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Wednesday, 06 September 2023 20:08
Sacred Heart Cathedral organist joins ACU Centre for Liturgy
Music has always been in Dr Paul Taylor’s blood, but it was inside his local parish church that he developed a fascination for the pipe…
Wednesday, 06 September 2023 09:45
23rd Knights of the Southern Cross Archbishop’s Dinner
23rd Knights of the Southern Cross Archbishop’s Dinner for the Priests’ Support and Education Fund a resounding success. What a wonderful night, once again!
Wednesday, 06 September 2023 09:34
Bishops Conference and CRA publish Royal Commission update
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference and Catholic Religious Australia have published a report updating the Church’s progress in implementing the relevant recommendations of the Royal…
Wednesday, 06 September 2023 09:26
New Tool to Empower Australian Catholics to Live Laudato Si’
Caritas Australia has launched a practical guide to support Catholic parishes, organisations, schools, individuals, and households across Australia to develop their own Laudato Si’ Action…
Wednesday, 06 September 2023 09:04
Get to know Gabby Downie, (former) Chair of SMPC
Benalla parishioner, Gabrielle Downie, the inaugural Chair of the SMPC stepped in July 20024. Currently Principal of St Patrick’s Primary School in Wangaratta, Gabbie has…
Monday, 04 September 2023 10:17
Catholic School Parents meet with Education Minister,
Members of Catholic School Parents Australia (CSPA) executive had a productive meeting with Education Minister, Jason Clare on August 24, 2023.
Monday, 04 September 2023 10:07
St Francis of the Fields a leads the way for sustainable schools
St Francis of the Fields Primary School in Strathfieldsaye is proud to announce that they are now officially recognised as a 5-star certified ResourceSmart School…
Monday, 04 September 2023 09:33
Young and not so young leaders explore ideas for parish life at St Augustine's Kyabram.
Student Leaders from St Augustine’s College and Parish Pastoral Council members explore ideas for parish life and discover the generation gap isn't such a big…
Friday, 25 August 2023 09:02
St Kilian's Angels return Home after 30 Years
"In early August two Angels returned to the parish of St Kilian’s just as quietly as they left," writes Diocesan Archivist Dr Donna Bailey.
Thursday, 24 August 2023 19:33
A Diary of World Youth Day 2023 – Part 1
Sandhurst Youth Ministry Coordinator, Ruth Lawlor, believes the future of the Diocese is in good hands, having spent two weeks with Sandhurst World Youth Day…
Thursday, 24 August 2023 19:18
Give a gift to help Dads across the world this Fathers’ Day
When considering gifts for your father this Fathers’ Day, why not give a gift that, not only shows your love and appreciation to your own…
Tuesday, 22 August 2023 14:44
Embracing Diversity at St Monica's Feast Day Celebration
St Monica's School embraced the spirit of unity and cultural appreciation on Friday 18 August, during the commemoration of St Monica's Feast Day. The event…
Tuesday, 22 August 2023 14:42
Myrtleford celebrates Feast of the Assumption
Marian College, St Mary’s Primary School and St Mary’s Myrtleford parishioners joined together for a day of festivities to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption…
Monday, 21 August 2023 15:05
How Australia got its European Name: A strange tale with remote connections to our Diocese of Sandhurst
A Most people assume that the name Australia, assigned to the island continent by European explorers, is simply a modified and shortened form of terra australis…
Monday, 21 August 2023 13:08
Study Clinical Pastoral Education in Wangaratta in 2024
A part-time Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) will be offered in Wangaratta (5 February to 25 June, 2024).
Monday, 21 August 2023 13:05
Sudan Crisis Continues Leaving Millions Vulnerable
After months of protracted fighting, violence in Sudan continues to spread across the country, causing millions to flee their homes. The ongoing conflict has put…
Monday, 21 August 2023 12:46
Caritas Australia welcomes the new International Development Policy’s focus on climate action and inequality.
Caritas Australia welcomes the new International Development Policy’s focus on climate action and inequality as key drivers of the new International Development Policy released on…
Monday, 21 August 2023 12:27
Developing an Eco-Spirituality
Eco-spirituality is a spiritual practice that allows us to reflect on the natural world, its beauty and God’s deep incarnation in the world, writes Alice…
