Edition 112 - May 18, 2022

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For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.

As the first phase of the Synodal Process, ‘Listening and Discernment in the Local Churches’, concludes, Mass celebrated by Fr Kevin Maloney, Vicar General, with wide representation from across the Local Church, was a celebration of the Ballarat Diocesan response

Faith and War: Conserving the WWI Travelling Altar

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The ANZAC legend inspired by the campaigns of WWI has become an important part of shaping Australia’s identity and the views of the past and the future. Objects which survive from this conflict are direct reminders of this war.

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Aquinas Young Vinnies – Volunteer Week
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A volunteer organisation is calling for new members to help support vulnerable Ballarat youth and families. Also recognising National Volunteers Week (NVW) which is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers.

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Laudato Si' Week

Laudato Si’ Week, a celebration of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’ and a call to action for Catholics around the world, is being celebrated May 16 - 24, 2022 with stories from schools around the diocese.

DOBCEL Board Meeting

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On May 9 and 10, the DOBCEL Board met at St John’s Primary School, Dennington.

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MRC Diversity and Inclusion Week

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A rainbow is glowing throughout Mercy Regional College Camperdown as we recognise MRC Diversity and Inclusion Week.

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Of Interest

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National Family Week

Each year, we celebrate National Families Week (May 15 - 21) – Australia’s annual celebration of families.

Young Vinnies Luncheon
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St Brigid’s College Horsham Young Vinnies organised and catered for a Staff Luncheon recently as a fundraiser for the local St Vincent de Paul Society.

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CEB Leadership Meet
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The Catholic Education Ballarat Leadership Team recently held its meeting at St Mary’s Primary School, Donald.

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Faith in Life

Way of the Cross procession

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The Way of the Cross event took to Ballarat streets on Good Friday as part of the Easter observance.

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Divine Mercy Sunday

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The Divine Mercy Sunday Mass was celebrated on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at St Patrick’s Cathedral Ballarat.

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In the Parishes

ANZAC Day

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In Nhill on ANZAC Day morning, St Patrick’s School students marched as part of the procession.

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150th Celebration

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St Augustine’s Creswick will celebrate their 150th anniversary.

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In the Parishes

All Saints Parish Portland Anniversary

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All Saints Parish Portland are celebrating their 175th Anniversary.

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Happenings in St Arnaud

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Celebrations at St Patrick’s School and the Parish Community, St Arnaud

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Our Diocesan Community

The first edition of Our Diocesan Community Magazine for 2022 is now available.

Alive in the Spirit

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Virtual Conference 2022: May 26-28, 2022.

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National Reconciliation Week

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Aboriginal Catholic Ministry online event.

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Faith in Life

Scripture of the week

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Take time to read and reflect on Sunday's Gospel.

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Reflection

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Prayer for this edition of e-News.

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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

May 29 – June 5, 2022.

Catholic Education Week

Catholic Education Week 2022 is celebrated from May 22-28, 2022.

“Amoris Laetitia" Family Year

The celebration of this year will conclude on June 26, 2022.

We are a community of communities from the Murray to the sea.
Inspired by the Gospel and nourished by the Eucharist,
we follow the example of Jesus and the guidance of the Holy Spirit,
reaching out in joyful and humble service,
caring for all of God’s creation,
growing in love day by day
and looking forward to life with God forever.

Diocesan Vision Statement 2020

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For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.

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Faith and War: Conserving the WWI Travelling Altar

Aquinas Young Vinnies – Volunteer Week
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Laudato Si' Week

Around the Diocese

DOBCEL Board Meeting

MRC Diversity and Inclusion Week

Of Interest

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National Family Week

Around the Diocese

Young Vinnies Luncheon
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CEB Leadership Meet
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Faith in Life

Way of the Cross procession

Divine Mercy Sunday

In the Parishes

ANZAC Day

150th Celebration

In the Parishes

All Saints Parish Portland Anniversary

Happenings in St Arnaud

Of Interest

Focus on

Our Diocesan Community

For your information

Alive in the Spirit

National Reconciliation Week

Faith in Life

Scripture of the week

Reflection

Focus On

For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.

Focus On

Faith and War: Conserving the WWI Travelling Altar

Aquinas Young Vinnies – Volunteer Week _____

Focus on

Focus on

Laudato Si' Week

Around the Diocese

DOBCEL Board Meeting

MRC Diversity and Inclusion Week

Of Interest

Focus on

National Family Week

Around the Diocese

Young Vinnies Luncheon _____

CEB Leadership Meet _____

Faith in Life

Way of the Cross procession

Divine Mercy Sunday

In the Parishes

ANZAC Day

150th Celebration

In the Parishes

All Saints Parish Portland Anniversary

Happenings in St Arnaud

Of Interest

Focus on

Our Diocesan Community

For your information

Alive in the Spirit

National Reconciliation Week

Faith in Life

Scripture of the week

Reflection

Aquinas Young Vinnies – Volunteer Week
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Young Vinnies Luncheon
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CEB Leadership Meet
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