All recent audio visual multimedia posted to the Archdiocese of Brisbane website organised into categories.
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s Homilies
2018 Annual Catholic Campaign
September 8, 2018 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge presents a special homily to launch the 2018 Annual Catholic Campaign, in support of the vital ministries within the Archdiocese.
Homily from Pentecost Sunday – Archbishop Mark Coleridge
May 25, 2018 – Audio & Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s homily from Pentecost 2018, on the launch of the journey to Plenary Council 2020.
Homily at Funeral for Bishop John Gerry
December 21, 2017 – Video
In the winter of 1946, the nineteen year old John Gerry set sail for Rome on the SS Moreton Bay. The world was still reeling from a war that had left behind the ash-heaps of Auschwitz and Hiroshima, but for the boy from Brisbane a new world beckoned.
Homily for the Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 24, 2017 – Audio & Video
Down through the centuries many, many Christian creeds have been composed. Some of them are rather long and complex; the Nicene Creed that we normally say at Mass would fall into that category as its neither short nor simple.
Homily from Solemn Dedication of Stella Maris Church, Maroochydore
April 26, 2017 – Video
This nameless woman, from Samaria, we’re told she comes to the well. Now there could be nothing more ordinary than a well. In that part of the world, at that time, every town and every village had a well.
Homily for the Annual Catholic Campaign 2016
September 12, 2016 – Audio & Video
In this Year of Mercy we see more clearly than ever that mercy isn’t passive but active. It’s not a matter of waiting for those who need mercy to come to us. We have to go out in search of them, wherever and whoever they may be.
Homily for All Saints 2015
November 1, 2015 – Audio & Video
Here in my hand is a very fat book and on the spine of it is written its official title. It is in Latin – and it says Martyrologium Romanum – translated – the Roman Martyrology. What is it? A list of all the saints for every day of the year.
Homily for the Annual Catholic Campaign 2015
September 6, 2015 – Audio & Video
Families come in all shapes and sizes. There’s the nuclear family, but also the extended family. There’s the family of the Church and there’s even the human family. Every family has its problems; every family has its challenges. Certainly the human family has its share of both.
Homily for the Multicultural Mass 2015
August 30, 2015 – Audio & Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s homily from the 2015 Multicultural Mass.
Homily for the Youth and Vocations Expo Mass 2015
August 2, 2015 – Audio & Video
Once they set forth from the land of Egypt, the house of their slavery, the chosen people show themselves to be a resounding bunch of whingers. They leave Egypt and they head for the Red Sea. Then they hear the thundering of Pharaoh’s Army coming to get them. Every empire needs a slave class to…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for Easter Sunday Mass 2015
April 5, 2015 – Video
On Good Friday morning, after the Stations of the Cross in the Cathedral, I had an encounter with a lady who had come to the Cathedral to protest, which is of course her right. She was anxious about a number of things in the Church, one of which was sexual abuse. In the course of…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge at Mass for Archdiocesan Curia
February 6, 2015 – Video
One of the great treasures of the Archdiocese of Brisbane is this precinct, standing as it does right at the heart of the Central Business District, the capital. Thank goodness Archbishop Duhig did not build the Holy Name Cathedral. He’s probably turning in his tomb as he hears his successor say this. Yet if he…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for the 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
October 26, 2014 – Video
There are many stars in the bible. The greatest of them of course is the Lord Jesus himself, but this morning here in the Cathedral we meet three of the most glittering stars of the whole bible…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for the 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time
October 5, 2014 – Video
Sometimes it’s said that the church doesn’t have to be successful, the church has to be faithful. Now there is some truth in that but there is also a danger that that kind of claim can be a cop out. I guess it depends on what you mean by success. We certainly have to be…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for the 50th Anniversary Mass of Caritas
September 21, 2014 – Video
I’m not at all sure what a Fair Pay Commission would make of what we have just heard (in the Gospel). I suspect that they would at least understand the grumbling of those who have copped one denarius after a full days work when the latecomers, who did only a little bit of the work, received the same pay.
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
September 14, 2014 – Video
In the Gospel story that we have just heard we meet the intriguing figure of Nicodemus. Now Nicodemus was really somebody. He was one of the leading Jews and belonged to the leadership group that was called the Sanhedrin but he wanted to meet Jesus. Clearly something in Jesus had struck him, or something in…
Homily by Archbishop Mark Coleridge for the 15th Sunday of Ordinary time
July 13, 2014 – Video
In his teaching style Jesus of Nazareth was in many ways just like all the other rabbis. Yet there are certain points at which the teaching style of Jesus is utterly distinctive. One of those ways is that he takes the simplest, most ordinary and familiar things to talk about the most complex, extraordinary and…
Homily for Ordination Mass for Fr Martin Larsen and Fr Leonard Uzuegbu
June 27, 2014 – Video
Way back in 1966 the German Jesuit Theologian Karl Rahner wrote a short piece about the priest of the future. What he wrote has turned out to be prophetic. It made an impression on me when I was a seminarian and it still makes an impression upon me, more so perhaps now than then. The…
Homily for Mass celebrating Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s fortieth anniversary of ordination
May 17, 2014 – Video
The 18th of May 1974 was the 54th birthday of the then Archbishop of Kraków, Karol Wojtlya, who later happened to become Pope John Paul II, and in more recent times a saint. That was all back in Poland. In Melbourne it was a cold , misty Saturday morning and into St Patrick’s Cathedral, which looked…
Homily for ANZAC Day Mass 2014
April 25, 2014 – Video
On this enormous island, with its endless coasts and waters, and in this most urbanised of all cultures, the beach occupies a very important place in the Australian psyche, not just physically but also symbolically. We can even speak in Australia of there being a beach culture. But the beach is a two edged sword….
