In Old Catholic and Independent Catholic circles, where diversity of expression is often celebrated, the question of clerical attire—both liturgical and daily—deserves renewed attention. Beauty and even richness in clerical attire or liturgical vestments are not inherently vain. But when beauty becomes a mask for ego, the witness of the priest is compromised. This reflection seeks to reclaim the theological and pastoral heart of clerical dress: that it may veil the self and reveal the Saviour.

In the ever-evolving landscape of Christianity, few movements are as quietly resilient and theologically rich as Independent Catholicism. Often misunderstood or overlooked, this diverse constellation of communities offers a compelling witness to sacramental life, apostolic succession, and pastoral inclusivity—outside the jurisdiction of Rome. Among its many expressions, the Old Catholic tradition stands out for its historical depth, theological integrity, and enduring commitment to the faith of the early Church.

The One Catholic Church, entrusted with the deposit of faith and the care of souls, finds herself increasingly called to navigate complex interreligious grounds. Among these, the relationship between Christianity and Islam demands particular attention—not solely for its theological implications, but for the pastoral and cultural challenges it presents to Christian communities across the World.

today we stand in the company of one who thundered across Galilee with a heart aflame and finished his journey as the first among the Apostles to lay down his life in martyrdom: St James the Greater, son of Zebedee, brother of John, and beloved companion of Christ.

With the Feast of the Transfiguration quickly approaching on the 6th of August 2025, the Church draws us upward to the mountaintop, where the glory of the Lord breaks through veil and shadow. It is a feast of light, not the gentle shimmer of dawn but the blazing brilliance of unveiled divinity.

Theology, in its broadest sense, is the study of God, creation, and the divine-human relationship. Yet within this vast domain, distinct branches emerge—each offering a particular lens through which the mystery of faith is explored and articulated. These theological disciplines have developed over centuries through dialogue, reflection, scripture, and lived experience. What follows is a guided introduction to nine key branches, each bearing its own insights, questions, and contributions to the Church’s understanding of divine truth.

Christianity promises the radical love of Christ to every human being. Yet many churches perpetuate condemnation toward lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) individuals—turning a blind eye to what both science and a Christ-centred theology reveal: that sexual orientation is not a moral fault, cultural rebellion, or choice. It is a biologically shaped aspect of human identity, deeply interwoven with how a person is formed in the womb and matures across life.

In the half-century since Pope Paul VI issued Sacerdotalis Caelibatus, its portrait of priestly celibacy as a “brilliant jewel” has defined the Latin Church’s discipline without ever quite grappling with the complexities beneath the surface. Written as the Second Vatican Council’s fresh winds still blew through ecclesial corridors, the encyclical cast celibacy in exalted, almost mystical terms: a definitive sign of a priest’s total self-gift, a foretaste of heavenly communion and a service rendered unencumbered by earthly ties.