The Election of Pope Leo XIV: The Last Surprise of Pope Francis
Author/Artist:
GERARD O'CONNELL, ELISABETTA PIQUE
ISBN-10:
1626986649
ISBN-13:
9781626986640
Publisher:
Orbis
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$38.95
Description:
'O'Connell and Piqu recount how Francis' vision of a Church that goes to the peripheries found its unexpected fulfillment in the election of Leo XIV, a pope with roots in both Chicago and Chiclayo. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the missionary Church of today. Kim Daniels, director, Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life, Georgetown University
From the death and funeral of Pope Francis, to the behind-the-scenes manoeuvres as cardinals arrive in Rome, to the surprising election of Pope Leo XIV: Here is the story behind the headlines, as told by two of the Vatican's most trusted correspondents.
There is much that is unique in the life of St Mary MacKillop, the co- foundress of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Her story should not, however, be viewed in isolation. She is part of a long tradition of women who responded to a divine call to serve God and those most in need by founding a religious institute.
In identifying themes in the lives of fifty foundresses - with a particular study of St Mary MacKillop - this book uncovers the many qualities these very human saints share. Their stories, while different, have much in common including times of darkness, struggle, challenge and opposition, intermixed with experiences of love, joy and a peace the world cannot give.
Their lives are an inspiration for all of us as we seek to live out our own God-given calling in life.
Newman: The Heart of Holiness
Author/Artist:
RODERICK STRANGE
ISBN-10:
1529362628
ISBN-13:
9781529362626
Publisher:
Hodder & Stoughton
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$24.99
Description:
Roderick Strange brings his own lifetime of learning and studying of Newman to offer a portrait of Newman's interior life. That is, his intimacy with God and his understanding of Christ, which led him to rejoice in the gift of the Eucharist. He explores how Newman's interior life had its outworking in his pastoral ministry serving others.
This understanding of Newman's spirituality and legacy, suggests the author, might offer us an apologia for our own times, one in which we realise the connection between the sacred and the secular, one in which our faith can sustain us through the inevitable troubles of life, and in which we can cultivate a perceptiveness peculiar to faith, a perceptiveness that helps us recognise the gifts of the Spirit we have received as people who 'watch for Christ'.
This book, therefore, is an attempt to peel back the layers of Newman's spirituality to explore respectfully the heart of his holiness.
This richly illustrated picture book about death and grief is an informative book that aims to help young children navigate the complexities of loss.
It explores death across cultures, grief and coping strategies and is useful guide to share either with a child who has experienced loss, or with a child who simply has questions about death.
Children 8-12
Hand to Hand
Author/Artist:
LIZ ANELLI
ISBN-10:
1761600001
ISBN-13:
9781761600005
Publisher:
Walker Books Australia
Binding:
HARDBACK
Price:
AU$25.99
Description:
In a brilliant valley under the southern sun, kangaroos graze, kookaburras chuckle, platypuses play and wombats waddle ... When a bushfire suddenly encroaches, a young koala, his mother and his friends must seek safety. A moving story of animals and humans working together to find refuge, safety ... and a new home.
A powerful and positive message of animal rescue, inspired by the 2020 bushfires. For kids aged 4-9.
Where the Heart Is
Author/Artist:
SHIRLEY MARR
ISBN-10:
1760659789
ISBN-13:
9781760659783
Publisher:
Walker Books Australia
Binding:
HARDBACK
Price:
AU$27.99
Description:
A mouse who has only ever lived in his little house in a field contemplates the great migrations that other creatures make, geese flying home for the summer, arctic terns from one pole to the other, humans searching for sun in the winter.
With a fear of missing out, mouse feels like he must embark on a journey of his own, only to find that his purpose and importance is right where he is.
Leadership after the Synod invites readers to consider what it will take for the Church to embrace synodality not simply as an idea, but as a lived reality. Drawing on decades of experience in Catholic education, leadership and organisational development, Anne Benjamin and Charles Burford examine the opportunities and challenges facing a Church called to listen, discern and journey together. Theological reflection with insights from the human and social sciences, explore the leadership, formation and cultural change needed to foster communities that are mission-focused, inclusive and responsive to today's world.
Practical, thoughtful and grounded in hope, this timely volume moves beyond theory to offer a compelling vision for leaders, lay and ordained, who seek to build a more collaborative and Gospel-centred Church. An inspiring resource for parish leaders, educators, clergy and anyone committed to the Church's ongoing synodal journey.
The Election of Pope Leo XIV: The Last Surprise of Pope Francis
Author/Artist:
GERARD O'CONNELL, ELISABETTA PIQUE
ISBN-10:
1626986649
ISBN-13:
9781626986640
Publisher:
Orbis
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$38.95
Description:
'O'Connell and Piqu recount how Francis' vision of a Church that goes to the peripheries found its unexpected fulfillment in the election of Leo XIV, a pope with roots in both Chicago and Chiclayo. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the missionary Church of today. Kim Daniels, director, Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life, Georgetown University
From the death and funeral of Pope Francis, to the behind-the-scenes manoeuvres as cardinals arrive in Rome, to the surprising election of Pope Leo XIV: Here is the story behind the headlines, as told by two of the Vatican's most trusted correspondents.
Magnifica Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence
Author/Artist:
POPE LEO XIV
ISBN-10:
1923033271
ISBN-13:
9781923033276
Publisher:
St Pauls Publications
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$14.95
Description:
The Vatican released Magnifica Humanitas, Latin for "Magnificent Humanity", on 25 May 2026, making it the first papal encyclical devoted primarily to artificial intelligence. Pope Leo XIV, signed the 42,300-word document at St Peter's Basilica on 15 May 2026, exactly 135 years after his namesake Pope Leo XIII published Rerum Novarum, the foundational 1891 encyclical on labour rights during the Industrial Revolution.
On 25 May at the Vatican, theologian Anna Rowlands presented key themes from Pope Leo XIV?s encyclical Magnifica humanitas, focused on protecting human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence. Rowlands described the document as an urgent moral intervention, arguing that society can no longer delay confronting the social, political, and economic consequences of AI. She stressed that decisions about technology must not be left solely to corporations or profit-driven systems, but should include the voices of workers, migrants, families, and communities most affected by digital change.
Rowlands warned against "posthuman" visions that treat people as replaceable parts within algorithmic systems, emphasizing instead the value of human limitation, solidarity, and participation. She said the encyclical challenges the world to recover a shared moral imagination rooted in justice, love, and the common good. Ultimately, she presented Magnifica humanitas as both a critique of technological domination and an invitation to build a more humane and compassionate society together.
Self-Esteem: A Proven Program of Cognitive Techniques for Assessing, Improving, and Maintaining Your Self-Esteem
Author/Artist:
MATTHEW MCKAY
ISBN-10:
1626253935
ISBN-13:
9781626253933
Publisher:
Unknown
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$49.99
Description:
Circumstances and status can affect self-esteem, but our thoughts play a central role in how we see ourselves. While life is easier when things go well, it is often our interpretation of events that shapes our sense of self.
This revised fourth edition of Self-Esteem uses proven methods from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you build healthier self-esteem. You will learn to recognise unhelpful self-beliefs, examine negative self-talk, and develop more balanced ways of thinking. The book also introduces techniques for stepping back from self-critical thoughts and acting in line with your values.
Whether you have struggled with low self-esteem for years or are facing a setback, this edition offers evidence-based strategies to help you change how you think about yourself and build lasting self-worth.
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