Homily from Easter Sunday Mass 2014
April 20, 2014 – Video
Just recently I was on pilgrimage in the Holy Land and yet again I was struck by the topography of Jerusalem, the Holy City. By the topography I mean the landscape. It really is a city made not exactly for mountain goats, but for those with sturdy legs, which Jesus surely had. It really is…
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s Pastoral Messages and Statements
Archbishop’s 2018 Christmas Message
December 14, 2018 – Audio & Video
If we can line up behind the wise men, we too find our way into the life that is gift the experience of gratitude and the joy that Christmas promises.
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s Address Proclaim Conference 2018
July 13, 2018 – Audio & Video
The address delivered by Archbishop Mark Coleridge at Proclaim Conference 2018.
Safeguarding Strategy 2018-2020
July 2, 2018 – Video
Pope Francis has laid out a clear message for the Church when it comes to the crucial question of safeguarding. He puts it this way: “The Church loves all her children like a loving mother, but she protects with a special affection those who are smallest and defenceless. Now the duty that Christ himself entrusted to the Church is exactly this, the Church is especially vigilant in protecting children and vulnerable adults.”
Beginning the Journey of Lent: A Word from Archbishop Mark
February 10, 2018 – Video
Greetings to all of you as we look towards Lent and to Easter that lies beyond.
“Learning to Lament” – Archbishop Coleridge’s Lenten Pastoral Letter 2017
March 3, 2017 – Audio & Video
On Ash Wednesday we heard the prophet’s words: “Come back to me with all your heart, fasting, weeping, mourning” (Joel 2:12) – words which echo one of the key themes of Scripture, the theme of lament…
“The Flesh and the Facts” – Archbishop Coleridge’s Advent Pastoral Letter 2016
November 25, 2016 – Audio & Video
The Year of Mercy has come to an end, and I want to thank all who helped to make the Jubilee a gift to us all – Pope Francis for offering it to the whole Church, but also the many who have conceived and organised the many activities that have been part of our Archdiocesan…
Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s Lenten Pastoral Message 2016
February 12, 2016 – Audio & Video
In Rome the Year of Mercy began on 8 December last year. But that was hardly realistic here in the Antipodes, with the rush to Christmas through December and then the January lull. We opened the Door of Mercy in the Cathedral on the Third Sunday of Advent, but the Year of Mercy really begins…
Christmas message from Archbishop Mark Coleridge
December 23, 2015 – Audio & Video
As we approach Christmas this year the world seems a real mess. Terrorism, the refugee crisis, climate change, economic woes, political turmoil and so on it all goes. But in one way or another the world has always been a…
“The Road of Mercy” – Archbishop Coleridge’s Advent Pastoral Letter 2015
November 26, 2015 – Audio & Video
At the recent Synod of Bishops, there was a lot of talk about mercy; it’s become the key-note of Pope Francis’ ministry. Two other words often heard in Rome were closely related to mercy. The first was “accompaniment”; the second was “discernment”…
Archbishop Mark on the Synod on the Family
September 29, 2015 – Audio & Video
By the time you see this I will be in Rome and unpacking my bags for the Synod of Bishops on the Family in the Modern World. I’ve worked very hard to prepare for it and, now that I’m here, I’m looking forward to it very much.
Archbishop’s Lenten Pastoral Message 2015
February 18, 2015 – Video
The forty days of Lent find us on a journey from last year’s first session of the Synod on marriage and the family to the second session later this year which I will attend. In recent times and in places like Australia, there’s been intense, even excessive focus on certain hot-button issues like Communion for…
“Two Become One Flesh” – Archbishop Coleridge’s Advent Pastoral Letter 2014
November 27, 2014 – Video
Dear brothers and sisters, Marriage has been much on the Church’s mind in recent times. The first of the two sessions of the Synod of Bishops on marriage has recently been held in Rome and the second will follow next year. In another sense, marriage is much on the Church’s mind every time we enter…
2014 Pentecost Message to Young People from Archbishop Mark Coleridge
June 14, 2014 – Video
Pentecost is all about unleashing new energy – wild fire and wild wind. The first disciples certainly needed new energy as they cringed behind closed doors after the death of Jesus. They’d seen him die and thought they might be next to go. But not even the closed doors could keep the fire and wind…
Archbishop’s Lenten Pastoral Message 2014
February 28, 2014 – Video
“The joy of the Gospel fills the hearts and the lives of those who encounter Jesus”: with these words, Pope Francis begins his Apostolic Exhortation, The Joy of the Gospel, which I want to be the charter of the Archdiocese of Brisbane as we shape the future that Jesus wants. True joy belongs to the…
Beliefs and Works
The Mass: Complete Series
December 1, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass.
