Understanding Spiritual Direction

Jun 23, 2023 | Brian's Reflections, News

Heart of Life calls itself a Centre for Spiritual and Pastoral Formation. Pastoral formation is about preparing people for their pastoral ministry. But what is spiritual formation?  Something to do with preparing people inwardly, preparing one’s heart and soul, one’s...

A Day With Pádraig Ó Tuama

May 19, 2023 | News

Last week Heart of Life joined with Kardia, Living Well and Wellspring to host a masterclass for Spiritual Directors with Pádraig Ó Tuama. Though wet and cold, and more of a wintry blast than a Melbourne autumn, it was a most extraordinary day. Gently held and weaved...

Religion & Spirituality

Mar 10, 2023 | Brian's Reflections, News

Editor’s Note: Continuing with our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we present Brian’s Reflections, a series of observations from Heart of Life founder, Fr Brian Gallagher msc. The 2021 census revealed that 39% of Australians say that they have no religion. ...