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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.…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:51
Candlelight for Compassion in Beechworth
In Beechworth in August, candlelight became a call to action with a pilgrimage to raise awareness about homelessness in the local community.
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:29
Bin There, learnt that: St Kilian's puts Waste in its Place
St Kilian’s Parish in Bendigo already has a Laudato Si’ Action Plan in motion, and is putting Pope Francis’ call to care for our common…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:20
Charisms of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities explored
Phil Bretherton reflects on the Gathering of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities hosted by the Bishops' Commission for Evangelisation, Laity and Ministry in Sydney.
Wednesday, 03 September 2025 12:34
Diocesan Formation Gathering: Six Workshops
The Diocesan Formation Gathering features keynote presentations by Dr Paul Sharkey and six practical workshops.
Thursday, 14 August 2025 17:43
CCR Pilgrims of Hope Renewal Day
On Saturday 6 September 2025, Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) Sandhurst invites you to a day of renewal at St Brendan's, Shepparton.
Thursday, 14 August 2025 15:36
Seeing Christ in Every Child
Shepparton parishioner, mother, and SMPC member, Jobelle Collier shares her hope for a Church where parents feel supported and children are welcomed as a blessing…
Thursday, 14 August 2025 09:52
Formation Gathering to Focus on building Communities of Belonging
Preparations for Building a Community of Belonging are well underway. Parishes are encouraged to bring a cohort of parishioners to the Sandhurst Formation Gathering, becuase…
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 22:10
Moribund to Magnetic Community: A Reflection
Not long ago, I received a letter from a parishioner that pierced me deeply. He wrote bluntly, “I don’t want to be part of a…
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 21:49
Liborius connects Paderborn with the World
In his homily at Paderborner Dom on Liborian Tuesday, Bishop Shane emphasised the importance of St Liborius as a bridge builder between people all over…
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 21:42
Relics of St Liborius a Gift of Friendship
“Liborius, the Gallo-Roman bishop from the 4th century, could never have imagined that a part of him would one day be in a continent called…
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 21:34
Formation Plan kicks off with Goals Workshops for Kyabram,Tatura and Echuca
Parishioners from Kyabram, Tatura and Echuca have participated in the first parish-based Goals Familiarisation Workshops in the Diocese.
Thursday, 31 July 2025 16:11
Registrations now open for Sandhurst Pilgrimage to ACYF
Sandhurst Youth Ministry are proud to announce that registrations for the Sandhurst Pilgrimage to ACYF 2025 are open.
Thursday, 31 July 2025 15:45
Youth Lead the Way at Holy Rosary
Holy Rosary Church in White Hills was buzzing last Saturday night as the newly formed parish youth group stepped up to lead the Mass, and…
Thursday, 31 July 2025 11:39
100 Years of Christian Workers: A Legacy of Faith, Friendship and Formation
YCW Alumni recently celebrated the Centenary of the Young Christian Workers Movement. How did this Movement impact their lives and what advice would they give…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 10:57
Mons. Frank Marriott reflects on YCW in Sandhurst
Monsignor Frank Marriott reflects on the Young Christian Workers (YCW) in Sandhurst
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 10:42
Bishop Shane shares Story of Sandhurst at LiboriFest in Germany
Bishop Shane Mackinlay recently spoke at the Abend der Weltkirche (Evening of the World Church), a significant event on the eve of the Libori Festival…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 10:29
Bishop Shane at Liborifest: A Festival of Faith and Friendship
Bishop Shane and two priests from Sandhurst were among the international guests at the Liborifest in Paderborn, Germany.