The Mass: Part 16 – Concluding Rites
November 15, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 15 – Communion Rite – Communion
November 8, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 14 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – The Fraction
November 2, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 13 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Rite of Peace
October 25, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 12 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Communion Rite, Lord’s Prayer
October 18, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 11 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Eucharistic Prayer (Part 2)
October 11, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 10 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Eucharistic Prayer (Part 1)
October 4, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 9 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Preface
September 27, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass: Part 8 – Liturgy of the Eucharist – Offertory
September 20, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 7 – Liturgy of the Word – Prayers of the Faithful
September 13, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 6 – Liturgy of the Word – The Creed
September 6, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 5 – Liturgy of the Word – Homily
August 30, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 4 – Liturgy of the Word – Readings
August 23, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 3 – Introductory Rites – Opening Prayer
August 16, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 2 – Introductory Rites – Penitential Act and Gloria
August 9, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
The Mass Series: Part 1 – Introductory Rites – Greeting
August 2, 2017 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge takes us through the Catholic Mass in this multi part series.
Integrating a Catholic life with parish life
March 23, 2017 – Video
James Deveraux of Kenmore parish talks about how he helps serve the community as part of his Catholic life.
How are people connected in their local church?
November 27, 2015 – Video
7 local Catholics share the multiplicity of ways they connect with their local church community.
Young people and the Church
November 27, 2015 – Video
A look at the important role of young people in today’s Catholic community..
Why I’m Catholic
November 27, 2015 – Video
Explaining your faith and why you stick with isn’t something we’re often asked. These Brisbane Catholics do it with ease.
Why I pray to God
November 27, 2015 – Video
3 local Catholics on why they pray to God.
What’s your vocation?
November 27, 2015 – Video
Fr Morgan Batt – director of Vocation Brisbane – introduces the Catholic vocational call to love God and how we can live this call in our lives.
What’s a Catholic life look like
November 27, 2015 – Video
Patrick Rabbath, a Gold Coast Catholic discusses one way in which his gifts have been harnessed by the local parish for the benefit of all.
Catholic Baptism
September 10, 2015 – Video
An introduction to Catholic Baptism of children – the first sacrament of the church where we become members of the church.
Catholic Confirmation
September 10, 2015 – Video
An introduction to Catholic Confirmation of children – the sacrament of initiation that completes the sacrament of Baptism.
Catholic First Holy Communion
September 10, 2015 – Video
An introduction to Catholic First Holy Communion for children – the sacrament that completes the process of Christian initiation, begun in Baptism and Confirmation.
Catholic Penance for Children
September 10, 2015 – Video
An introduction to Catholic Penance / Reconciliation for children which celebrates God’s forgiving love for us.
The historical Jesus
November 18, 2014 – Video
Dr Maeve Louise Heaney takes an inspired look at the historical Jesus – what can we know about Jesus of the 1st century in our time? What did Jesus “look like”? What does Jesus do?
The Joy of the Gospel
November 18, 2014 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge shares his thoughts on Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation “The Joy of the Gospel”, document he believes in so wholeheartedly he has declared it the charter for the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
Why do Catholics go to Mass on Sundays?
November 18, 2014 – Video
Monsignor Tony Randazzo explains the centrality of Eucharist and why Catholics attend Mass on Sundays. Monsignor Tony Randazzo was ordained an Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Sydney on August 24 2016.
The early church
November 18, 2014 – Video
Join Archbishop Mark Coleridge for a look at the fascinating story that is the birth of the Church in the first century of the Common Era.
How do Catholics celebrate key events in a person’s life?
November 18, 2014 – Video
Sr Kari Hatherell discusses how Jesus has put skin on God for us and how the Catholic Church offers us rituals, called sacraments, that lead us into the heart of the mystery of God.
Encounter Jesus
November 18, 2014 – Video
Only through encounter with Jesus crucified and risen can we discover the full truth of who God really is and the full truth of who we really are.
New directions in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
November 18, 2014 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge introduces the new Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy of the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
Welcome to the Archdiocese of Brisbane
November 18, 2014 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge welcomes you to our website – the window on the world of the Archdiocese of Brisbane. We hope that you’ll do more than just look in the window. We hope you’ll walk through the door and discover something of who we really are.
