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Letter from Bishop Michael on the Passing of Pope Francis

Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis encouraged us all to act in faith. He was passionate about calling the world to care for the marginalised, to protect our common home, and to build a Church that reaches outward rather than turning inward.

Catholic Schools

Catherine McAuley students win National Artwork for 2025 NATSICC Assembly

Two talented Year 11 students from Catherine McAuley College, Medowie have received national recognition after their collaborative artwork was selected as the official logo for the 2025 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) Assembly.

Liturgy Matters

LITURGY MATTERS: Never Changing; Always New! Come Along To The Chrism Mass

As my friend and now retired colleague, Sr Louise Gannon rsj, has also said in the past, the Chrism Mass is one of my favourite events that features in the life of our diocese each year. It is very much ‘good liturgy, done well’, a liturgical celebration of diocesan life at its finest. This year’s Chrism Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday 15 April in Sacred Heart Cathedral, beginning at 7pm. Come along!

Faith Matters

FAITH MATTERS: Pilgrimage of Transformation

As we enter the second week of Lent, we encounter the story of the transfiguration, and I recall the reflection by Nicola Graham that forms part of the Diocesan Lenten Reflection, Journey of Hope.

Church

Opinion Piece for The Australian - Archbishop Costelloe on Anti-Semitism

Social Services

Caring for yourself and loved ones in the wake of Natural Disasters

Over the past several years, our communities have been deeply affected by a relentless series of natural disasters – bushfires, floods, and severe weather events. For many living in places like Taree and across the broader Hunter and Mid-Coast regions, these events have not been isolated. Instead, they have arrived in waves, one after another – often before the last recovery efforts were fully complete. If you’re finding yourself feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or even numb – know that this is a completely natural response.

Early Education

It's time to say thanks and celebrate mum

The following story was published in The Maitland Mercury.