Compass

Good Friday Special

Compass presents a special program for Easter. A time for all of us, believers and non-believers alike to reflect on sac

Rivals for Paradise (Part 1)

It has been a secret war between two rival faiths that has lasted for eighty years. For the Communists, the vision was o

Rivals for Paradise (Part 2)

An intriguing look at the powerful alliance of Church and State - between Roman Catholicism and the American Government

Black Sea : Voyage of Healing

Black Sea : Voyage of Healing mixes environmental issues, nationalist economic issues, mass tourism issues, and Orthodox

The Commitment

Finding approaches to abusive families.

The Time to Die

Filmed over three weeks at St Christopher's Hospice in South East London, it follows the last weeks of Kevin, Hazel and

Papabile

Who will be the next Pope? As the papacy of John Paul II enters its final phase, there is much speculation about who is

The Slaves Of God

The Slaves Of God is a video journey to the all-male "enclosed" Russian and Greek Orthodox Christian monks of this famed

Joanna Lumley In The Kingdom of The Thunder Dragon

George Pell

He is forthright... He has strong convictions... His controversial leadership style has caused friction among his flock.

Three Million Gods

Hinduism is proportionately, the fastest growing religion in Australia today. Whether due to an influx of Hindu migrants

Ancient Voices Part 1 - The Mystery Of The Taj Mahal

Compass heads to India in search of the hidden spiritual message behind one of the world's most elegant wonders.

Ancient Voices Part 2 - Blood And Flowers

The extraordinary violence and beauty of the Aztec Empire. Behind this artistic and ordered society were Gods who demand

Ancient Voices Part 3 - The Lost World Of El Dorado

The search for El Dorado, the legendary golden kingdom of South America. Did cultural misunderstanding foil the quest fo

Ancient Voices Part 4 - Empire Of Death

Compass peels back the centuries to investigate the ancient Nubian Empire of North Africa. At its height it challenged

People Power Part 1 - Civil Society in The Philippines

In this special Compass series we look at a quiet global revolution now underway, a new emphasis on the role, significan

People Power Part 2 - Civil Society and Volunteering

The second in our series on People Power, the quiet but profound revolution underway on how we might meet modern communi

People Power Part 3 - Civil Society, Government and Corporations

The last in our three part series on the emergence of a new era of Civil Society. A time of new prominence and power for

The Martyrs Of Timor

We've all read about East Timor , we've seen the Television Footage, heard the results of inquiries, and maybe in some w

Carnley

The man at the centre of controversy this weekend as he is installed as Australia's newest Church Leader.

For God Or Caesar

Two years ago the government disbanded the CES (Commonwealth Employment Service) and put unemployment services out to te

A Buddhist Retreat

Buddhism is enjoying increasing popularity in Australia. Compass goes on retreat with one of the foremost teachers of Ti

Stolen Children

Compass examines the role of Churches and Missions in separating Aboriginal children from their families.

St. Paul's Part One: The New Man

Part one looks at the conflicts and clerical politics triggered by the simultaneous arrival at St. Paul's of its new Dea

St. Paul's Part Two: We Need Money

We Need Money surveys the difficulties encountered by the new Dean to balance the Cathedral's finances and downsize its

St. Paul's Part Three: Me Or The Music

In the final of our series on St. Paul's Cathedral, we examine its major human resource, the childrens choir...and the t

Trial Of The Cross

Heroin injecting rooms... Are they the answer to Australia's worsening drug problem or a perpetuation of it? With trials

The Dead Sea Scrolls Part 1 - The End of Days

On the 14th of July an exhibition of the Dead Sea Scrolls will open at the Art Gallery of NSW. For the first time Austra

The Dead Sea Scrolls Part 2 - A Common Heritage

A Common Heritage explores what the scrolls reveal about early Judaism and the origins of Christianity.

Amnesty

A study of modern service and altruism, an account of Amnesty International.

Opus Dei

Opus Dei enjoys favoured status within the Roman Catholic Church...but its secretive recruiting methods and strict contr

Being Jewish But Gay

The appearance of the first all Jewish float in this year's Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gra Parade polarised opinion in

Pilgrimage To The Heart

On Compass we join the national leaders and youth representatives of Australian Christian Churches on a journey of recon

The Price Of Self Esteem

Thousands of Australians are spending big dollars on personal development courses in the pursuit of success and self-est

A Living Hell (Part 1)

This two-part British series outlines the nature of depression, its human impact on families and individuals, its damagi

A Living Hell (Part 2)

In Part Two of our revealing series on modern depression: Is it a physical illness? Is it genetic?

