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In The Dioceses Jubilee 2025

New Bishop of Bunbury opens hospital’s ‘Door of Hope’

In his first public action as the new Bishop of Bunbury, Bishop George Kolodziej SDS opened a “Door of Hope” at St John of God Bunbury Hospital. Source: The Record.

In The Dioceses Synod

Brisbane taking steps to implement actions of SYNOD24 

Parishes, ministries and communities across Brisbane Archdiocese were represented as 25 synod members gathered to chart the path forward for implementing the archdiocese’s SYNOD24 action plans. Source: The Catholic Leader.

Arts In The Dioceses

‘No Greater Love’: Christ’s passion brought to life

The Hobart Archdiocese has brought The Passion of Christ to the stage, with its theatrical production, No Greater Love.

In The Dioceses Synod

Archbishop Fisher announces Synod of Sydney to be held next year

Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP and Auxiliary Bishop Daniel Meagher have outlined the vision for the upcoming Synod of Sydney, set to take place from April 30-May 3, 2026. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

In The Dioceses

Turning of the first sod for Australia’s newest parish

The turning of the first sod for the new parish building at St Luke’s Catholic Parish in Sydney’s Marsden Park marks the start of an exciting project for the growing Catholic community in Sydney’s northwest. Source: Parramatta Diocese.

In The Dioceses Youth

Perth Archdiocese launches Catholic Youth Assembly 

Perth Archdiocese has launched its Catholic Youth Assembly, a move aimed at boosting youth involvement in the Church. Source: The Record.

In The Dioceses Sacraments

Young people open their eyes to reconciliation

Young people are discovering the healing ministry of the Church as the organisers of Brisbane’s “Reco Rally” prepare for large numbers at the praise, worship and reconciliation event this week. Source: The Catholic Leader.

Feast Day In The Dioceses

Archbishop Comensoli delivers 2025 Patrick Oration 

The annual Patrick Oration, delivered on the feast of St Patrick, has become an important occasion for reflecting on the life of the Church and its mission in Melbourne. Source: Melbourne Catholic.

In The Dioceses Synod

Bishop announces diocesan Synod for Cairns

Cairns Bishop Joe Caddy wants to hear from people across the Cairns community as he announces a diocesan Synod to begin later this year. Source: The Catholic Leader.