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Thursday, 30 October 2025 20:38
“Walking Together in Hope
A pilgrimage captures the essence of what a Jubilee is meant to be: a journey of conversion, renewal, and encounter with God’s mercy.
Thursday, 30 October 2025 20:35
ACYF Pilgrims formed in Faith, sent in Hope
As excitement builds for the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) in November 2025, Sandhurst Pilgrimage Group Leaders are preparing the hearts and minds of their…
Thursday, 30 October 2025 17:15
51 Years of the Marian Festival: Where Faith and Gratitude Meet
The 51st Marian Festival unfolded like a living prayer at Sacred Heart Cathedral on 12 September. A tapestry of faith, gratitude and devotion.
Thursday, 30 October 2025 16:54
The Spirituality of Carlo Acutis’ Holy Relic
“St Carlo Acutis offers more than a fresh face for an ancient Church,” writes Charles Murphy, exploring how the relic of this modern saint carries…
Thursday, 30 October 2025 16:46
Saint Carlo Acutis’ Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition
22–28 November | Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo: Step into Sacred Heart Cathedral this November and encounter the remarkable witness of Saint Carlo Acutis, the ‘saint of…
Thursday, 23 October 2025 16:07
Farewell Bells for Bishop Shane
After flying in from commitments in Europe Bishop Shane touched down in Bendigo for just three days to say his goodbyes before being installed as…
Thursday, 16 October 2025 18:19
Farewell our Faithful Shepherd: Fr Joe Taylor Retires
After 51 years of faithful service as a priest of Sandhurst, Fr Joe Taylor has officially put down his parish diary and stepped into retirement.
Thursday, 16 October 2025 17:53
Parish Admin Conference 2025: Nurturing the Hearts of Parish Life
Early in October, parish administration staff gathered at the Chancery for their annual professional development conference.
Thursday, 16 October 2025 17:42
Love at the Heart of Mission: A short reflection on the Diocesan Formation Gathering
At the Diocesan Formation Gathering, Dr Chris Cotter was struck by the profound simplicity of Fr Jake Mudge’s insight: building communities of belonging is ultimately…
Monday, 13 October 2025 12:13
Diocesan Formation Gathering explores New Pathways for Welcome and Invitation
More than 120 Catholics from across the Diocese grappled with questions about creating communities of beloning at the Diocesan Formation Gatheringon Saturday, 11 October.
Thursday, 18 September 2025 17:35
Catch the Flame: A Podcast for the Young of our Diocese
Catch the Flame is a new Sandhurst Youth Ministry podcast exploring faith and life with young people across the Diocese.
Thursday, 18 September 2025 17:31
Season of Creation Mass: Planting Seeds of Hope in Sandhurst
Amidst the spring wattles and native grasses at Huntly Streamside Reserve, the Diocese gathered for its annual Season of Creation Mass on Friday, 5 September.
Tuesday, 16 September 2025 16:07
Goals Familiarisation Workshops
Gather with your parish to explore what the Sandhurst Strategic Mission and Pastoral Goals mean and why they matter.
Monday, 15 September 2025 15:32
Marist Brass claims Back-to-Back State Championship Title
Marist Brass Band has once again struck a triumphant chord, taking out first place in the D Grade Section of the Victorian State Band Championships,…
Monday, 15 September 2025 14:27
The Nicene Creed: I Believe
The Nicene Creed: I Believe:: A resource in booklet form developed by the Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Life Team.
Monday, 15 September 2025 11:38
Consultors elect Fr Brian Boyle as Diocesan Administrator
The College of Consultors has elected Very Rev. Dr Brian Boyle EV, Administrator of the Diocese.
Thursday, 04 September 2025 15:06
Formation for ACYF Pilgrims 2025
Preparation for the ACYF pilgrimage is an essential part of the journey. It invites us, as pilgrims, to ready our hearts and minds, to deepen…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:55
Farewell Bishop Shane: A Legacy that continues to Inspire
After almost six years of dedicated service, we prepare to farewell Bishop Shane Mackinlay as he steps into his new ministry as Archbishop of Brisbane.…
