Service for Peace
Bishop Michael Kennedy and the Diocesan Ecumenical and Interfaith Council invite you to a communal Service for Peace on 12 December.

St Joseph's Church East Maitland hosts its second pet blessing
November 10, 2023

Hunter Community Alliance builds up the region’s power
November 07, 2023

Recognising Mental Health Month
October 10, 2023

Cooking up kindness: Donation transforms Hamilton South Community Kitchen
September 29, 2023

Hindu Community visits our Diocese
September 13, 2023
LATEST IN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Handing over hampers to help those in need this Christmas
This article has been produced by The Newcastle Herald.
DOING their part to help their community this Christmas, students at St Jospeh's Primary School, Kilaben Bay have been collecting non-perishable items for hampers.
In the last couple of weeks they have bagged cans of tin fruit and vegetables, packets of chips, biscuits and chocolate, pudding and long-life milk and custard.

Lower Hunter Primary Christmas Story Art Competition
December 07, 2023

2023 NSWCCC Blue Awards
December 06, 2023

Sporting Champions of the Future
November 27, 2023

Holy Family Primary School, Merewether triumphs at 2023 FISAF
November 22, 2023

2023 HSC Nominations
November 17, 2023
LITURGY MATTERS: Exuberant Praise and Worship
When engaging and addressing the spirituality of young people, it is important to understand where they are, especially in light of an eclectic and uncertain world. As more young people find ways to navigate this ever-changing society, providing them with spiritual guidance can strengthen their connection and growth with their faith.

LITURGY MATTERS: Christian Initiation and The Gift of Storytelling
November 14, 2023

LITURGY MATTERS: Liturgy and Mission - a word from Bishop Michael
October 31, 2023

LITURGY MATTERS: Mystery and Mission
October 17, 2023

LITURGY MATTERS: ACU Public Lectures
October 03, 2023

LITURGY MATTERS: Pay attention!
September 19, 2023

LITURGY MATTERS: Choosing Repentance – Seeking Healing
September 05, 2023
FAITH MATTERS: Staying awake to the murmuration of hope
During the first week of Advent in this liturgical cycle scripture encourages us to stay awake and to be alert to everything in the present and into the future. It is also the week that places an emphasis on hope with the lighting of the prophecy candle to remind us that God will fulfil his promise through the birth of Jesus.

FAITH MATTERS: The Need for Healing
November 21, 2023

FAITH MATTERS: Make your Paths Straight
November 07, 2023

FAITH MATTERS: Fresh eyes to see a new
October 24, 2023

FAITH MATTERS: The Synodal Way
October 10, 2023

FAITH MATTERS: Sharing the Good News with children
September 26, 2023

FAITH MATTERS: The Season of Creation
September 12, 2023
LATEST IN OPINION & COMMENT
TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Our Mission to Mercy
In this week’s message, I have chosen to share with you some of my readings over the past two weeks, now that the NSW legislation for Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) has come into being.

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Our Care for Our Earth
November 28, 2023

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Journeying Together
November 21, 2023

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Synodal Leadership
November 14, 2023

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: A Synodal Church in Mission
November 07, 2023

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Synodality, discernment and listening
October 31, 2023

TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: Hearts on Fire
October 24, 2023
LATEST IN CHURCH
Church in Australia carrying forward its pursuit of synodality
A letter to the People of God in Australia has been prepared to provide an update on the Church’s progress beyond the conclusion of the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia.

Service of Solidarity with Gaza and the Holy Land
November 21, 2023

Prison Sunday 2023
November 08, 2023

Caritas Australia launches Gaza Appeal to support displaced families
October 23, 2023

Catholic Church says referendum result should usher in new era
October 16, 2023

Bishops’ statement calls for ‘new engagement’ with First Peoples
August 18, 2023
LATEST IN SOCIAL SERVICES
CatholicCare launches Christmas Hamper Drive
CatholicCare is hoping to distribute much-needed hampers throughout our community this Christmas, and we need your support!

CatholicCare reaches emotional milestone
November 14, 2023

CatholicCare partners with Safewill
September 08, 2023

Volunteer serves hope and smiles at Taree Community Kitchen
August 29, 2023

CatholicCare delivers support to those who are struggling
August 22, 2023

Bushland Breakfast Club unites community
August 15, 2023

Donation hits the right key at CatholicCare’s Refugee Hub
August 08, 2023
LATEST IN EARLY EDUCATION
$500 voucher to be issued to parents for Before and After-School Care & Vacation Care
St Nicholas OOSH is currently finalising the process of becoming a registered provider for the NSW Government’s BASC Voucher Program.

St Nick's has a brand new website
January 29, 2019

St Nicholas Early Education celebrates graduation day 2018
December 19, 2018

Child-led play-based early education available at Raymond Terrace
November 13, 2018

St Nick's Raymond Terrace aims to save preschool places
October 02, 2018