News
Read the latest stories from across our Diocese here, or read Sandpiper e-News, our fortnightly digital newsletter.
Monday, 28 October 2024 10:04
Sandhurst Scholarships 2025 Semester 1
Applications for scholarships to study theology, spiritual leadership or Clinical Pastoral Education are now open.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 16:48
Bishop Draws Parallels between Synod on Synodality and Australian Plenary Council
A cultural shift in the way we understand Church is an outcome of both events.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 15:32
50th Marian Festival: Walking together in Prayer
Half-Century of Devotion: Marian Festival Shines at Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 15:30
Second Assembly of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops
“For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 15:22
Courage and humility ingredients for deeper understanding
Courage and humility ingredients for deeper understanding says Bishop Shane.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 15:20
Bishop Shane Elected to Synod Final Document Oversight Commission
Bishop Shane Mackinlay has been elected as the Oceania representative on the Synod's Final Document Oversight Commission.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 14:51
Wodonga Students Experience the Power of Prayer
Catholic College Wodonga Year 12 Students experience the power of prayer at Parish Mass.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 14:43
Sandhurst’s Synodal Journey to establish the SMPC
Dr Chris Cotter shares insights on the synodal process to establish the Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Council with Evangelise Plus.
Thursday, 17 October 2024 14:33
Blue for Mary: Cathedral's High-Tech Tribute
On 12 and 13 October, Sacred Heart Cathedral dazzled in Marian blue as part of the Marian Festival.
Wednesday, 25 September 2024 16:13
Prayer for the Synod
Please pray for the Second Session of the Synod on Synodality. Download the prayer.
Wednesday, 25 September 2024 11:50
United by the Holy Spirit: Catholics and Methodists Strive for Unity
Bishop Shane joined fellow Methodist-Roman Catholic International Commission (MERCIC) members in South Korea this week.
Wednesday, 25 September 2024 11:45
123 Years Ago: Cardinal Moran opens Sacred Heart Cathedral
On 29 September 1901, Sacred Heart Cathedral was officially opened by Cardinal Patrick Moran, Archbishop of Sydney
Friday, 20 September 2024 11:51
Vale Sr Mary Duffy RSM
Sr Mary Duffy, RSM, passed away peacefully on September 16th at the age of 87, in the 67th year of her profession.
Friday, 20 September 2024 09:45
Bishop Shane heads to Rome for Second Session of ‘Synod on Synodality’
Bishop Shane will soon travel to Rome for the Second Session of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops.
Thursday, 19 September 2024 16:09
Interfaith Perspectives on Marriage
Bendigo Interfaith Council presents “Interfaith Perspectives on the Journey of Marriage.”
Thursday, 19 September 2024 16:00
Sandhurst Hub at Catholic Earthcare Convocation
The Chancery transformed into a Victorian hub on the final day of Catholic Earthcare’s Season of Creation Convocation.
Thursday, 19 September 2024 15:54
St Peter's Pizza Perfection
St Peter's Primary School students showcased their 'Passions and Pathways Project' at Goldfields LLEN 'Brighter Futures Expo'
Thursday, 19 September 2024 15:45
150 Years Strong: St Brendan’s marks Diocesan milestone with Festive Novena
A novena commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Diocese was recently celebrated at St Brendan’s Parish in Shepparton.
