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After seven very busy months meeting clergy, parishioners and board members in parishes and schools across the Diocese, Bishop Shane has commissioned a formal review of current and potential structures of the Diocese. The results of the review will assist and support Bishop Shane in planning for the future of the Diocese by identifying effective structures for the strategic, consultative and administrative needs of the diocese. The review aims to find ways to best embed contemporary standards of good governance, while respecting the authority and responsibilities of the Bishop, and observing the requirements of the Code of Canon Law.

Life has changed. The challenges and opportunities of living during a pandemic have drawn upon our capacities to adjust and adapt, be hopeful, creative and learn new ways to stay connected with others. There are many online resources to enrich your journey in faith, and we have some options for you to explore. Lyn Breen, Adult Faith Education Sandhurst, suggests quality online courses to develop faith understanding and skills for a parish ministry.

Rev. Deacon Adi Indra has had an unusual time in Rome as he continues his studies in Canon Law and prepares for his Ordination to the Priesthood in in September. When Italy went into lockdown Adi’s college community shrunk from 180 people to only 24. For the first time, Australians became the majority at North American College. We can only imagine how this experience has galvanised their friendships as they walked empty corridors…

High on a hill as if reaching for the heavens, the stately Victorian residence Genazzano was bought by Bishop Crane and Bishop Reville in 1888 and has been home to several Sandhurst Bishops since.

Today, surrounded by new houses in the Sandhurst Crest subdivision it is the home of Bishop Shane Mackinlay.

To read more from Sandhurst Archivist, Dr Donna Bailey about the construction and residential history of Genazzano

The Safeguarding Committee of the Diocese of Sandhurst is part of the structure under the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards which is designed to be implemented by Catholic entities across Australia. The Standards constitute a framework which articulates the requirements for Catholic entities to promote the safety of children, young people (a child or young person is anyone under the age of 18 years) and adults at risk (an adult at risk is any person over the age of 18 years who is at an increased risk of experiencing abuse or exploitation, including by virtue of their age, disability, diminished capacity, cognitive impairment, cultural background, life or personal circumstance) through the implementation of policies and activities to prevent, respond and report concerns regarding all types of abuse.

Please find a list of Child Safety policies held by the Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst

Having carefully considered the report of the Working Party, I have accepted its recommendation of ‘incorporating all parish schools into one integrated diocesan system under the auspices of the Diocese of Sandhurst.’ I have now commissioned the Working Party to commence phase two of its task: Mapping a clear Incorporation and School Governance Implementation Plan.

Catholic schools are called to live the gospel (love our neighbour) and, in doing this, be guided by Catholic Social Teaching. In summary, a call to uphold dignity, end poverty and promote justice which is how Caritas Australia expresses its aims. Through engagement with both students and teachers, Caritas brings Catholic Social Teaching to life and encourages the concept of ‘think globally, act locally’!

Seeking inspiration to cultivate a flourishing prayer life?
Then join us for our ‘Wheel of Prayer Day’ and explore different forms of prayer to help you sustain a powerful and effective private prayer practice.

This year, the ‘Wheel of Prayer Day’ will be offered live online via ‘Zoom’ on Saturday 8 August 2020. The day will begin with an introductory reflection and the Prayer of the Church (or ‘Liturgy of the Hours’) led by Bishop Shane Mackinlay. Four 45-minute workshops, each offering a brief introduction and experience of prayer will follow.