A living ministry — more than a publication
In 1970, Rev. Dr. Russell Hardiman founded Pastoral Liturgy with a simple but profound conviction: that every parish, school, and community deserves access to rich, faithful liturgical formation — regardless of size or resources. More than five decades later, that conviction remains as compelling as ever.
Rooted in the Catholic tradition and published by The University of Notre Dame Australia, Pastoral Liturgy has grown into one of the University's most widely accessed public resources, reaching readers across the globe. It brings together theological scholarship from leading academics, practical tools for parish leaders and educators, and reflective guidance for musicians, ministers, and everyday disciples — all who share in the Church's sacred mission.
Every issue is freely available — because we believe liturgical formation should never be gated by geography or financial means. But this openness is only possible through the generosity of people like you. Every gift given — whatever its size — directly sustains this ministry and ensures that Pastoral Liturgy continues to serve worshipping communities for generations to come.
You are warmly invited to join us by donating a gift to honour Rev. Dr. Russell Hardiman's legacy and carry his vision forward.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to keep liturgical formation open to all.
Current Issue: Volume 56, Issue 2 (2026)
Full Journal
Editorial
From the Editor
Angela M. McCarthy
Articles
Appreciating deacons in the liturgy: Is having a deacon anything more than a decoration?
Thomas O'Loughlin
Is a Tridentine paradigm, and our dependence on a hierarchical logic of priesthood, driving our responses to scarcity
Joseph Grayland
Book Review
Modern Australian Liturgies
Angela M. McCarthy
Liturgical Resources
Seasonal Psalms
Chris deSilva
Ash Wednesday - 18 February 2026
Rose McAllister
First Sunday of Lent - 22 February 2026
Rose McAllister
Second Sunday of Lent - 1 March 2026
Andy Nguyen SJ
Third Sunday of Lent - 8 March 2026
Pina Ford
Fourth Sunday of Lent - 15 March 2026
Andy Nguyen SJ
Fifth Sunday of Lent - 22 March 2026
Andy Nguyen SJ
Mass of the Lord's Supper - 2 April 2026
Andrew Doohan
Good Friday - 3 April 2026
Joe Tedesco
The Easter Vigil - 4 April 2026
Gerard Moore
Easter Sunday - 5 April 2026
Gerard Moore
Third Sunday of Easter - 19 April 2026
Gerard Moore
Anzac Day - 25 April 2026
Rose McAllister
Fourth Sunday of Easter - 26 April 2026
Andrew Doohan
Fifth Sunday of Easter - 3 May 2026
Andrew Doohan
Sixth Sunday of Easter - 10 May 2026
Errol Lobo
Ascension of the Lord - 17 May 2026
Errol Lobo
Pentecost: Mass during the day - 24 May 2026
Ann-Maree O'Beirne
The Most Holy Trinity - 31 May 2026
Ann-Maree O'Beirne
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) - 7 June 2026
Ann-Maree O'Beirne