Paws For Thought

Is non-human life important and if so, why?

Reefer Madness 2

Marijuana, an ancient herbal remedy can help sufferers of epilepsy, arthritis and glaucoma but it is still on the illega

For God's Sake (Part 1)

A new four part series which will take us on a journey of religious discovery around the globe.

For God's Sake (Part 2)

In Part Two of this four-part series Frederic Raphael travels to Thailand and Malaysia where Buddhism and Islam have bot

For God's Sake (Part 3)

In this episode Frederic Raphael travels to Spain and Mexico to see this devotional intensity first-hand.

For God's Sake (Part 4)

In Part Four our series closes with Frederic Raphael going back home... journeying deep into the United States to explor

Contact

Contact surveys the contemporary phenomenon of reports of alien abduction, UFO visitations and similar paranormal experi

The Greening Of God

In this edition of Compass, the role of the mainstream churches in the global environment crisis... and whether theology

Passing On Beliefs

In this edition of Compass, the growth of church schools and the nature of religious education.

Trauma & The Spirit

When disaster strikes, many turn to religion for solace, and for answers. But catastrophe can also cause drastic change

Seeing Salvation (Part 1)

Christianity has produced some of the greatest works of art of all time, in which believers and non-believers alike can

Seeing Salvation (Part 2)

As Christmas approaches we are bombarded with images of the baby Jesus in the manger, one of the quintessential expressi

Seeing Salvation (Part 3)

At the core of the Christian faith is an image at once powerful and harrowing the figure Jesus on the Cross.

Seeing Salvation (Part 4)

On Christmas Eve, as the Christian world prepares to celebrate the 2000th birthday of Jesus of Nazareth, this edition of

Christmas Special

Geraldine Doogue's panel of notable Australians discuss themes of the 2000th Birthday of Jesus, the end of the Jubilee Y

A Chinese New Year

As Australia welcomes in the Chinese New Year, Compass explores what it all means. As well as marking the beginning of t

Kingdom Airwaves

Evelyn Lowah, a respected Torres Strait Islander and born-again Christian, is a popular radio presenter in Cairns in far

The Almighty Dollar

As the world grapples with the Global Financial Crisis, Compass asks: Should our lives be ruled by the almighty dollar?

For the Bible Tells Me So

A powerful film that explores how five American Christian families have handled having a gay child. Among them are the p

Christianity: A History - Jesus the Jew

Is Judaism Christianity's guilty secret? Leading British writer Howard Jacobson, himself a Jew, examines the origins and

Christianity: A History - Rome

British journalist, former Conservative Party politician and lapsed Catholic Michael Portillo investigates the legacy of

Christianity: A History - Dark Ages

British theologian Dr Robert Beckford explores how warring pagan tribes in Britain became one nation under a single reli

Christianity: A History - Crusades

Acclaimed war correspondent Rageh Omaar examines the effect the 900 year old Crusades have had on the world today. In th

Camino Salvado

There’s a modern day revival in the age-old habit of pilgrimage, and parishioners from St Joseph’s Church in Subiaco

Private Life of an Easter Masterpiece: The Taking of Christ

The extraordinary story of one of world’s great, lost masterpieces: Caravaggio’s "The Taking of Christ". This film t

Commando Chaplains

The last place you might expect to find a chaplain is dodging bullets in Afghanistan. This film follows two British Roya

The Return of the Exorcists

Examines the covert Catholic ritual of exorcism in Italy where half a million people are turning to exorcists for help e

Remembering Timor

This Anzac special follows Sister Susan Connelly’s campaign to have East Timor’s unique wartime contribution recogni

Alone in a Crowded Room

What if you were highly intelligent, but remained trapped within a disorder that made others see you as inarticulate, od

The Trials of Galileo

Nearly 400 years after being tried by the Roman Catholic Inquisition, Galileo again faces charges of heresy. Leading sci

Wrong Side of the Bus

Melbourne psychiatrist Sidney Bloch returns to South Africa, the country of his birth, with his teenage son. Sid has bee

