Journal of Liturgy and Pastoral Liturgy, and past president of the Australian Aca…
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Drawing on her rich teaching and personal experience, Sr Julia Upton RSM explores the multifaceted rituals associated with Pastoral Care of the Sick and Dying and the Sacrament of Penance Sr Professor Julia Upton RSM is Provost Emerita and Distinguished Professor of Theology at St John’s University, New York. She has served on national advisory bod…
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Fr Richard Leonard SJ offers some advice for good preaching and examines some key components of a good homily. Fr Richard Leonard is a regular columnist for the Tablet, author of ten books and directed the Office for Film and Broadcasting for the Australian Catholic Bishop’s Conference.By ACU Centre for Liturgy
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Fr Stephen Hackett MSC asks what makes a church look like a church and how do communities preserve their cultural heritage? Fr Stephen Hackett is Chair of the National Liturgical Architecture and Art Council in Australia and General Secretary of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference.By ACU Centre for Liturgy
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Participating in the words and actions of the liturgy with a deeper spirit.
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Fr Paul Turner examines the art of celebrating - ars celebrandi and invites us to ‘get inside the liturgy’ and reflect more on the meaning of what we do and say. Fr Paul Turner is an international speaker, writer and publisher on liturgy who is Pastor of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Kansas City, Missouri.…
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Professor Clare Johnson explores how schools embrace their ecclesial identity and strengthen their identity and mission through celebrating the liturgy well.By maryannehemsley
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