News
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Thursday, 27 March 2025 19:33
Echuca to celebrate 150 Years of Parish Life: All Welcome
Following on from their Diocesan Anniversary celebrations, St Mary's Echuca has organised a full program to celebrate 150 years since their parish was established commencing…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 19:24
St Mary MacKillop and St Francis of Assisi bring Catholic Spirit to Buddhist Peace Park
On 14 March Bishop Shane Mackinlay unveiled and blessed statues of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and St Francis of Assisi at the interfaith…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 19:12
Rite of Election marks new Chapter for Adults on Their Faith Journey
On 16 March, ten adults from four parishes of the Diocese, commenced the final part of their journey to becoming Catholic at the Rite of…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 19:02
A Day of Thanksgiving at Euroa
The 150th anniversary of the Diocese of Sandhurst was celebrated at St John the Evangelist in Euroa on 2 March 2025 by a joy-filled gathering…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 18:54
Euroa Faith Community: A Short History
The parish of Euroa was established in 1906, but the story of Euroa, Longwood and Violet Town’s faith communities precedes the establishment of the Diocese…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 18:04
Myrtleford’s Glass Act: St Mary’s Celebrates a Century of Shining Bright
To commemorate the centenary of St Mary’s School, Myrtleford (1923-2023) a commemorative stained-glass window was installed in the school office building, writes Jo-Ann Bennett.
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:45
Unite Against Poverty: Project Compassion 2025
Caritas Australia’s Lenten fundraising and awareness appeal, Project Compassion, is now in full swing across the Sandhurst Diocese – pitching in to Unite Against Poverty.
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:42
Catholic Charismatic Renewal 52 Years in the Diocese
If you’re yearning to fully embrace the gifts of the Holy Spirit and experience God’s presence in a more personal and powerful way, Catholic Charismatic…
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:30
Batting for Biodiversity: Learning to Love Our Local Bats
Far from the blood-sucking creatures of fantasies like Dracula and Batman, bats are ‘goodies’ that help to keep our forests healthy, says Vyonne McLelland-Howe.
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:19
Victoria’s Diverse Christian Communities celebrated
On 4 March, Bishop Shane joined 100 leaders from various Christian traditions at a reception hosted by our Premier, The Honourable Jacinta Allan to acknowledge…
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:12
Serving Pancakes and Serving Others – "Onya Yarrawonga!"
Sacred Heart Primary School in Yarrawonga has kicked off their Project Compassion style with an early morning start, gathering students, teachers and families together, writes…
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:09
Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Council Meeting 9 (February 2025)
The Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Council gathered in Shepparton for their ninth meeting on Friday 21, and Saturday 22 February.
Thursday, 13 March 2025 18:03
A Comfortable Cup of Tea
At St Joseph’s School in Cobram a cup of tea isn’t just a cup of tea, and putting the staff room kettle on isn’t just…
Thursday, 13 March 2025 17:19
Bishop Shane blesses da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot
There aren’t too many bishops who can say they’ve blessed a robot, and on 28 February, Bishop Shane did just that, blessing da Vinci Xi,…
Wednesday, 12 March 2025 12:31
Jubilee 2025 Resources for Children
For resources designed to inspire and engage children on their spiritual journey in the Jubilee Year 2025.
Thursday, 27 February 2025 23:02
How to be a Pilgrim: A Guide
A simple step-by-step Guide to making a Pilgrimage.
Wednesday, 26 February 2025 16:33
Lent and Easter Reflection Series 2025
Jesus Christ Our Hope leads us through this year's Lent and Easter Reflection Series. Leaflets to help prepare for Easter can be downloaded from our website.
Wednesday, 26 February 2025 15:26
Sandhurst Youth Ministry Reference Group
On 15 February, the Sandhurst Youth Ministry Reference Group (SYMRG) gathered in Shepparton for a day of formation, reflection and strategic planning.