Highlights around the archdiocese
The Lights of Christmas
January 2, 2019 – Video
Over the Christmas season, we welcomed the Lights of Christmas at the Cathedral of St Stephen.
Here are some small snippets of the show.
2018 Two-Minute Homily Outtakes
January 1, 2019 – Video
Our homilists are very generous with their time and we do thank them for another great year. Here’s a peek behind the scenes at some of the few grains of sand and grit which allow them to make pearls of wisdom.
Keeping the Faith – Sr Angela Mary Doyle
December 21, 2018 – Audio & Video
When someone has lived a good while and can say with all sincerity “All my memories are loving and wonderful” it’s a sign of either a life well lived or a great and generous heart. In Sr Angela Mary Doyle we have both. Thanks to Donna Lynch for sharing with us some insight into this selfless and strong Queenslander.
Keeping the Faith – Ralph Devlin
November 16, 2018 – Video
Ralph Devlin has led a remarkable life. He sits down with Donna Lynch to talk about life, faith and plenty more …
Mary MacKillop Chapel
October 20, 2018 – Video
A new shrine has been dedicated in The Cathedral of St Stephen for all victims and survivors of sexual abuse.
Keeping the Faith – Paul White (with Donna Lynch)
September 29, 2018 – Video
In the latest installment of Keeping the Faith, Donna interviews Broncos CEO, Paul White.
St Agatha’s Centenary
September 20, 2018 – Video
Happy birthday St Agatha’s Catholic Parish Clayfield. It’s 100 years today since the first Mass in Clayfield.
Cricket legend Matthew Hayden in conversation with Archbishop Mark Coleridge
September 14, 2018 – Audio & Video
Last week, cricket legend Matthew Hayden was interviewed by our Archbishop Mark Coleridge covering topics from sport to faith and beyond.
Keeping the Faith – Father’s Day (with Donna Lynch)
September 2, 2018 – Video
As a Father’s Day special, Donna interviews three fathers from the Ashgrove area (Justin Bond, Anthony Herbert & Ron Cervetto) asking them about being a dad.
Life on the Streets – Photo Competition
July 27, 2018 – Video
Through BLIND EYE the homeless of Brisbane have been competing in a photo competition, this week they held the awards ceremony …
NAIDOC Week – Mikayla’s Story
July 10, 2018 – Video
Mikayla’s inspiring story in #NAIDOC2018 Week …
Keeping the Faith – Richard Malouf (with Donna Lynch)
July 3, 2018 – Video
‘Keeping The Faith’ with Donna Lynch is here again!
This time she speaks with Richard Malouf – the ‘Brisbane Pharmacy King’ – as he reflects on his journey.
Ordination of Fr Tom and Fr Damien
July 2, 2018 – Video
On the Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul, and in their footsteps, Archbishop Mark Coleridge ordains two new priests for Brisbane. Congratulations to Fr Damien Everitt and Fr Thomas Zaranski.
Damien and Tom – Pre-Ordination Interview
June 27, 2018 – Video
48 hours away from these two guys getting ordained to the priesthood … join us at The Cathedral of St Stephen on Friday night. The Mass will be webcast also.
My Former Life: Fr Michael Grace
June 22, 2018 – Video
Fr Michael Grace on his life before the priesthood. He was a bright spark …
Why Jesus Matters In Modern Australia? – Archbishop Mark Coleridge (Facebook Live)
June 8, 2018 – Audio & Video
Welcome everybody to my place, this big old house called Wynberg, which means ‘vineyard’. It’s been the home of the Archbishop’s of Brisbane for about years and it’s seen a lot of things through those years…
Why Does Pentecost Matter?
May 18, 2018 – Video
Archbishop Mark Coleridge on “Why Pentecost matters” …
Stan’s Baptism, Confirmation & First Communion
May 17, 2018 – Video
Today 95-year-old Stanley Everett, was baptised, confirmed and received First Communion in Brisbane.
Keeping the Faith – Mother’s Day (with Donna Lynch)
May 13, 2018 – Video
This month, as a Mother’s Day special, Donna interviews three mothers from Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, asking them about being a mum.
March and Candle Lighting Ceremony – Domestic Violence Prevention Month
May 3, 2018 – Video
A special night on the Sunshine Coast to support victims of domestic and family violence. We’re proud of the work that Centacare does in this area.
Keeping the Faith – Anthony Ryan (with Donna Lynch)
April 30, 2018 – Video
The next installment of ‘Keeping The Faith’ with Donna Lynch is here!
This time Donna speaks with the CEO of Youngcare Australia, Anthony Ryan, about his journey as a community welfare leader.
Happy 100th Birthday Sr Trish Dent
April 27, 2018 – Video
Sr Trish celebrates her 100th birthday today, after almost 80 years as a Presentation Sister and piano teacher.
