First term's almost over and Easter will soon be upon us. Don't forget the resources on the Stations of the Cross and Easter in the Worship module could be a help in preparing for the great Three Days. World Youth Day also is approaching fast. Organisers are  keen for offers of hospitality for visitors. Check details on this site:

This reflection on Christ as our light, together with the brief downloadable prayer accompanying it, would be useful to use with students or staff round Easter. 

In a typically stimulating and approachable way Fr Ron Rolheiser looks again at The Nature of Faith and belief in God and why faith seems so difficult for us.

The Apology to Australia's first settlers, its aboriginal people has been one of the most significant  moments in our history. This government portal site contains many useful links including the text of PM Rudd's Apology.

Have you seen the new addition to our Beliefs module: I believe in the Holy Spirit... which explores the third part of the Apostles' Creed.

The devastating effects of deforestation in Indonesia has made one of its provinces the third largest producer of greenhouse gases. Deforestation in Australia has not reached that level but there is still conflict between the aims of conservationists and the livelihoods of forest workers. 

The United States expects to have 140,000 troops in Iraq in July after withdrawing five combat brigades, leaving a force larger than before it began pouring in troops last year.