Fourteen years ago, leadership expert Simon Sinek delivered a TED Talk that has since inspired millions. He stressed the importance of understanding an organisation’s “Why”—its core purpose. Those who begin
I can picture the classroom now. We had just had a talk on vocations to the priesthood and religious life, and at the end we were given a form to
One of the first things I did after being baptised in the Holy Spirit in 1976 was to ask my Parish Priest what parish task he found most difficult to
Understanding the Priest–Laity Relationship for a Missionary Church I In the Catholic Church, the roles of priests and lay people are distinct, yet profoundly interconnected. While priests are ordained to
A Misconception Challenged This statement — sometimes whispered, sometimes boldly stated — reflects a lingering assumption within the Church: that the “real” vocations are to the priesthood or religious life,
In a world often focused on ordained ministry, it’s easy to overlook the profound and vital role of the laity within the Christian faith. Yet, if we seek a prime
Introduction Clericalism—the excessive emphasis on the authority and role of clergy at the expense of lay participation—remains one of the significant challenges in the Catholic Church today. Various popes, particularly
As a 2025 begins, bishops prepare for Confirmation season. Thousands of young Catholics will soon receive this sacrament, choosing a new name and celebrating with family and friends. Yet, for
This year 2025 marks three significant events that highlight for us the transformative power ofpersonal vocation. It is the 100th anniversary of the death of Matt Talbot, a man whose
My family emigrated to South Africa when I was seven years old. As a teenager I attended a government secondary school, but then went to catechism on each Saturday morning
