The Knights of the Southern Cross Australia will gather in Brisbane this week for a national conference aimed at renewing their mission and strengthening its response to an increasingly secular culture. Source: The Catholic Leader.
The 10th National Triennial Conference, running from May 22–24 and hosted by the Queensland branch of the Knights, will bring together members from across Australia under the theme “Renewing our mission in the community through fraternity and service”.
Held in the St Stephen’s Cathedral precinct and incorporating the Queensland State Conference, the gathering marks a significant moment for the fraternity founded in 1919, as members reflect on how to continue serving the Church and society in a changing landscape.
National leader, Supreme Knight Vince Granahan, said the conference was intended to challenge members to deepen their commitment and strengthen fraternity.
“This conference challenges us to strengthen our brotherhood and to respond generously to the needs of the Church in today’s cultural context,” he said.
Queensland chairman Michael Cuskelly said hosting the event was an important opportunity for the local branch.
“It is a privilege for Queensland to host this national gathering, bringing together Knights from every state to share fellowship, formation and vision for the future of our order,” he said.
The conference theme reflects the Knights’ desire to move beyond fellowship alone and toward renewed engagement with the challenges facing families, faith communities and Australian society.
To help shape that discussion, organisers have assembled speakers from public life, education, healthcare and Catholic leadership, including former prime minister Tony Abbott.
The conference will conclude with an installation ceremony on Sunday, marking the beginning of a new three-year cycle of leadership and service.
Organisers hope the gathering will provide the Knights with more than administrative direction.
It is intended as an opportunity to renew a mission built on faith, fraternity and service – and to consider how a century-old Catholic organisation can continue offering public witness in contemporary Australia.
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Brisbane hosting national gathering of Knights focusing on faith and service (The Catholic Leader)
