MISSIONARIES OF GOD'S LOVE

Fr Ken Barker MGL visits the Philippines mission and discovers the Holy Spirit working powerfully within the youth ministry.

Priests are ordinary men with extraordinary callings - human, relatable and living out their faith in every day life.

The Sydney Mission is thriving in 2025, with vibrant youth ministry and strong pastoral care. Catholic Youth Sydney is growing, with over 20 young leaders trained, 40 attending Youth Nights, and 50 at Ascension Nights. We’re excited for what God is doing in this Year of Jubilee!

I’ve known the MGLs for five years and have been involved in their music ministry, starting a youth choir in 2022. With Fr Tony’s support, we’ve led music for retreats and parish events. Through The Search, my family now helps others discover God’s love, especially through music ministry.

In December, St Martin de Porres Catholic Aboriginal Community, Holy Spirit Parish, and the Bishop of Darwin celebrated 20 years of their Covenant a partnership built on mutual respect, shared faith, and a united mission to bring healing, mercy, and the Gospel to their communities.

The risen Jesus brings mercy, hope, and life love triumphs, the cross heals, and death is defeated.

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

Aunty Agnes’ healing painting, inspired by the Holy Family, symbolizes strength, unity, and the power of prayer.

Fr Steve Tynan MGL's Scholarship Programme helps youth from poverty pursue education, improving their lives and families.

Christmas in the Philippines brings families together for midnight mass, meals, and charity outreach for the less fortunate.

Maru Joshua’s mission trip to the Philippines reshaped his life, deepening his faith and commitment to serving others.

Fr. Alex Nolasco MGL led a Discipleship Weekend for 40 young adults in Quezon City, focusing on spiritual growth and faith.

The Melbourne Mission has offered faith formation courses for all ages, fostering deeper relationships with God and spiritual growth.

Br Sam learns the power of joy in ministry through leading wilderness retreats and fostering Catholic community.

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

The 20th Anniversary of the MGL mission's covenant celebrates God's steadfast love, uniting Indigenous & non-Indigenous Christians in peace.

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

We ask Fr Josh Whicker MGL about his time in the seminary/priesthood

Renovation begins at St Benedict's Narrabundah

Fr Chris Eaton was installed as parish priest of St Benedict's, Narrabundah, on July 13, embracing a new sense of hope and community.