Iain is a survivor of domestic and family violence. His childhood was marked by ongoing physical and emotional abuse from his father, who struggled with severe mental health issues. Despite… The post A Journey of Faith and Giving: Iain's Story...

In a remarkable journey of faith and dedication, Brad, a former teacher, is on his path to becoming a priest. His story began in a classroom where he nurtured the… The post Celebrating Brad’s Journey to the Priesthood: A Story of Dedication...

How do you define a friend? Is it someone who shares life’s ups and downs with you, or perhaps someone you can relax with on a quiet Sunday afternoon? Maybe… The post Celebrating Friendship and Support: A Reflection from Father Frank Jones...

Almost a year after fleeing a life of violence and fear, Alaya* sits in her garden, watching her children play, and reflects on the dark years that preceded this moment... The post Breaking the cycle of violence: Alaya's story appeared first on Catholic...

For those who haven't visited Holy Spirit Seminary, the Oratory is the sacred place where the community begins most days with Morning Prayer, Meditation, and Mass. It is also a... The post Making a lasting impact through Icons at Holy Spirit Seminary...

What's the first thing you do when you get home after a day out? For Father Frank Jones, Chair of The Priests Foundation, it's sitting down with Gita, his trusty... The post As much as our priests look forward to retirement, it is hard for them to do:...

Can you define resilience? Who has it and where does it come from? Andrew's* teacher describes him as 'resilient.' And it really is no wonder. Andrew's dad was his source... The post Bravery and resilience: Andrew's commitment to achieving his dreams...

The Mary MacKillop Bursary Fund was established to provide hope and support to families in crisis, when they need the care of a Catholic community most. At the heart of... The post Transforming lives through education: Ruwan's journey with the Mary...

In a resounding testament to the power of community and generosity, the Catholic Foundation is pleased to share that the 2023 Annual Grants funding round has successfully allocated over $240,000... The post Grassroots programs supported through grants...

Being a priest these days is not a popular choice, and the young men at Holy Spirit Seminary swim against the tide in many ways. They're following a calling that... The post A vocation to grow the priesthood in Brisbane appeared first on Catholic Foundation...