Br Damien Price – ‘When the sun came up, they were gone’
April 25, 2018 – Video
More often than not we all share in a piece of Anzac Day history.
One of our own, Brother Damien Price, shares his family’s remarkable Anzac story – a salute to his uncle Joe Faust and great mate Reg Valmadre.
Our Lady of Victories
April 23, 2018 – Video
With another ANZAC Day about to dawn, congratulations to Fr Andrzej Kolaczkowski and all of the Bowen Hills parish for being such Good Shepherds of the memory of our sisters and brothers who gave their lives in World War I.
Archbishop Mark’s Reflection on ‘Rejoice and Be Glad’
April 13, 2018 – Video
After a few days to ponder upon it, here are Archbishop Mark’s brief thoughts on Pope Francis’ new Apostolic Exhortation.
Easter Sunday
April 1, 2018 – Video
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again…”
(1 Peter 1:3)
Good Friday
March 30, 2018 – Video
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”
(John 3:16-17)
Holy Thursday
March 29, 2018 – Video
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another.”
(John 13:34)
Palm Sunday
March 25, 2018 – Video
Holy Week has begun: “This week is holy because of the immeasurable love that prompted unimaginable suffering … Genuine love empowers and transforms … This week, we see that love.”
Chrism Mass Tonight
March 22, 2018 – Video
Tonight, the Archbishop and the priests of the Archdiocese gather in the Cathedral to celebrate the Chrism Mass. Archbishop Mark will bless three oils — the oil of catechumens, the oil of the infirm and the holy chrism —which will be used to administer the sacraments across the Archdiocese throughout the rest of the year.
Holy Week
March 16, 2018 – Video
Holy Week is upon us. We look forward to seeing you at church. Mass times available soon.
International Women’s Day
March 8, 2018 – Video
Celebrating the work of thousands of women throughout the Archdiocese on International Women’s Day.
Ash Wednesday
February 14, 2018 – Video
The Lenten journey began across the Archdiocese today …
Three Days of Fasting
February 13, 2018 – Video
As Lent commences tomorrow, the Archdiocese begins a special period of fasting and reparation. Archbishop Mark Coleridge explains the significance and how you can participate.
Shrove Tuesday Flip-a-thon
February 13, 2018 – Video
The summer heat definitely didn’t stop the hundreds of school students from Brisbane Catholic Education schools from competing in the annual flip-a-thon today.
Professor John Fraser presents to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals
May 17, 2016 – Video
Professor John Fraser is a loving husband, a father of five, has countless medical research papers published in his name and is the pre-eminent staff specialist in intensive care at the Prince Charles Hospital Critical Care Research Group…
Fr Brian McCoy SJ presents to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals
September 22, 2015 – Video
Fr Brian McCoy SJ on ‘When I believe it, I’ll see it’: faith and experience in Ignatian spirituality. This talk was delivered to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals.
Multicultural Mass 2015
August 30, 2015 – Video
The Archdiocese’s Annual Multicultural Mass was the embodiment of the theme of the 101st World Day of Migrants and Refugees – “Church without frontiers, Mother to all”.
Catholic Education Week 2015
July 31, 2015 – Video
The Festival of Catholic Education was held from July 28-30 2015 within the Cathedral of St Stephen grounds, as part of the larger Catholic Education Week. This year’s theme was “Engaging Minds, Igniting Hearts, Serving Others”. Over 400 students from a range of colleges and primary schools across the Archdiocese participated over each of the…
Powerhouse of Leaders
May 27, 2015 – Video
The Powerhouse of Leaders is a Brisbane Catholic Education initiative annually bringing together a mix of school leaders from a range of BCE and Religious Institute Schools.
The annual Rite of Election
May 27, 2015 – Video
The annual Rite of Election is a joyful occasion in which priests and deacons stand with the other baptised faithful from parishes across the Archdiocese of Brisbane, in order to support the Catechumens.
Feast of the Three Saints
May 6, 2015 – Video
A touch of Italy comes to Brisbane through this annual May celebration of the Feast of Saints Alfio, Fidalfo and Cirino, martyred in 253AD. Mass, food stalls, entertainment and a liturgical procession through the streets of a Brisbane inner-northern suburb all highlight the vibrancy of the organising committee and the parish community.
ANZAC Day Mass Highlights
April 26, 2015 – Video
The special occasion of the Centenary of the ANZAC landing at Gallipoli has shown the debt and reverence we still owe to all the women and men, past and present, in our defence forces.
Lenten Program
March 27, 2015 – Video
For the 6 weeks of Lent, Catholics are challenged to engage with their faith and deepen their knowledge of it in various ways.
Dedication of the new Stella Maris Church at Broadbeach
February 27, 2015 – Video
February 27, 2015 was a special day for the Surfers Paradise parish. Opening new churches is not as common as it once was so the Mass for the Dedication of the new Stella Maris Church at Broadbeach was a cause for great joy.
