About This Journal
Pastoral Liturgy was originally conceived by Dr Russell Hardiman, a priest, academic and previous employee of The University of Notre Dame Australia, who began compiling a resource for liturgy in Australia in 1970. Up until 2020 Pastoral Liturgy was a print journal that was sent from the School of Philosophy and Theology in Fremantle to subscribers nationally and internationally via Australia Post. Over time, it has attracted significant use. Evidence suggests that it is found to be invaluable, not only for its liturgical content, but also for educating those involved in catechesis and Religious Education. Notre Dame seeks to maintain the status of this journal in both the researcher and religious communities. The value of moving the journal online is that it has created efficiencies in the editorial process, journal management and administration, distribution and promotion. It has made the content more easily accessible to readers, free to all previous subscribers, and has attracted a wider readership nationally and internationally. Further, in utilising the University repository publishing platform, the journal is seen to be affiliated with the University’s mission.