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Diocesan E-News

27 November 2019

Coming Events
Advance Notice – dates for 2020:

Rite of Election:  Saturday, February 29, at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Ballarat at 12.30pm.

Mass of the Oils:  Monday, April 6 at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Ballarat at 6.30pm.

 
Diocesan News
Clergy Appointments

Bishop Paul Bird announces news of appointments.

 
Making a Scene at Christmas

Making a Scene at Christmas, a display of nativities from at least forty different nations from all continents (except Antarctica), is back this year.

 
Our Diocesan Community

The final edition of ODC for 2019 is now available in parishes and on the Diocesan website.

 
Faith in Life
Advent Reflection Guide

Awake! Wonder, Welcome.

 
Reflect on Sunday’s Scripture

Take the time to read and reflect on Sunday’s Gospel.

 
Focus On
Plenary Council Listening and Discernment

How is God calling us to be a Christ-centred Church that is Inclusive, Participatory and Synodal?  As a diocese we will be focusing on the theme of Inclusive, Participatory and Synodal during November. Contact your local parish for Listening & Discernment Experience information.

 
General News
“Serving Communities with Courage and Compassion”

Catholic Social Services 2020 Conference – Early Bird Registration

 
16 Days Against Violence Against Women Campaign

This campaign is held each year from November 25 to December 10. The 2019 theme is Ending Gender-based Violence in the Workplace. It reinforces the fact that violence against women is a violation of human rights.

 
Catholic delegation visits PNG refugees

PNG visit affirms need for safe, secure pathways for refugees and people seeking asylum – Catholic Alliance for People Seeking Asylum.

 
National Prayer Campaign for Drought

The Catholic Bishops of Australia have announced a National Prayer Campaign for Drought to take place during November. People across the country are encouraged to pray for the gift of rain, for people affected by the drought and to provide practical support, where possible.

 
Young Adult Retreat

“Looking for a young adults retreat that will change your life?

 
Diocesan News
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CENTACARE OPENS ADDITIONAL OFFICE

Centacare’s Bridge Mall Ballarat office was officially opened on Thursday, November 14.

   
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CHEMISTRY EXCURSION

On Monday, October 14, Unit 2 Chemistry students from St Joseph’s College Mildura went on an excursion.

   
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PEPLOW HOUSE UPGRADE

On most evenings at Peplow House, the kitchen is a hub of activity. 

   
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SEEDS OF JUSTICE

On September 6 - 8, Mercy Regional College Camperdown students attended the Seeds of Justice conference.

   
Faith in Life
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MASS OF THANKSGIVING

Bishop Paul Bird CSsR invited Bishop Shane Mackinlay to celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving in our diocese, following his Episcopal Ordination for the Sandhurst Diocese.

   
Focus On
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A CAMINO REFLECTION

Cathy Grace reflects on her recent experience.

   
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ONE HUNDRED YEARS!

St Mary’s Primary School, Swan Hill celebrate their centenary.

   
General News
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A DAILY CUPPA WITH MARY AND JULIAN

'A Daily Cuppa with Mary and Julian' hit bookshelves on November 15, 2019.

   
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BE AN ANGEL

Be an angel to a mother in need this Christmas buy a Caritas global gift

   
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EUCHARIST

Fr Gary Jones offers a brief history.

   
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VOICE TO PARLIAMENT

A personal reflection from Jeanette Morris delivered for the Mercy Day Liturgy at Mercy Place Ballarat.

   
In the Parishes
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DAY OF REMEMBRANCE

On Monday, November 11, St Mary MacKillop College Swan Hill held a service to commemorate Remembrance Day.

   
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FLOWERS OF WAR

St Malachy’s Edenhope Primary School student Holly was listed as a finalist for the Shrine of Remembrance Poster Competition. 

   
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KARUTA TAIKAI SUCCESS

The fourth annual Karuta Taikai (Tournament) brought another success for students of Japanese. 

   
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MISSION DAY

The Extraordinary Missionary Month of October was an invitation for all to join in and do something extraordinary for mission.

   
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REMEMBRANCE MASS

Bungaree Parish recently held a Remembrance Mass.

   
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STUDENTS REFLECT

Year 9 Students from St Joseph’s College Mildura reflect after Mass.

   

All Enquiries
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