Challenge, Change, Faith: Catholic Australia and the Second Vatican Council

This program explores the Catholic Church in Australia during one of the most dynamic periods in its recent history, the

The Mission: Part 1 - Beginnings

Three Nigerian Catholic priests are sent to save Tasmania’s struggling church. But will the dwindling congregations an

The Mission: Part 2 - Reaching Out

Three Nigerian Catholic priests are sent to save Tasmania’s struggling church. But will the dwindling congregations an

The Mission: Part 3 - Worlds Apart

Three Nigerian Catholic priests are sent to save Tasmania’s struggling church. But will the dwindling congregations an

The Mission: Part 4 - Out There

Three Nigerian Catholic priests are sent to save Tasmania’s struggling church. But will the dwindling congregations an

Michael Kirby

Filmed before, during and after his final days on the High Court of Australia this documentary explores the personal, mo

The Team That Never Played

In the final week of the World Cup, Compass presents the story of the team that never played. In the 1970s South African

Christianity: A History - Reformation

A provocative series examining the history and impact of Christianity through the personal views of leading British figu

Christianity: A History - Dark Continents

This programme reveals how Christianity became the world's largest religion despite, rather than because of, Western mis

Christianity: A History - God and the Scientists

For more than 1500 years Christians saw the Bible as the primary source of knowledge, but in the 17th Century a scientif

Christianity: A History - The Future of Christianity

Leading British lawyer and committed Catholic Cherie Blair investigates Christianity over the last 100 years and explore

The Nuns' Story

This is the story of three women who were once nuns. Although they took their vows for life, they found they couldn’t

Faith in Politics

Ahead of Saturday’s federal election Geraldine Doogue talks to four high profile politicians at the forefront of their

Sex, Faith and Marriage

Compass investigates the rules about sex within three different faiths. For Muslims sex within marriage is seen as an ac

Sex, Kids and The Classroom

Everyone thinks they know more about sex than the previous generation. But is this true?

Sex, Lies & Cyberspace

Sex sells, and it’s everywhere like never before. Think of the detailed coverage of Tiger Woods’ misadventures, or e

Schools of Thought

Should ethics be offered to school students as an alternative to Religious Instruction or Scripture Classes? When public

Work, Later On

As we reach retirement age, more and more of us want to ensure this period of our lives is fulfilling and rewarding. Goo

Family, Later On

Some cultures believe it is your duty to look after your elderly family members. But in Australia today expectations are

Home, Later On

Home and community are vitally important, and often become more so as we get older. In northern Europe, housing models f

Mary, Miracles and Saints

Next Sunday Australia’s first saint Mary MacKillop (1842 – 1909) will be canonised by Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatic

Mary: Canonisation Special From The Vatican

Geraldine Doogue presents a Compass special on the canonisation of Mary MacKillop from the Vatican in Rome. This program

Challenging the Chaplains

Compass investigates support and opposition to the growing number of chaplains in our state schools. Since the Federal G

In The End

An Australian intensive care doctor explores moral and ethical questions about ongoing life-support for our elderly. Ove

Yulki: Arnhem Land Priest

From our remote north, the remarkable story of the first traditional aboriginal woman to become a priest. In 2009 Yulki

The New Noffs

The story of Ted Noffs, a maverick Methodist minister, whose groundbreaking work with the young and destitute in 1960s A

Sold - Fighting the New Global Slave Trade

In our globalised world the trading of children for sex or forced labour is a burgeoning industry. It is estimated as ma

Sounds Like Christmas

Three unique choirs all with one aim: to bring Christmas to those who aren’t really looking for it. Music plays a big

Carols from St Mary’s

This Christmas feast of readings, carols and anthems is performed by the St Mary's Cathedral Choir and orchestra. It was

A Farewell To Benedict

The life and legacy of outgoing Pope Benedict XVI who surprised the world by resigning after less than eight years at th

The New Pope: What Australians Want

As the world waits for Benedict XVI's successor Australian Catholics are considering what they'd like from their new Pop

Patrick: The Renegade Saint

St Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland, is also one of the world's most popular saints, but does his life live up to his le

Beating Cyberbullying

A bold new approach is harnessing the power of the bystander to put an end to cyberbullying.

