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Ancient art of bellringing still holds a-peal for young practitioners
- . 31 May 2024
Nicolette Axiak has been bellringing at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Parramatta, for three years and considers herself “still very much in the early days” of mastering the craft. Source: Catholic Outlook.
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Rockhampton bishop celebrates 10 years of episcopal ministry
- . 29 May 2024
Rockhampton Bishop Michael McCarthy will today mark 10 years of episcopal ministry with Mass at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Rockhampton. Source: The Catholic Leader.
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Brisbane parishes receive toolkit to help fight modern slavery
- . 27 May 2024
Brisbane parishes can now access a new anti-slavery toolkit to help break exploitation practices and raise awareness about the reality facing tens of thousands of people in Australia. Source: The Catholic Leader.
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Setting Sale Diocese up for a hope-filled future
- . 23 May 2024
On Pentecost Sunday, the Sale Diocese launched its diocesan consultation process that will take place from June to October, ahead of its Diocesan Assembly in February 2025.
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Marian procession a demonstration of Adelaide’s faith
- . 21 May 2024
More than 2000 Catholics joined in a public and prayerful demonstration of their faith when they participated in the 75th annual Marian Procession in Adelaide on Pentecost Sunday. Source: The Southern Cross.
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Cathedral’s story shapes faithful people of Queensland
- . 20 May 2024
Brisbane Archbishop Mark Coleridge led hundreds of students, teachers, clergy, religious, church workers, parishioners, dignitaries and guests in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the blessing and dedication of St Stephen’s Cathedral. Source: The Catholic Leader.
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Our Lady of Fatima parade blessed by pause in rain
- . 14 May 2024
It was a welcome pause in a week of record rainfall, but no sooner had the statue of Our Lady returned to St Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney after her feast day procession did the heavens – and umbrellas – re-open. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
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Sydney gears up for major processions
- . 9 May 2024
As winter looms and the temperature drops, procession season heats up in Sydney, with the city gearing up for the incredible sight of thousands of Catholic faithful taking to the streets. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
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New curriculum aims to encourage children’s natural curiosity
- . 8 May 2024
A world of exploration and wonder has blossomed for children around the Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese, with the launch of the Early Years Religious Education Curriculum. Source: Catholic Voice.