Project Compassion Launch
February 25, 2015 – Video
Project Compassion is the annual tentpole fundraising initiative of Caritas Australia. Catholic schools throughout the Archdiocese have a great affinity with it.
Taize Highlights
February 10, 2015 – Video
In the 75th year of their community’s existence, Br Alois, Br Ghislain and Br Matthew have been on a tour of the world showcasing the beauty of Taize prayer.
Br Guy Consolmagno presents to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals
November 4, 2014 – Video
Who says faith and science are incompatible, cancelling each other out in a zero sum game? Not Br Guy Consolmagno, one of a number of Scientists and Astronomers who work in the Vatican Observatory.
Francis Sullivan presents to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals
October 4, 2014 – Video
In the midst of the searing examination of the Catholic Church and other institutions by an independent Royal Commission, what is the way forward? Truth Justice and Healing Council CEO Francis Sullivan gives his views on what the Church must do to work with the Commission and repair the harm done by child sexual abuse.
Media Releases
Pope Francis on marriage and family life
April 8, 2016 – Audio & Video
The Vatican has released Pope Francis’ document Amoris Laetitia, “The Joy of Love: On Love in the Family” Archbishop Mark Coleridge was one of two Australian-based bishops to attend the Synod on the Family in Rome last October.
Prayer and Reflections
Living Biblically – Mercy in the Scriptures Session Three
October 20, 2016 – Audio & Video
Faith formation with Archbishop Mark Coleridge. This series is the successor to the Living Biblically in a Secular World series of 2015.
Living Biblically – Mercy in the Scriptures Session Two
July 25, 2016 – Audio & Video
Faith formation with Archbishop Mark Coleridge. This series is the successor to the Living Biblically in a Secular World series of 2015.
Living Biblically – Mercy in the Scriptures Session One
April 26, 2016 – Audio & Video
Faith formation with Archbishop Mark Coleridge. This series is the successor to the Living Biblically in a Secular World series of 2015.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Seven
September 18, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Six
August 21, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Five
July 16, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Four
June 11, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Three
May 21, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session Two
April 16, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Living Biblically in a Secular World Session One
March 19, 2015 – Audio & Video
Drawing on his biblical scholarship, Archbishop Mark will demonstrate the capacity of God’s word to speak into the contemporary issues we experience today and its power to transform our lives.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 1
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Encountering Jesus, Encountering the Joy of the Gospel.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 2
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Finding Ways to Communicate Jesus, Wherever We Are.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 3
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Shining Forth in a Life of Fidelity to the Gospel.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 4
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Embracing with Tender Affection those who are Poor and Vulnerable.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 5
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Being Church; Being God’s Leaven in the Midst of Humanity.
Joy Filled Good News – Part 6
June 11, 2014 – Audio
Precious Allies.
Knowing Jesus Guided Meditation
January 14, 2014 – Audio
Take some time to reflect on the title/s of Jesus that speak most powerfully into your life.
Seeing Jesus Guided Meditation
January 14, 2014 – Audio
Meditation with image by Archbishop Mark Coleridge.
Two-Minute Homilies
Second Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Thomas Zaranski
January 17, 2019 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Thomas Zaranski for the Second Sunday of Ordinary Time 2019.
“Doing whatever the Word tells us to do, ultimately leads us to everything that is, True, Good and Beautiful.”
Baptism of the Lord – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Neville Yun
January 12, 2019 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Neville Yun for the Baptism of the Lord 2019.
“In a deeper way that immersion in the life of Christ happens when we think, speak and act as children of God throughout our lives.”
Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Wrex Woolnough
January 5, 2019 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Wrex Woolnough for the Feast of the Epiphany of The Lord 2019.
“So is this Christmas going to be for us just remembering the news or facing the transformation that Christmas entails?”
Feast of the Holy Family – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Stephen Bliss OFM
December 29, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Stephen Bliss OFM for the Feast of the Holy Family 2018.
“This feast holds up the story of Mary and Joseph as the harried parents of the lost and found Jesus.”
Fourth Sunday of Advent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Frank Jones
December 22, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Frank Jones for the Fourth Sunday of Advent 2018.
“More than ever today I need to hear the voice of the child within the womb, the voice which is silent but moves us with deep interior joy.”
Third Sunday of Advent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Stephen Byrnes
December 15, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Stephen Byrnes for the Third Sunday of Advent 2018.
“John’s proclamation ensures that the baptism he’s offering is understood as an assault on the status quo…”
Second Sunday of Advent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Chukwudi Chinaka
December 7, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Chukwudi Chinaka for the Second Sunday of Advent 2018.
“We cannot pretend that we do not know the awesomeness that comes with Christmas.”
First Sunday of Advent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Denis Scanlan
November 30, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Denis Scanlan for the First Sunday of Advent 2018.
“So, as people of hope, we are the ones sent by Jesus to break down barriers and restore God’s peace.”
