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In The Dioceses

Archdiocese launches ‘Year of the Holy Spirit’ 

The Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese has launched a “Year of the Holy Spirit”, which aims to be “a remarkable period of spiritual enrichment and transformation” for the archdiocese. Source: Catholic Voice. 

In The Dioceses Safeguarding

Independent accreditation organisation praises commitment of Archdiocese 

Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese has demonstrated a commitment to being leaders in the field of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, an independent accreditation organisation has found. Source: Catholic Voice.

Funeral In The Dioceses

Final act of mercy brings dignity to Sydney four who died in poverty

Four Sydneysiders who died without the means for a burial were honoured at the Bringing Them Home interment service for the homeless at Rookwood Catholic Cemetery, led by Sydney Auxiliary Bishop Terence Brady. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

In The Dioceses Religious Orders

‘Community of communities’ plan sees Jesuits return to Brisbane

The Jesuits are returning to Brisbane as part of a new “community of communities” approach to ministry. Source: The Catholic Leader.

In The Dioceses

Church holds ‘Day of prayer and reflection’ after tragic deaths of three locals

A “Day of prayer and reflection” was held at St Joseph’s Church in Korumburra, Victoria, on Saturday following the deaths of three locals in a tragedy that affected the small community and surrounding area. Source: South Gippsland Sentinel-Times.

In The Dioceses

Exorcism is ‘the power of Jesus’

Melbourne Archdiocese’s official exorcist has reflected on his 12 years in the role at a “God and Beer” event hosted by the Knights of the Southern Cross this week. Source: Melbourne Catholic.

Evangelisation In The Dioceses

Putting faith in the front seat for millennials

Faith can often take a backseat to the constant “go-go-go” of adult life. It is a challenge that Evangelisation Brisbane’s Arnie Hurdoyal and David Kruse know all too well. Source: The Catholic Leader.

In The Dioceses

Sydney Archdiocese moves from Polding Centre to new home

After more than 21 years as home to the Sydney Archdiocese, the Polding Centre in Sydney’s CBD will close its doors for the last time this month as the chancery moves to Leichhardt. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

In The Dioceses Vocations

Fun runners aim to raise awareness of Catholic vocations

A team taking part in the annual City2Surf fun run in Sydney this Sunday will be raising awareness about Catholic vocations. Source: Catholic Outlook.