Articles by Fiona Duque

Halloween and what we can do as Christians. IMAGE Your Diocese

Halloween and what we can do as Christians.

October 30, 2024

Halloween, once a predominantly American celebration, has now firmly taken root in Australian society. But what exactly is Halloween? Observed on October 31st, it marks the eve (or “een”) of All Saints Day on November 1st. The term “Hallow” means holy, as in “hallowed be thy name.” Historically, Halloween originated as a pre-Christian Celtic festival marking the end of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Pagans believed that the increased darkness allowed spirits to be more mischievous, leading people to leave out treats to appease them.

10 Questions about Bishops IMAGE Your Diocese

10 Questions about Bishops

October 08, 2024

In our next installment of 10 Questions, Worship and Prayer Officer Fiona Duque answer some questions about Bishops. 

What soil do you bring to the liturgy? IMAGE Liturgy Matters

What soil do you bring to the liturgy?

July 16, 2024

Jesus referred to faith as a seed. A mustard seed. All plants begin as seeds. However, to germinate and grow and develop and be productive, the seed needs to be placed in good soil. In the synoptic Gospels (Matthew 13:3-9, Mark 4:2-9 and Luke 8:4-8) we read Jesus’ Parable of the Sower. I am utilising poetic licence with using this parable where the seed is representing faith and not directly the Kingdom of God, but bear with me. It will all makes sense.

10 Questions about Ordinary Time IMAGE Your Diocese

10 Questions about Ordinary Time

June 24, 2024

Worship and Prayer Officer Fiona Duque answers some questions about Ordinary Time below! 

10 Questions about Pentecost IMAGE Your Diocese

10 Questions about Pentecost

May 14, 2024

Officer Worship and Prayer Fiona Duque answers some questions about Pentecost below.

LITURGY MATTERS: Never Underestimate the Importance of Silence IMAGE Liturgy Matters

LITURGY MATTERS: Never Underestimate the Importance of Silence

May 07, 2024

Throughout the liturgy there are many moments that call on us to be silent. Along with the many other signs in a liturgical celebration, silence is often one of the most overlooked and unobserved. Why is it so important? What is the silence calling us to?