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Acutis Project begins in Bathurst with formation gathering
Bathurst Diocese has hosted the first formation gathering of the Acutis Project, a new initiative for young adults seeking to grow in faith and community.
New deacon shows devotion to Our Lady with flowers on Valentine’s Day
On Valentine’s Day, Lawrence Zimbe offered a bouquet not to a sweetheart, but to Our Lady represented by her statue, following his ordination to the diaconate by Sydney Auxiliary Bishop Daniel Meagher. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Albany church to become Bunbury’s first diocesan shrine
St Joseph’s Church in Albany, Western Australia, will next month become Bunbury Diocese’s first diocesan shrine.
Mass to mark 30th anniversary of cathedral fire
Thirty years ago, a devastating fire tore through St Patrick’s Cathedral in Parramatta – a moment seared into the memory of parishioners, clergy, and school communities of the Parramatta Diocese. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Construction begins on long-awaited church in western Sydney
Construction has officially begun on Sacred Heart Parish Westmead’s new church, launching a new chapter for the 75-year-old parish. Source: Parramatta Diocese.
Handmade rosaries offer support for hospital patients and families
About 450 rosaries handmade by volunteers from Parramatta parishes, agencies, schools and the Diocesan Chancery have been shared with patients and families in Western Sydney hospitals. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Broken Bay Synod ‘more than an event’
Broken Bay Bishop Anthony Randazzo has announced the framework for a Diocesan Synod to be held next year.
Vacant corner of Bendigo to become vibrant precinct
Demolition has been completed and the Cathedral Square development beside Bendigo’s Sacred Heart Cathedral is now officially on course. Source: Sandpiper.
Pilgrimage brings Camino tradition to Tasmania
Inspired by the Camino de Santiago, Tasmania’s Way to St James pilgrimage returned for its tenth year, connecting walkers from the Huon Valley and across the world. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.