Feast of Christ the King – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Peter Dillon
November 23, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Peter Dillon for the Feast of Christ the King 2018.
“Now while earthly rulers load heavy burdens on their subjects, here we have a king who, on the contrary, carried his people’s burdens upon himself.”
Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Dan Redhead
November 16, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Dan Redhead for the Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Jesus’ sacrifice, is far more efficacious then all the combined Temple sacrifices ever offered, for the Calvary event – the Easter event – reconciled humanity with God…”
Thirty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Isidore Enyinnaya
November 9, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Isidore Enyinnaya for the Thirty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“That does not mean we forgo planning and budgeting, but it means we trust God and go beyond our budget in exercising our faith, hope and love through charity.”
Thirty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Echewodo
November 2, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr John Echewodo for the Thirty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Jesus believes that love of God and love of neighbour are both inseparable. We cannot have one without the other.”
Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Dcn Gary Stone
October 26, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Dcn Gary Stone for the Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“We need to have the courage to ask God for what we need, even if our circumstances seem overwhelming.”
Twenty-Ninth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Anthony Mellor
October 19, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Anthony Mellor for the Twenty-Ninth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“…It doesn’t matter whether it is two thousand years ago or two months ago, this is a recurring tale of blind ambition and human squabbling.”
Twenty-Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Nigel Sequeira
October 12, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Nigel Sequeira for the Twenty-Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“There is something within us that has a longing for eternal life. What happens to us after death? What awaits us?”
Twenty-Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Odinaka Nwadike
October 5, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Odinaka Nwadike for the Twenty-Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Human beings are social by nature. Of ourselves we are incomplete. We need others to exist.”
Twenty-Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Wrex Woolnough
September 28, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Wrex Woolnough for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“And so we create divisions not just in our world, but among ourselves as Christians. But, let’s face it: Who is not one of us?”
Twenty-Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Dan Redhead
September 21, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Dan Redhead for the Twenty-Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“… for God is very active in our lives because he loves us and the kudos for much of what we achieve as individuals, is due to God.”
Twenty-Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Echewodo
September 14, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr John Echewodo for the Twenty-Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“As Christians, our faith must be one of personal discovery. It cannot just be based on hearsay or just on what mum and dad have told us.”
Twenty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Trevor Trotter
September 7, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Trevor Trotter for the Twenty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“By acting like God we not only become better people we also become more like God.”
Twenty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Lucius Edomobi
August 31, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Lucius Edomobi for the Twenty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“…we can choose to become faithful and authentic followers of Christ by lovingly obeying God’s commandments and allowing our hearts to be transformed by it.”
Twenty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Marty Larsen
August 24, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Marty Larsen for the Twenty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“God is calling you. You need to find a way to listen, and to listen deeply.”
Twentieth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Bryan Roe
August 17, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Bryan Roe for the Twentieth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“For the Spiritual person, who believes in the Christian God, ‘Zoe’ is true life; life lived abundantly, that is life with God.”
Nineteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Stanley Orji
August 10, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Stanley Orji for the Nineteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Why eat spiritual junk food if you want health and full life from the Living one, who is the Bread of Life?”
Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Dcn Mike Jones
August 3, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Dcn Mike Jones for the Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Often in his preaching Christ used images of food, particularly bread, to emphasise our need for spiritual as well as physical nourishment.”
Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Terry Nueva
July 27, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Terry Nueva for the Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“…the story speaks of the Christian duty of caring for the hungry and sharing our resources with the needy.”
Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Adrian Sharp
July 20, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Adrian Sharp for the Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“In restoring scattered humanity, an important work of Christ was and is to lead us out of the darkness of ignorance and error, and into the splendor of his truth.”
Fifteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Mark Franklin
July 13, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Mark Franklin for the Fifteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“The readings remind us that God chooses us and it’s not by chance, but a deliberate act.”
Fourteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Dominic Orih
July 6, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Dominic Orih for the Fourteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Could it be possible that we are missing the grace of God flowing into our lives because we are waiting for it to come in extraordinary, fancy packages?”
Thirteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Peter Brannelly
June 29, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Peter Brannelly for the Thirteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Responding compassionately to the plight of these families becomes far more important to Jesus than the safety of convention or tradition or the ‘don’t get involved’ mentality.”
Nativity of John the Baptist – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Chalmers
June 22, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr John Chalmers for the Nativity of John the Baptist 2018.
“Like the people of John’s day, we can get carried away by flimsy, though forceful, chants.”
Eleventh Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Michael Grace
June 15, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Michael Grace for the Eleventh Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“Rather than rejecting the truths of science, faith invites us to move beyond that which is apparent to our eyes and grasp a meaning which is beyond our sight.”
Tenth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Odinaka Nwadike
June 8, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Odinaka Nwadike for the Tenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“There is a war going on inside each of us, a war between light and darkness, between evil and good.”
