All Souls Day 2024
It's All Souls Day for 2024 in Australia. It's also the end of a very busy time working on a number of projects. Now, it is time to reflect and to take stock. This is the beginning of a special season when we take note of the fact that life …
PrayermatesIt is said that twenty-two veterans commit suicide each day in the United States of America. Many more think about it. To return to civilian life once you have done your military service is not often easy. The research is clear. Even for those who did not serve in combat …
more ...The Centre Lost
It was the middle of January 2015 when my doctor gave me an ultimatum. Go to the hospital or be dead by tomorrow. Seeing some hesitation, for I had intended to go to work after the visit, she commanded me to go home and call my wife posthaste. My nurse …
more ...Who Was Gerontius?
There is a central question to be discussed as part of clarifying the context of The Dream of Gerontius. Who was Gerontius? Does the dreamer refer to a historical figure or is it a figment of the poet's imagination? In one sense, Gerontius is Everyman as we shall see. But …
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