ARCHBISHOP John Bathersby’s announcement this week which encourages greater co-operation between deaneries and parishes in Brisbane archdiocese is an important step in bringing together the people of God in this part of Australia.
In many cases it will mean some degree of change in the way Catholics think about their participation in the Church as being purely through their parish.
But ultimately it will create a more vibrant and active Church as a whole.
Working together is essential if the Church in south-east Queensland is to meet the challenges that lie ahead.
The body of Christ has many parts and many functions. When they work in harmony, great deeds can be achieved.