Horse Power

Horses and humans traumatised by the Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria are finding comfort in each other, thanks to a

White Smoke a New Pope

From the Vatican in Rome, Geraldine Doogue tells the story of Pope Francis's election, and looks ahead to the challenges

Rags and Riches

Survival and success, the stories of Jewish families who lost everything in WW2 and rebuilt their lives from scratch her

My Kidney and Me

Is donating one of your kidneys an inspirational act of kindness or a naïve and irrational gesture?

The Bells of St Leonard's

Compass tells the story of six bells rescued from Wales about to be installed in a Sydney church in time for its centena

Best Buddies

The story of two unlikely friendships that might never have formed if not for a groundbreaking scheme... Called “Best

Holy Switch (Part 1)

What will happen when Kim, a committed Anglican youth leader from Launceston switches lives with Aakash, a devout Hindu

Holy Switch (Part 2)

Freeman, a young Buddhist monk switches lives with Anthony, a devoted Maronite Catholic. Over the two-week switch, Freem

Holy Switch (Part 3)

Mobinah, a committed Muslim woman from Bonnyrigg in Sydney switches lives with Jordane, a Jewish woman, recently returne

Stumbling in Hillary's Footsteps

On his 60th birthday Australian clown and mime Jean-Paul Bell leads a travelling circus troupe to Nepal to perform for s

Britain's Wicca Man

The extraordinary story of one of Britain's fastest-growing religious groups, and its eccentric creator.

Islam Outback

Compass sets off deep into the Australian desert to join a camel trek for Muslims.

Hey Big Spender

When it comes to offering a helping hand to those in need Australians are among the most generous in the world, but why

Fashion and Faith: Muslim Style

A new breed of fashion designers is turning heads on the Australian catwalk catering to Muslim women eager for cutting e

Archie Roach

Geraldine Doogue talks to Australian singer-songwriter Archie Roach about his journey of survival and transformation.

Whatever Happened To... The Hare Krishnas

The Hare Krishna movement arrived in the West in the 1960s, at the height of the youth revolution. Temples and farming c

Whatever Happened To... The Charismatics

Charismatics believe through God they can heal the sick, receive signs and speak directly to God in a special language..

Whatever Happened To... The Kibbutzim

The first Kibbutz was founded in Israel just over 100 years ago. A radical socialist experiment, it combined communal li

Whatever Happened To... The Girl Guides

The Girl Guides began in Britain 100 years ago when a band of girls gate-crashed a Boy Scouts Rally in London demanding

Whatever Happened To... The Orange People

In the ‘70s and ‘80s followers of “sex-guru” Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh stood out in Australia with their bright ora

Whatever Happened To... The Freemasons

Freemasons arrived in Australia with the First Fleet and up until quite recently were shrouded in secrecy and tightly ma

Resilience

Chance and Ann were both struck down in their 30’s by freak accidents. Ann was horribly burnt in the Ash Wednesday bus

Who Foster Cares

As demand for Foster Carers in Australia increases, Compass meets several foster families to learn about the challenges

Why I'm Still... Muslim

Assad Karem, Maha Sukkar, Mohammed El-Ieissy, Noha Sayed and Susan Carland talk about what being a Muslim means to them,

Why I'm Still... Jewish

Why I'm Still... Catholic

So, what’s in it for those who remain true to their faith? In Episode 3, Kristina Keneally, Christopher Geraghty, Thom

Saved For Good

When disaster strikes, what determines who lives and who dies? Does luck, chance, Karma or God decide our fate?

Mary & Mohammad

The story of an unlikely friendship between a young Afghan asylum seeker and a 71 year old Australian pensioner.

Colm Toibin - Mary, Catholics & Ireland

Geraldine Doogue meets Irish writer Colm Toibin accused of blasphemy for his latest work, a reimagining of Mary, mother

Life, Hope, Dreams

The inspiring stories of two remarkable women who’ve overcome huge odds to realise their own dreams in later life...

