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Our Lady of Fatima parade blessed by pause in rain
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.
Sydney gears up for major processions
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.
New curriculum aims to encourage children’s natural curiosity
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.
Camino walkers regather at feast of St Joseph the Worker
Following on from Sydney’s successful Camino of St Joseph, more than 300 men came together to celebrate the feast of St Joseph the Worker and the end of their 33-day consecration to the saint. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Camino walk unites 700 men in brotherhood and faith
Nearly 750 faithful men set out on a 22-kilometre trek through the night in an expression of Catholic masculinity and solidarity on April 26. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Adelaide assembly to focus on synodality and discernment
Adelaide Archdiocese has announced its 2024 Diocesan Assembly will be held in June, with a focus on synodality and discernment. Source: The Southern Cross.
Broome extends its PALM to Timor-Leste workers
It was fitting that Sunday’s Gospel reading evoked the image of the vine and the branches when Our Lady Queen of Peace Cathedral in Broome hosted more than 50 people from Timor-Leste. Source: Broome Diocese.
Ironman priest finds unique way to evangelise
For Hobart priest Fr Leo Zenarosa, sport is the perfect way to evangelise in modern Australian society. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Sydney Archdiocese to host services for Bondi community
Sydney Archdiocese will host a Vigil Mass and prayer service on Saturday for the victims and those affected by the stabbing attack at Westfield Bondi Junction last weekend. Source: The Catholic Weekly.