MISSIONARIES OF GOD'S LOVE

In this Founder’s Message, Fr Ken Barker reflects on his visit to Bethlehem and the enduring promise of Christian hope at Christmas. From the joy of Christ’s birth to the longing for peace in a divided world, he reminds us that the good news proclaimed by the angels still calls us to trust in Christ’s saving love and share God’s peace with confidence and hope.

We’ve just completed our sixth Alpha course at St Benedict’s, and it was a great success - with over 30 participants consistently attending over the past 12 weeks. Alpha remains a key part of our parish renewal strategy here in Narrabundah. It’s helping to shift the culture - turning guests into hosts - and giving parishioners a real opportunity to be on mission within our own community. It’s been inspiring to see the Holy Spirit at work through simple invitations, drawing pe

As the world waited, the anointing of the Holy Spirit fell upon Cardinal Robert Prevost.

Grow in holiness and become fire. Fr Ken Barker leads us to deeper prayer and joyful life in the Lord.

Grateful for God’s blessings this year—celebrating ordinations, vows, and staying faithful to our charism in service and evangelization.

Grateful for prayers during my recent illness. It deepened my faith and love for others, reminding me of our dependence on God.

On his priesthood anniversary, Fr Ken reflects on 50 years of blessings and a calling that began unexpectedly while studying science at Uni

Friends, after a beautiful holiday time over Christmas, I was grateful to attend the Disciples of Jesus Summer School at Varroville. Such...

Since my last message, I have had the blessing, thanks to Harvest pilgrimages, of being in the Holy Land (escaping to safety when the war...

Thanks to everyone who has encouraged and supported me in this time of transition. I am grateful for the new leadership team. What a...

Fr Ken Barker MGL recently appeared on the podcast "Pints with Aquinas" hosted by Matt Fradd, where he shared profound insights on the...

Fr Ken's latest book, Eternity, is now available for purchase. In this book, Fr Ken provides a hopeful perspective on our eternal life...

I am truly delighted at the election of Fr Steve Fletcher as the new Moderator. I have no doubt his election was the work of the Holy...

A BIG THANK YOU A big thank you to all those who opened their pockets to help the international brothers have a home visit over the...

The Missionaries of God’s Love (MGL) priests and brothers announce the election of Fr Stephen Fletcher MGL as their new Moderator. Fr...

Years ago, when I read the life story of Thomas Merton, a famous American Trappist monk, I was intrigued by the way he was gradually...

Fr Ken was in Brisbane on Sunday 22nd May for a book launch and retreat day which was very well attended at Camp Hill Parish. The Mass,...

Dear friends in Christ, By the providence of God I recently had the blessing, through Harvest pilgrimages, of being chaplain to a group...

On 16th to 19th January, the Arete program for the year began at Mt Carmel Retreat Centre in Varroville with an intensive focussing on...

Dear friends in Christ, Towards the end of last year, the brothers climbed Mt. Gudgenby, the highest mountain in the ACT, affording them...