Important message shining brightly at Sacred Heart Cathedral
You may have noticed that Sacred Heart Cathedral is looking very bright at night.
You’re invited to the Ordination of Deacon Solomon Okovido
Bishop Michael Kennedy will ordain Deacon Omeiza Solomon Okovido to the priesthood on 23 November at Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Prison Sunday 2024: Hear from our Prison Chaplains
On Sunday 10 November, the Catholic Church across Australia will recognise Prison Sunday.
Halloween and what we can do as Christians.
Halloween, once a predominantly American celebration, has now firmly taken root in Australian society. But what exactly is Halloween? Observed on October 31st, it marks the eve (or “een”) of All Saints Day on November 1st. The term “Hallow” means holy, as in “hallowed be thy name.” Historically, Halloween originated as a pre-Christian Celtic festival marking the end of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Pagans believed that the increased darkness allowed spirits to be more mischievous, leading people to leave out treats to appease them.
10 tips to start looking after your Mental Health
This Thursday 10 October is World Mental Health Day – a day to unite the local and global community and put a spotlight on mental health and mental illness.
This day serves as an important reminder that mental health is important to every one of us, and raises awareness of the ways we can look after ourselves, connect with others and seek help if we need it.
10 Questions about Bishops
In our next installment of 10 Questions, Worship and Prayer Officer Fiona Duque answer some questions about Bishops.
National Police Remembrance Day 2024
“It is important for us to come together to remember those police officers who have given their lives in the line of duty.”
Crossing Cultures: Hidden Histories inspires connection and shared learning
Late last month dozens of people took a step back in time during a guided journey through 65,000 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history.