Helping Hands

As Australia continues to grapple with boat arrivals, Compass looks at who is helping asylum seekers already here and wh

Raw Faith: Part 1

The private life of a successful church minister beloved by her congregation, but behind the scenes lonely and yearning

Raw Faith: Part 2

In part two of this compelling portrait of a church minister, Marilyn Sewell tells her congregation of her decision to l

Ifrah

Ifrah Ahmed is the founder and organiser of the “Miss Ethnic Ireland” contest, a pageant she created to raise awaren

Lifers: Part 1

The extraordinary stories of three missionaries who have devoted their lives to working with people in some of the most

Lifers: Part 2

Father John Glynn in Papua New Guinea, Sister Pat Murray in South Sudan and Father Pat Brennan in the Amazonian rainfore

Code of Silence

Follows the twin journeys of a fervently Orthodox Jewish father and his now-secular son, after the son breaks the code o

Joanna Lumley: The Search For Noah's Ark (Part 1)

Who was Noah? When did the flood happen? Is the story really true? From Tissington Church in Britain to Mount Ararat in

Joanna Lumley: The Search For Noah's Ark (Part 2)

Who was Noah? When did the flood happen? Is the story really true? From Tissington Church in Britain to Mount Ararat in

The Holy Dip

Three Australian families go on a pilgrimage to the oldest and largest religious festival on Earth, India’s Maha Kumbh

The Children Of Clonyn Castle

A group of elderly European Jews reunite to tell their story of how their lives were transformed by living in an Irish c

My Island Church

The extraordinary 100 year old story of the relationship between the Catholic Church and Tiwi Islanders...

The Mystery Of Mary Magdalene (Part 1)

Melvyn Bragg uncovers the real story behind one of the Bible's most enigmatic and controversial figures: Mary Magdalene.

The Mystery Of Mary Magdalene (Part 2)

Melvyn Bragg uncovers the real story behind one of the Bible's most enigmatic and controversial figures: Mary Magdalene.

The Moral Compass: Anzac Special

In our premiere program Geraldine and her guests grapple with thorny questions about Anzac Day: Are we glorifying war ra

God In The Lodge (Part 1)

God in the Lodge examines the religious beliefs of Australia’s Prime Ministers from Federation to now. In recent year

God In The Lodge (Part 2)

The faith, beliefs and values of Australia's prime ministers from Federation to present day. This week looks at our PMs

Twilight Songs

A deeply moving story that shows how music can rekindle emotions and re-awaken memories for elderly people lost to demen

My Big Fat Bar Mitzvah

My Big Fat Bar Mitzvah steps inside the world of Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties, uncovering a spectacular new aspect of con

The Return Of Jack Charles

Geraldine Doogue meets veteran actor, elder and activist Jack Charles who at 72 is enjoying newfound fame and purpose, a

Orphans On Wall St

An Australian entrepreneur sets out to empower low-caste Indian orphans by teaching them to become Wall Street traders..

The Moral Compass

In our latest program Geraldine and her guests grapple with issues raised by the Rolf Harris trial, whether religious le

The Legion (Part 1)

How a corrupt, paedophile Catholic priest founded The Legionaries of Christ which he ran for 60 years with the Vatican's

The Legion (Part 2)

Irish investigative reporter Mick Peelo reveals how five successive popes publicly endorsed Fr Marcial Maciel, despite r

Break-Fast At Mobinah's

Ramadan, the world-wide Muslim month of fasting and feasting, has begun and Compass follows two families through the mos

The Moral Compass

In our latest program Geraldine and her guests grapple with the thorny topic of children’s vaccination: Is it wrong fo

Faith & Funerals (Part 1: Anglican & Muslim)

A country town Anglican farewell for a much loved local and a no-frills Muslim funeral for an asylum seeker.

Faith & Funerals (Part 2: Vietnam Veteran & Chinese Buddhist)

Leather meets brass in a motorcycle send-off for a Vietnam Vet and a traditional Chinese-Buddhist funeral - Australian s

Faith & Funerals (Part 3: Italian Catholic & Hindu)

An Italian-Catholic funeral draws 1500 mourners and a son farewells his father in a humble Hindu funeral a long way from

Faith & Funerals (Part 4: Pentecostal Ghanaian & Secular)

A Sydney group of Pentecostal Ghanaians celebrate and dance for the deceased and a do-it-yourself secular funeral: no Go

Faith & Funerals (Part 5: How Shall We Remember Them?)

A Facebook memorial for a young man, a wife's ashes scattered in the sea, a tribal Tiwi ceremony, grieving for those los

God in Games

Compass explores religion, morals and values underpinning video games in Australia.

