Ruth Lawlor reports on the first Plenary Reflection Session, which explored the theme 'Inclusive, Participatory and Synodal.'  It is encouraging to hear that most participants felt Sandhurst communities are on the right path. Nevertheless, it was agreed that more can be done to help us stay connected to our communities and as communities and to ensure everyone feels included and is able to participate.  

The latest edition of ‘Youth Pathways 2021’ has arrived for schools and parishes across the Sandhurst Diocese.

We hope you enjoy exploring Pathways for Seniors 2021 online via computer, smart ‘phone or tablet!

We hope you enjoy exploring Pathways for Seniors 2021 online via computer, smart ‘phone or tablet!

A number of children at St Mary’s Mooroopna were commissioned as FIRE Carriers earlier in the term. Congratulations to Noah Kennedy, Sienna Smith, Xavier Morgan, Eden Woodward, Lila Kate Nierderle, Charla Varapodio and Darcy Shannahan. 

These Grade Six students have been great leaders for the school and also been fine role models as FIRE Carriers.

By Lyn Breen

Sandhurst Pastoral Associates have been at the coal face when Parishes have had to make decisions about opening churches or changing the way we experience church this year. To help them to support one another during this challenging year, members of the SPAs network have moved online to continue meeting via Zoom.

Following recommendations from the College of Consultors, Bishop Shane Mackinlay is pleased to announce a range of clergy appointments. "I am grateful to all those who have accepted appointments to various positions, and to those who expressed a willingness to be considered for appointment.  During this time of transition for both priests and communities, I ask you to remember in prayer all those who are involved in changes," said Bishop Shane. 

By Kerry Stone

Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by catastrophic weather events in the Philippines as well as Vietnam and Cambodia, as they deal with this increasing devastation on top of COVID-19 lockdowns. Caritas Australia partners are on the ground monitoring the impact of the third typhoon and fifth tropical cyclone to affect the area in less than three weeks.

Hundreds of churches, monuments and buildings will be illuminated in red light in a global call for religious freedom

The initiative represents a strong sign of support for all those who are suffering discrimination but cannot speak freely about it themselves and hope that others will raise their voices in their stead.

By Fr Tony Shallue

I have had much feedback from the Homily I preached on the livestream Mass from St. Kilian’s on the Feast of All Saints this year.
Many have asked for a copy of the poem I wrote whilst on retreat at Campion Spirituality Centre Kew in October 2008 and I am happy to provide it for you via this online publication.