Synopsis

Behind the high convent walls, their lives are circumscribed by centuries old traditions, rites and disciplines. But in times of radical change and upheaval, the Brides of Christ are forced to reconcile the conflict between the ancient ways and the new.

They are bound by vows, which set them apart, yet they must become part of the changing world. For many their faith will be sufficient to carry them through their personal crises. But some are tormented by questions they cannot answer, disciplines they cannot follow and love they dare not feel.

In their care are spirited teenagers, schooled in the old creed, yet eager to taste the new freedoms.

A six-hour drama series, Brides of Christ illustrates the changes taking place in the Catholic Church in the 1960's and how those with faith were challenged by the trials of changing australia, from the Vietnam War to the social freedoms that were being offered with changing morals and rights. The show is also remembered for helping to launch the careers of Naomi Watts and  Russell Crowe.