Engaging Your Faith

Engaging Your Faith (EYF) is a series of short, online presentations that invite participants to reflect on what it means to be people of faith in the contemporary world. Experienced academics from Catholic Theological College present on a variety of topics such as: science and faith issues including AI, Vatican II, Blessed Virgin Mary, Scriptures, religion and ethics, and Jubilee of Hope.

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Accreditation

In Victoria, these sessions are accredited by MACS for professional learning hours contributing to Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School and for those maintaining accreditation.
In Queensland, these sessions are eligible for accreditation hours to Teach Religion or Teach in Catholic Schools. For further details about the allocation of credit hours, staff should check with their accreditation team in their education office.
In other dioceses, staff should check with their education office.

Cost

$25 per session: General audience
$40 per session: Teachers applying for Catholic school accreditation

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All sessions are booked directly through Try Booking.

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11 sessions running in May 2025

Monday 12 May
7pm – 8.30pm

Can a Scientist Believe in God?

Many people say (or fear?) that God and science don’t mix. In faith-based schools, 60% of secondary students say Christianity and science conflict. This session is an introduction to the “conflict myth” and will offer some clues about how to understand the science–faith relationship as a harmonious one.
Note: this is a repeat of the session offered previously.

Rev. Dr Chris Mulherin

Bookings close: Friday 9 May

Tuesday 13 May
7pm – 8.30pm

60 Years Since Vatican II – Pope Francis, Synodality, and the Jubilee Year of Hope

This session will explore some of the key insights of Vatican II that concluded sixty years ago in 1965. The Council renewed the Church in order to focus on liturgical reform, the role of the laity in the mission of the Church and the important work of ecumenism and social justice. In promoting a more synodal Church, Pope Francis has continued to unfold the rich legacy and grace of Vatican II.

Rev. Dr Max Vodola

Bookings close: Friday 9 May

Wednesday 14 May
7.30pm – 9pm

Mary, Mother of God and Mother of the Church

Vatican II expanded our vision for understanding the Blessed Virgin Mary. This session will open up this understanding of Mary, a shining star in the communion of the Church.

Rev. Dr Simon Wayte MGL

Bookings close: Monday 12 May

Thursday 15 May
7pm – 8pm

The Torah and Its Afterlives

The first five books of the Bible are known as the Torah in Jewish tradition and the Pentateuch in Christian tradition. This talk explores the Torah’s influence on Western culture and provides practical ways to delve deeper into the opening section of the Jewish and Christian Bibles.

Rev. Dr Kris Sonek OP

Bookings close: Tuesday 13 May

Monday 19 May
7pm – 8.30pm

An Introduction to AI and Transhumanism … for Christians

“Young people today can expect to live forever, but AI will run the world.” At least that is the view of some techno-enthusiasts. This session will consider artificial intelligence and transhumanism, and it will reflect on how Christians might think about future developments.
Note: this is a repeat of the session offered previously.

Rev. Dr Chris Mulherin

Bookings close: Friday 16 May

Tuesday 20 May
7.30pm – 8.30pm

Integrity in Our Common Mission (National Code of Conduct for Safeguarding): Context, Theology, and Promotion

This session introduces the recently promulgated National Code of Conduct for those Working in Catholic Agencies titled “Integrity in Our Common Mission.” It frames the discussion around the context, theology, and leadership/promotion of safeguarding as an integral aspect of the Church’s mission today.

Rev. Dr Jake Mudge

Bookings close: Friday 16 May

Wednesday 21 May
7pm – 8.30pm

Religion and Ethics: Exploring Some Connections

Exploring some connections between religious belief and ethics, this session considers the implications for both personal and societal ethical decision making in the Australian context. While the focus of the session offers challenges to all who are endeavouring to live as disciples of Christ in our world today, the central theme relates directly to the VCE Unit: Religion and Society.
Note: this is substantially a repeat of a session offered previously.

Dr Frances Baker RSM

Bookings close: Monday 19 May

Thursday 22 May
7pm – 8.30pm

Pope Francis: Church Reformer and Prophetic Voice for the Human Community

This session will explore Pope Francis’ impact as a Church reformer and prophetic voice for the world. His focus on mercy and returning the Church to its mission in the spirit of Jesus has inspired many, while also sparking debate. His teachings challenge us to view the world as one human family, emphasising care for the earth and dignity for all. At a time of rising intolerance, his call for justice and solidarity is more urgent than ever.

Rev. Dr Bernard Teo CSsR

Bookings close: Tuesday 20 May

Monday 26 May
7pm – 8.30pm

Prayer in Luke’s Gospel in This Jubilee Year

The Gospel of Luke has been called the Gospel of Prayer due to the number of mentions of prayer and praying. Significantly within the journey of prayer through the Gospel the disciples ask Jesus to teach them how to pray (Luke 11:1). Taking this journey with Luke especially in this year of Jubilee will invite us into prayer, give us insight into Jesus’ prayer, encourage our encounter with God’s word and enlighten our hope in the pilgrimage of our lives.

Dr Rosemary Canavan

Bookings close: Friday 23 May

Tuesday 27 May
7pm – 8.30pm

The Originality and Purpose of the Burial, Empty Tomb, and Appearance Narratives in John (19:38–20:29)

John’s re-telling of the Christian tradition associated with the burial, empty tomb, and appearance narratives of Jesus is quite distinct from the Synoptics. In this talk, John’s distinctiveness in 19:38–20:29 will be explored, providing a possible theological purpose to its re-telling in light of Paul’s exhortation in 1 Cor 15:12-24 that without the resurrection our faith would be in vain.

Br Dr Paul Creevey FMS