The Old Testament
The Old Testament, also known as the Hebrew Bible, tells an incomplete story about God and Israel and their continual failings to be the people God calls them to be, but it also gives us hope of a coming Messiah.
New Testament The New Testament is the section of the Bible considered by Christians to be their sacred writing. The New Testament includes the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, as well as letters by various apostles, including Paul. Calling this section of the Bible new acknowledges its more recent writing, not that it supersedes the previous section, usually called the Old Testament.
Miracle stories
Over 37 specific miracles of Jesus are recorded in the Gospels and speak of Jesus’ power to heal, restore, cast out demons, and command the forces of nature. Miracle stories are used to make specific theological points.
Parables
Jesus’ parables are short stories, fictitious, though true to life, used to set out his teachings for Christian believers, the parables Jesus used revealed God to them in new and decisive ways.
Liturgy of the Word
A reminder that Children’s Liturgy is held most Sundays at St Joseph’s Cathedral 9.30 am during the school term. It is wonderful to see our students attend. All students (particularly those preparing for sacraments) are encouraged to attend. Thank you to our dedicated teachers who assist with this important ministry.