WITNESS : THE FUTURE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA

In Witness, Philippa Martyr asks—and answers—painful questions about the Catholic Church’s future in Australia. The Church in Australia is a mighty spiritual force, transforming lives and saving souls. But it’s also in real crisis. Barely 400,000 people in Australia now attend Sunday Mass—less than the population of Tasmania. Yet, billions of dollars pour annually through Catholic schools, hospitals, and charities. Many young Australian Catholics feel like unwanted strangers in their own Church. Soon, they will inherit what’s left of it. Enriched by data, interviews, and commentary, Witness offers a sharp analysis of the real problems and a blueprint for younger Catholics to rebuild the Church in Australia.