The Moral Compass

In our latest program Geraldine and her guests grapple with the following thorny topics: Surrogacy - is it ever ethical

The Salvos: Part 1

In this two-part special, Compass examines the Salvation Army in Australia, a trusted church-charity engulfed by allegat

The Salvos: Part 2

Compass examines the Salvation Army, trying to reconcile its dual role, and redeem itself in the face of shocking revela

Archbishop Of Canterbury: The Man Behind The Mitre

In this Australian TV exclusive Geraldine Doogue talks to Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury about what he hopes

Bengali Idol

Compass explores the biggest and most widely celebrated Hindu festival in Australia which celebrates a goddess with ten

The Moral Compass

In a special program for Mental As, the ABC's initiative for Mental Health Week, Geraldine and her guests grapple with:

River To Recovery

Follows an ambitious scheme empowering people with mental health issues to build confidence, self-esteem and trust, and

Fighting Father Dave

Anglican Minister David Smith is a man of many callings - a Parish priest, a professional boxer, a political activist an

The Most Dangerous Man In Tudor England (Part 1)

This two-part program tells the story of one of the most influential men in English history. William Tyndale was a scho

The Most Dangerous Man In Tudor England (Part 2)

Part two of the William Tyndale story, one of the most influential men in English history, historian Melvyn Bragg reveal

Lost And Found

Mari Steed is on an emotional journey to piece together the missing links of her past, a life tainted by separation, los

School Of Love (Part 1)

This delightful two part special documents a year behind the scenes in Ireland's only women's Cistercian Monastery.

School Of Love (Part 2)

The Cistercian nuns of St Mary's Abbey in Ireland have been leading a life of prayer and dedicated contemplation for ove

Bill Crews' Christmas

The Exodus Foundation has been providing a free hot Christmas lunch to those who need it for over twenty years. This yea

Dancing @ 100

Still dancing at 100, Eileen Kramer's creative spirit is undiminished.

The Moral Compass: Blasphemy

In our first Moral Compass of the year, Geraldine and her guests will be grappling with the subject of blasphemy: the ac

Taste of Memory

Three inspiring Jewish women who lived through WWII pass on their life experience and recipes to their grandchildren.

Easter in Jerusalem

On her first visit to the Holy Land, Compass presenter and ABC personality Geraldine Doogue travels on a personal pilgri

By Compass and Quran

The history of the Muslim Cameleers who helped open up Australia from the 1860’s through to the introduction of the mo

The Legacy Man

Stan Savige fought at Gallipoli, then commanded the operation that saved 50,000 Assyrian refugees from certain death in

Walk The Talk

Emily Simpson’s passion for walking labyrinths made her determined that everyone should be able to enjoy this ancient

The Moral Compass: Gender Equality

Geraldine and her guests will be grappling with the question: Does Christianity really offer women a seat at the table?

Whatever Happened To... Sunday School?

For generations of young Australians, Sunday School was their first playground - a place where they learnt about God and

Whatever Happened To... The RSL?

Formed in Australia in 1916, the RSL was borne out of the camaraderie, concern and mateship shown by diggers for the wel

Whatever Happened To... The Maharishi?

In the 1960’s Indian guru Maharishi Mahesh Yogi introduced Transcendental Meditation to the world, spreading his medit

Whatever Happened To... The CWA?

Australia’s grand dame of the outback - the Country Women’s Association turns 93 this year but is showing no sign of

Whatever Happened To... Women's Lib?

Examines the impact Women’s Lib really had on our culture and attitudes. After the massive achievements of the late 19

Whatever Happened To... Marriage Guidance?

After WW2 the Anglican Church in Australia introduced Marriage Guidance to try and retrieve marriages threatened by the

Sitting For Wendy

Archibald prize-winning artist Wendy Sharpe draws portraits of 39 asylum seekers as they share their powerful stories of

The Moral Compass

As the end of the financial year approaches, tax is on many of our minds. What are our moral obligations around paying t

Babe In The Reeds

Aboriginal community leader Lois Cook’s exploration of her great grandfather Bubba Jack Cook’s story reveals the his

Class Act!

