Following the success the virtual Advent presentations, we are delighted to announce a series of Lent talks from four Australian biblical scholars at Yarra Theological Union, a College of the University of Divinity. Each week this group of accomplished guides will work together to explore the readings for the week.

To view session recordings, scroll to the end of this blog.

Speaking to us from their own area of expertise will be:

Dr Mark O'Brien OP,  Associate Professor in Old Testament with specialisations in the Pentateuch and Prophetic writings will guide us through the First Readings. . 

Dr Mary Reaburn NDS, who is an expert in the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament, will draw out the richness of the Responsorial Psalms. 

Dr Chris  Monaghan CP, author of the Friendly Guide to Paul, will explore the longings and hopes of the early Christian communities found in the Second Readings.
 

Prof Mary Coloe PBVM,  a world recognised expert on the Gospel of John and author of the Friendly Guide to John, will draw out the significance and meaning of the Gospel readings as they appear each Sunday in Lent.

 

WHEN:

SESSION RECORDINGS

Session 1: Tuesday, February 16

Garratt YTU Lenten Session 1 from chris.monaghan@passionists.com on Vimeo.

 

Session 2: Tuesday, February 23

Garratt YTU Lenten Session 2 from chris.monaghan@passionists.com on Vimeo.

 

IT'S ALL ABOUT HOPE
Garratt Lenten Program for Year B

CHRISTOPHER J MONAGHAN CP