Diocesan News
It takes a village
Diocesan & State RCIA Conferences – November 15-16. Register now!
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Faith in Life
Mass of Thanksgiving
Mass of Thanksgiving following the Ordination of Bishop Shane Mackinlay to be held Wednesday, November 13.
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Reflect on Sunday’s Scripture
Take the time to read and reflect on Sunday’s Gospel.
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Focus On
Message from Pope Francis for World Day of the Poor
The third World Day of the Poor, to be observed on Sunday, November 17, will focus on the theme “the hope of the poor shall not perish for ever”. The Church in Australia is recognising volunteers who work to bring hope to those in need.
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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.
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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.
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General News
Joan Chittister osb visits in 2020
The time is now - Getting back on Mission.
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Voices of Hope & Challenge
In conjunction with Yarra Theological Union, Garratt Publishing is pleased to present the “Voices of Hope and Challenge” conference,
November 15-17. An important conference designed to help faith filled people better understand some of the most important and complex issues that face the Australian Catholic Church and those that will be crucial to the success of the upcoming Plenary Council.
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Focus On
LISTEN TO THE SPIRIT AND SING!
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The largest gathering of Catholic Pastoral Musicians in Australia was celebrated from October 1-3.
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DIOCESAN EDUCATION LEADERS GATHER
Diocesan Education leaders gathered in Horsham on October 30 and 31 to continue the strategic planning work commenced earlier in the year.
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NEW COLLABORATION
With the launch of a new collaboration between Ballarat Police and Centacare, Victims of Crime will have a faster way of getting support.
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RESPECT CUP
On Friday, October 25, the first ‘Respect Cup’ was held.
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STEM 4 IN MILDURA
On October 10 - 11, Year 9 students from St Joseph’s College Mildura attended the STEM 4 Sunraysia program at SuniTAFE.
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ALL SAINTS PORTLAND CELEBRATES
A wonderful celebration, commemorating 175 years since the first Catholic Eucharist in Portland, was held on November 3 at All Saints Church Portland.
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BIGGER AND BETTER
The Making A Scene at Christmas display is growing.
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MERCY CELEBRATIONS
Catherine McAuley would surely have smiled upon her Sisters as they gathered for Jubilee Celebrations.
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RESEARCH RECOGNISES BENEFITS
A research paper analysing the experiences of Tongan healthcare workers who have taken part in the St John of God Ballarat Hospital’s Tonga Twinning Program, has outlined the importance of the program in supporting healthcare.
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In the Parishes |
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ACTIVE AUXILIARY BUSY FUNDRAISING
St John of God Warrnambool Hospital is fortunate to have a highly engaged auxiliary working tirelessly to fundraise for items for the hospital.
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CATHERINE'S BAKE SALE
Recently, Mercy Action Group students from St Joseph’s College Mildura cooked for The Catherine’s Bake Sale stall.
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HELPING GROW AND BRING ABOUT CHANGE
A focus on building a "culturally safe" environment with a strong sense of Indigenous cultures has created a tangible feel of community at St Alipius Parish School, Ballarat East.
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