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Bishop Paul's Christmas Message 2020
Words of encouragement.
 
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In the Parishes

The true spirit of Christmas


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A story of interdenominational support, caring and sharing of faith was alive in Patchewollocks’ Our Lady Help of Christians Church in the Victorian Mallee.

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More Faith, more Hope, and more Love

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St Patrick’s Parish in Nhill were blessed to have Fr Richard Leonard celebrate Mass on the Second Sunday of Advent with a presentation from him afterwards.

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CatholicCare Board Members appointed
The Catholic Bishops of Victoria are pleased to announce the appointments to the Board of CatholicCare Victoria, including the appointment of Mr John Sheldon as inaugural Chair.
 
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Parish News

Goodbye Fr Eugene, hello Fr Gerry

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After nine years as Parish Priest in the East Wimmera Parish, Fr Eugene McKinnon is moving.
 
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Dedicated and beloved principal retiring

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Angela Kealy, the dedicated and beloved Principal of St Malachy’s School Edenhope, retired at the end of the school year.

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Diocesan News

Tribute to Kath

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Kath Morton is being remembered as an inspirational and tireless advocate for asylum seekers and refugees and a loving mother, grandmother and friend.
 
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Christmas Mass Times 

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For Masses around the Diocese.




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Parish News

Farewell St Joseph’s

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A Farewell Mass, recognising ninety two years of faith, was held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church Nullawil recently. 

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Horsham Advent Mission 2020

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The Parish of St Michael and John’s Horsham have just concluded a three-day Mission conducted by Fr Richard Leonard SJ.

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General News

SJOG announces massive expansion

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St John of God Hospital Ballarat recently announced that it will undergo a $56 million expansion to meet growing community healthcare needs.

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A woman in today’s church                  
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A reflection from way back!!                                      



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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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Our Diocesan Community
Latest edition
The last edition of ODC for 2020 is now available on the Diocesan website.
 
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Catholic Diocese of Ballarat
December 22, 2020
Ballarat Catholic Diocesan Office Closures 2020/21
 
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Caritas Global Gifts
December 2020

You can give a gift that changes lives this Christmas
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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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