T he only good news that we ought to know and remember is that Jesus Christ had already won the war against sin and death. He has made it possible for us to join Him in the afterlife. All we need now to do is accept Him as He is. God is alive today and it may be sometimes be difficult to see this. The world and its demonic nature has still made it look like that only worldly things matter and that the ultimate goal of each one is to achieve their own personal happiness. This is the biggest lie of all, that we should do all to make us happy. Individual happiness at the expense of someone else is the biggest deception of all. The truth is, our lives are never really about us. It is ultimately about God and about others. It is about how you can provide and give joy even at our own expense. This is the model of ultimate and genuine love that Jesus shown us at the cross. "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." - John 15:13 "But
Australia is a beautiful country with a rich Catholic history. There are many places to visit that are of interest to Catholics, from historic churches and monasteries to beautiful natural landscapes. Here are a few of the top places to go in Australia if you are a Catholic:
- New Norcia, Western Australia
New Norcia is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1846. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a number of beautiful churches, monasteries, and gardens.
- Mary MacKillop Centre, Penola, South Australia
The Mary MacKillop Centre is a shrine dedicated to Australia's first saint, Mary MacKillop. She was a nun who founded the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1866. The centre is located in Penola, South Australia, where Mary MacKillop was born.
- Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy, Penrose Park, Victoria
The Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy is a Marian shrine located in Penrose Park, Victoria. It was dedicated in 1954 and is a popular pilgrimage site for Catholics from all over Australia.
- St. Mary's Cathedral, Sydney, New South Wales
St. Mary's Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of Sydney. It is a beautiful Gothic-style cathedral that was built in the 19th century.
- St. Patrick's Cathedral, Melbourne, Victoria
St. Patrick's Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of Melbourne. It is a beautiful neo-gothic cathedral that was built in the 19th century.
These are just a few of the many places to visit in Australia that are of interest to Catholics. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or spirituality, you are sure to find something to enjoy in this beautiful country.
In addition to these places, there are also many other Catholic churches and shrines throughout Australia. If you are planning a trip to Australia, be sure to do some research and find the places that are most meaningful to you.