Feast of Corpus Christi – Two-Minute Homily: Bishop Ken Howell
June 1, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Bishop Ken Howell for the Feast of Corpus Christi 2018.
“Like Jesus, we bring our present life and pending death as our best offering to the Father. All of this is happening in every Eucharistic moment.”
Trinity Sunday – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Adrian Farrelly
May 25, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Adrian Farrelly for Trinity Sunday 2018.
“Through their experience of Jesus they came to realize that God was one but not without an inner life as it were.”
Pentecost Sunday – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Anthony Mellor
May 18, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Anthony Mellor for the Pentecost Sunday 2018.
“The way we use the word ‘spirit’ shows that we have an instinct that there is something much more mysterious going on than we care to admit.”
The Ascension of The Lord – Two Minute Homily: Fr Dan Ryan
May 11, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Dan Ryan for The Ascension of The Lord 2018.
“Jesus is no longer physically present on earth but He is spiritually with us now as He challenges us to tell others about Him by our words and our actions.”
Sixth Sunday of Easter – Two-Minute Homily: Fr David King CP
May 4, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr David King CP for the Sixth Sunday of Easter 2018.
“So how do you feel to know you are not just a subject of an almighty God, but you are a friend?”
Fifth Sunday of Easter – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Marty Larsen
April 27, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Marty Larsen for the Fifth Sunday of Easter 2018.
“This is a reminder that though Christ is now risen, we as humans need to find ways to stay connected to this power.”
Fourth Sunday of Easter – Two-Minute Homily: Dcn Gary Stone
April 20, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Dcn Gary Stone for the Fourth Sunday of Easter 2018.
“…we pray that others will be inspired to a vocation to care for the people of God, and not just those that are in our sheepyard, but those near and far who are loved by God, but do not yet benefit from the caring embrace of others.”
Third Sunday of Easter – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Leonard Uzuegbu
April 13, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Leonard Uzuegbu for the Third Sunday of Easter 2018.
“Nevertheless, the truth remains that enduring peace, a kind the world cannot give, only comes through an encounter with the risen Christ.”
Second Sunday of Easter – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Bob Harwood
April 7, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Bob Harwood for the Second Sunday of Easter 2018.
“…the gift of Christ’s unique peace and the gift of the Holy Spirit take on a new meaning for those who experience and know the truth of the resurrection…”
Easter Sunday – Two-Minute Homily: Most Rev Mark Coleridge
March 31, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Most Rev Mark Coleridge for Easter Sunday 2018.
“…the resurrection, in fact, is always and everywhere. Easter is woven into the fabric of human experience…”
Palm Sunday – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Jason Middleton
March 23, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Jason Middleton for Palm Sunday 2018.
“From the waving of branches and the singing of hosannas – to the waving of fists and the shouts of condemnation, we journey with Christ, who all the while, journeys with us.”
Fifth Sunday of Lent – Two-Minute Homily: Dcn Peter Devenish Meares
March 16, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Dcn Peter Devenish Meares for the Fifth Sunday of Lent 2018.
“… we have to face up to the fact that Lent, if taken seriously, will mean some real challenge.”
Fourth Sunday of Lent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Conway
March 9, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr John Conway for the Fourth Sunday of Lent 2018.
“We are God’s work of art, and as such we can shine in our world.”
Third Sunday of Lent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Mauro Conte
March 2, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Mauro Conte for the Third Sunday of Lent 2018.
“Remember who you are, Jesus was saying, and even more importantly, remember whose you are.”
Second Sunday of Lent – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Panamthottam CMI
February 23, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr John Panamthottam CMI for the Second Sunday of Lent 2018.
“The Holy Mass is our mountain-top experience which prepare us for the trials of our day.”
First Sunday of Lent – Two-Minute Homily: Bishop Ken Howell
February 16, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Bishop Ken Howell for the First Sunday of Lent 2018.
“The church has every confidence to call Lent a season of joy, because within this testing time, this desert encounter, it is also a season of promise…”
Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr John Echewodo
February 9, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr John Echewodo for the Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“But when he met Jesus, he met someone who was not only prepared to stop and listen to him, but someone who was also prepared to touch him, and make him feel like a human being.”
Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Kevin Smith
February 2, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr Kevin Smith for the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“The God of life knows the pressures we experience and invites us to spend time with a trusted other.”
Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr David King CP
January 26, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-minute Homily by Fr David King CP for the Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“It would appear that Jesus teaching had authority because it was genuine.”
Third Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-Minute Homily: Fr Bryan Roe
January 19, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Bryan Roe for the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“…Jesus is asking us all, to turn to God and put God at the center of our lives and asking us all to repent and to believe in this Good News.”
Second Sunday of Ordinary Time – Two-minute Homily: Fr Frank Jones
January 12, 2018 – Audio & Video
Two-Minute Homily by Fr Frank Jones for the Second Sunday of Ordinary Time 2018.
“He thirsts for you and for me to dwell within Him, so He may dwell in us.”
