February 18, 2025
Having recently read Pope Francis’, Hope, The Autobiography, I was able to develop a deeper insight and understanding of Jorge Mario Bergoglio and his openness to creativity. He recalls his schooling being built on a Catholic culture that created a conscious that was not just moral and Christian but human, social, playful and artistic. These elements have remained with him his entire life and may explain his love of the arts and culture.
February 18, 2025
As we draw closer to the Diocesan launch of the Jubilee Year, we are excited about the many opportunities that will be on offer throughout the year. For those wanting to learn more about a Jubilee go to: 10 Questions about a Jubilee
February 04, 2025
The Jubilee Year, Pilgrims of Hope has arrived!
December 10, 2024
When we hear the word evangelisation the image of enthusiastic singing, expressive forms of worship such as raising hands, clapping and being born again might come to mind. While these are not necessarily undesirable images, negative connotations and associations for some have arisen from the word evangelisation over the years. Certainly, there is a branch of Protestant Christianity that refer to themselves as being an Evangelical church, but evangelisation as a word and action really should apply to all authentic Christians.
November 26, 2024
With Advent commencing this coming Sunday we enter a season when we patiently wait reflecting on what is to come, that being HOPE!
November 12, 2024
It is hard to believe that 2024 is coming to a close and the door for the Jubilee year ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ will soon be opened. Being able to focus on prayer in 2024 as Pope Francis asked the faithful has presented the perfect opportunity to spiritually prepare ourselves for the 2025 celebrations. On reflection many individuals and groups across the diocese have spent the year intentionally praying and engaging in different types of prayers.
