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For The Diary

Conference plans to take participants on a transformative journey

International and local speakers will headline Evangelisation Australia’s “RENEWED” Why Be Catholic Conference. Source: The Record.

For The Diary

Fire Weekend a hot spot for faith formation and renewal experience

The Adelaide Fire Weekend is returning this month, with the event promising to “fan into flame” the gift of faith among youth, young adults, families and participants of all ages. Source: The Southern Cross.

For The Diary Mission

Honouring Pope Francis’s vision for a missionary Church

Since 2013, the Mission: One Heart, Many Voices conference has been inspired by Pope Francis’ words and direction for the global Church. Source: Catholic Mission.

Digital Life For The Diary

Platform will promote events and help Catholics connect

A new online hub for Catholic events has been officially launched, providing a central platform for Catholics across Australia to find, share, and promote events that foster connection, faith and Catholic leadership. Source: AMPJP.

For The Diary

Pope’s approval saved movement under threat

The Australian Cardijn Institute will host a webinar to mark 100 years since Cardinal Joseph Cardijn’s landmark first meeting with Pope Pius XI, when the pontiff gave his enthusiastic approval to the emerging movement of the Young Christian Workers (YCW).

Bishops For The Diary

‘Being a refugee has shaped me’: Bishop Long to tell his Vietnam War story

Parramatta Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv will offer a personal reflection on the atrocities of the Vietnam War at an Australian Catholic Historical Society event next month. Source: Catholic Outlook.

For The Diary Health

How nurses can remain compassionate without burning out

Burnout has become the defining struggle of the nursing profession in recent years, a phenomenon that philosopher-turned nurse Mark Lazenby knows too well. Source: ACU.

For The Diary Social Services

Cardinal Mykola to address social services conference

“Hope in Action” is the theme for the Catholic Social Services Australia National Conference, to be held in Sydney, March 19-20. 

For The Diary Safeguarding

Renowned safeguarding expert to lecture in Australia

Internationally renowned safeguarding expert Fr Hans Zollner SJ will touch down in Brisbane early next month to embark on a two-week long speaking tour of Australia. Source: ACSL.