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Wednesday, 15 December 2021 18:56

First Assembly Proposals published in New Report.

Reports and proposals of small groups at the First Assembly of the Plenary Council have been documented and collated into one document. The report published…

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 15:54

'Us' not 'Them' Encouraging Active Participation

By Bishop Donald Sproxton, Bishop Delegate for Disability Issues Friday 3 December marks the International Day of People with Disability and provides an opportunity to…

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 13:52

Bishops endorse Uluru Statement from the Heart

Australia’s Catholic bishops, on the recommendation of their key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander advisers, have endorsed the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 12:43

Fr Danny Meagher named Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney

Pope Francis has appointed Sydney priest Fr Danny Meagher, the former rector of Good Shepherd Seminary, an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Sydney.

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 12:32

Bishop commits to Laudato Si’ Action

In December 2021, Bishop Shane committed the Diocese to the international ‘Laudato Si’ Action Platform’. This followed the commitment of the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Conference…

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 12:06

Catholic Bishops Welcome Religious Discrimination Bill

The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has welcomed the introduction of the Religious Discrimination Bill, which will provide basic human rights protections for Australians of all…

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 12:00

High Commendation for Sacred Heart College Student

Congratulations to Year 11 student, Jess Mangan from Sacred Heart College Yarrawonga who has been recognised with a Highly Commended Award through the Australian Business…

Wednesday, 01 December 2021 11:40

FCJ Benalla Teacher Retires after 40 Years of Dedication

After 4o years of dedication to Catholic Education, well-loved FCJ Benalla teacher Linda Dube is retiring. "We will miss here cheery and calming presence at school, but…

Thursday, 18 November 2021 11:52

Catholic Earthcare Australia launches Earthcare Parishes

With the Laudato Si Action Platform (see previous/following article) now moving into the commitment phase, Catholic Earthcare has launched Earthcare Parishes, a simple program to…

Thursday, 18 November 2021 11:06

Enrolment Kicks off for Laudato Si' Action Platform

The much-awaited enrolment phase of the Laudato Si'Action Platform was launched by the Vatican last Sunday. A Vatican-led initiative, the Action Platform aims to empower…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 23:29

'Victoria Brass' Concert at Sacred Heart Cathedral

This Organ and Brass Concert, presented by Victoria Brass, under the baton of renowned musician Dr Matthew van Emmerik, who will return to his hometown…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 22:19

MacKillop Art Exhibition 2021

It is wonderful to have the MacKillop Art Exhibition back in the Sacred Heart Cathedral this year after an online exhibition was held last year…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 16:23

Gift the Gift of Health and Hope this Christmas

Catholic Mission has launched its annual Christmas Appeal, focusing on the urgent need for effective medical care for babies and young children in Malawi where…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 16:17

COVID-19 and Disability

The COVID-19 pandemic, and the governments’ response to it, have had a disproportionate negative impact on people living with a disability. Nevertheless, it hasn’t all…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 15:48

Stand Up! Pope Francis’ Message for the 36th World Youth Day

This Sunday 21 November is the 36th World Youth Day. Ruth Lawlor from Sandhurst Youth Ministry reflects on Pope Francis’ message to all young people…

Wednesday, 17 November 2021 15:05

Sandhurst World Youth Day 2021

Saturday 20 NovemberSt Kilian's Parish, BendigoThis Saturday, young people from across the Diocese are invited to attend the Sandhurst World Youth Day celebrations in Bendigo.…