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Thursday, 09 July 2020 14:34

Online Courses for Faith Education and Ministry Formation

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…

Tuesday, 07 July 2020 15:12

When in Rome… news from Deacon Adi Indra

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…

Tuesday, 07 July 2020 14:14

Genazzano a Bishop’s ‘Country Residence’

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…

Thursday, 02 July 2020 16:18

A New Era for School Governance

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…

Thursday, 02 July 2020 15:18

Caritas Australia and our Catholic Schools

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…

Monday, 15 June 2020 14:12

2020 Wheel of Prayer Day

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…

Friday, 22 May 2020 12:48

Catholic Bishops to entrust Australia to Our Lady

22 May 2020 The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has agreed to entrust the country to the care of Mary Help of Christians on her feast day,…

Monday, 18 May 2020 12:05

New report on Plenary Council submissions from Sandhurst Catholics

19 May 2020 The Sandhurst Plenary Council Committee has released a new report, "Please Change" What Sandhurst Catholics said about Plenary Council Phase 1: Listening…

Wednesday, 13 May 2020 16:10

Word of Encouragement from the Australian Catholic Bishops

14 May 2020 The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference released A Word of Encouragement to the Catholic People of Australia, assuring the people of God of…

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 15:19

Churches begin to reopen

13 May 2020 The Catholic Bishops of Victoria have written a Pastoral Letter regarding the joyous news that churches can reopen for small Masses and…

Sunday, 26 April 2020 17:19

New Lectures: Understanding the Word of God

Adult Faith Education Sandhurst presents a new lecture series: Understanding the Word of God Join the Rev Dr Brian Boyle for a three part lecture…

Thursday, 02 April 2020 09:29

No child left behind as Catholic schools pledge relief for Coronavirus’ economic victims

Bishop Shane Mackinlay and Paul Desmond, Executive Director of Catholic Education Sandhurst, published a media release pledging support for Catholic school students whose families are…

Friday, 20 March 2020 16:24

Coronavirus Prayer Resources

During this time of social isolation it is important that we pray and stay connected to our community. A range of online resources are available…

Wednesday, 18 March 2020 19:55

Public Masses Suspended

Prayers continue and livestream details from the Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst will be announced soon.- Read the Letter from the Bishops of Victoria suspending public…

Wednesday, 18 March 2020 12:26

Victorian Pastoral Letter on Novel Coronavirus

13 March 2020 Prayerful greetings to the people of God across Victoria, You would be aware of the precautionary measures underway in light of changes…

Sunday, 08 March 2020 17:53

Monsignor Peter Jeffrey Oration 2020

18 February 2020 Bishop Shane Mackinlay presented the Monsignor Peter Jeffrey Oration in Shepparton on 18 February 2020 to the Education Leaders of the Catholic…