Through its ground-breaking arts based curriculum, Port Phillip Specialist School in Victoria provides a transformative

Modern Day Missionaries

Rather than saving souls for the hereafter, the organisation Urban Neighbours of Hope (UNOH) strives to make life better

The Moral Compass: Climate Change

In June, the Pope’s Encyclical called on humanity to change its approach to the environment. Since then, there’s bee

Limited Partnership (Part 1)

Part 1 charts the relationship of an Australian gay man and his American partner and their 40 year fight for recognition

Limited Partnership (Part 2)

Part 2 continues the story of Tony Sullivan and Richard Adams and their 40 year struggle to have their marriage recognis

Discovering Jesus the Jew

Geraldine Doogue goes on a personal quest to understand more about the Jewish roots of her Christian faith. Following a

The Meaning Of Life - Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry talks to Irish broadcasting legend Gay Byrne about the people, ideas values and beliefs that give his life m

The Meaning of Life – Mary Robinson

Mary Robinson, Ireland’s first woman President, talks to Irish broadcasting legend Gay Byrne about the people, ideas,

The Meaning of Life – Sir Michael Parkinson

Sir Michael Parkinson talks to broadcaster Gay Byrne about the people, ideas, values and beliefs that give his life mean

The Moral Compass

The Victorian opposition says it’s a broken election promise but the decision has reignited debate about the place of

For Better For Worse - Episode 1: Beginnings

The first flush of love, your heart skips a beat, a knowing look - or is it? We find out where it all began for our five

For Better For Worse - Episode 2: My Family, Your Family

When two individuals leave their family of origin and combine to make a new family, each brings a piece of their past wi

For Better For Worse - Episode 3: Rough Patches

After the honeymoon period, sooner or later every relationship hits a rough patch. Sickness, infidelity, addiction, chil

For Better For Worse - Episode 4: Daily Life

As the daily grind takes its toll, the division of domestic labour is a matter that must be negotiated. And then there i

For Better For Worse - Episode 5: Calmer Waters

Our couple's relationships have stood the test of time with their bonds intact. But the ultimate price of a life lived t

The Moral Compass - On The Road In Toowoomba

Geraldine is joined by local panellists to discuss what Australia can learn from Toowoomba’s experience of helping to

Too Young For Bingo

Michelle, Vicki and Aaron are young adults who suffered devastating disability through chronic illness and injury. For e

Musical Healing

Music therapist Emma O’Brien has been instrumental in transforming the lives of long term patients who participate in

Love Makes A Way

Jarrod McKenna and Teresa Lee are Christian activists. They are amongst a growing number of Christians turning to civil

Pudding Church

Since 1971 the Adamstown Uniting Church in Newcastle has been making Christmas puddings to support a range of welfare an

Pope Francis The Sinner (Part 1)

The Pope who calls himself 'a sinner' is, certainly, a man of contradictions. But who is Jorge Mario Bergoglio? How did

Pope Francis The Sinner (Part 2)

Examines Pope Francis' controversial rise to power from Jesuit to Cardinal and eventual accession to the papacy.

Spotlight On Church Leadership - A Moral Compass Special

The broader implications of the water-cooler conversation: Cardinal Pell at the Royal Commission. With Catholic Church s

Melany's Remedy

Melany was only 12 when her father died. As a young adult she realised she could no longer shut out the past. Meeting He

The Assyrians

The Assyrians are a vibrant community who have made a great contribution to Australian life since the 1950's. Persecuted

Iceberg

An ultra marathon runner is determined to raise awareness of domestic violence in rural communities by undertaking an 86

The Moral Compass: Sanctuary

Should Australian churches be offering sanctuary to asylum seekers? Geraldine Doogue is joined by Robert Manne, Anne Hen

A Town Called Brzostek

A small town in Poland becomes the centre of an initiative to improve vexed relations between Poles and Jews by reconsec

Paddy's War

The bitter conscription debates that raged through the First World War divided Australia. The struggle was embodied by t

Salvado's Letters

When Rosendo Salvado founded the tiny religious community of New Norcia in Western Australia in 1847 he also began an ex

The Moral Compass: A Good Exit Who Decides?

This week on the Moral Compass "A Good Exit: Who Decides" The complexities of dying in Australia today. Geraldine Doogue

Prison Chaplains (Part 1)

Part one goes inside Cessnock and John Moroney Correctional Centres in NSW where two very different chaplains help offen

Prison Chaplains (Part 2)

Chaplain Suzie Johnson is an Evangelical Christian with a big heart who works at the Dillwynia Correctional Centre. Zoe

Prison Chaplains (Part 3)

Chaplain Kim Miller visits James who will soon be released from Lithgow Correctional Centre. To help James adjust to lif