In March 2020, Pope Francis announced that the theme for the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops would be “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”. He invited the entire Church to reflect on this theme that he saw as decisive for its life and mission:
We are delighted to announce a major international conference to take place on 24-25 April 2025 at the University of Oxford: Theology and Integral Ecology: New Approaches to our Planetary Crisis. The conference will address questions at the intersection of theology and integral ecology, exploring the interconnectedness of the social, cultural,
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Santa Teresa is a place of: Encounter with God: as guests take time out of their lives, for some, a once in a lifetime experience, while for others an annual spiritual health check, to reconnect with God and to grow deeper in this relationship. Quiet Prayer and Reflection: for some, silence is
The Camino de Sydney is a pilgrimage of discovery in Sydney, Australia. It covers 600 km over 29 days of walking. The Camino de Sydney is a pilgrimage of 29 days which is divided into 7 stages: Over the Pyrenees, Meseta, Southern Cross, Star of the Sea, Mary MacKillop, Galicia
The Church as the Mystical Body of Christ Presented by Dr Mario Baghos This course will explore the relationship between Jesus Christ as head of the Church and the faithful as his mystical or spiritual body. Focusing on the Scriptures and Tradition, it will show that God was preparing the
This session has been designed for those with leadership responsibilities in Catholic organisations including bishops and congregational leaders of religious institutes. This training has been written to meet the requirements of NCSS Standard 5.3.2 it is held in two sessions around six weeks apart
We are excited to announce we are partnering with knowmore Legal Service to offer this upcoming learning opportunity. Equip yourself with the critical knowledge needed to navigate the legal and legislative requirements and environment when working with and supporting victims and survivors of child sexual abuse. This essential training session
DREAM BIG WEBINAR We are delighted to invite all parents and carers to the first in a series of free online webinars on helping children find their passions, pathways and careers. This is in collaboration with BEYOND, who offer a free, highly personalised careers that helps students discover their interests
This short course explores the theological virtues that lie at the heart of Christian faith and theology. Faith, Hope and Love will explore what the 'theological virtues' are and how they serve as the means through which Christ transforms our lives, relationships and actions. Delivered across four face-to-face sessions, the
Uniting Mission, Service, and Community At CDF, we believe that collaboration is key to creating positive change. Our Catholic Connect workshops are a platform for bringing Catholic organisations across Melbourne and regional Victoria together to share ideas, build networks, and work toward a shared mission of service. In 2024, over
Where do we find hope and what role does hope play in effective leadership? The 2025 Jubilee theme ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ invites us to consider current events and how we might find and contribute to a climate of hope in troubling times. Ahead of International Women’s Day, CDF and CSSV
Given the experience of economic and social uncertainty that faces so many of us throughout the motu at the moment, do you find yourself wanting some time away from these pressures? Perhaps you feel the need for more than a break or a holiday: space to reflect on your life;
A panel presentation and discussion with Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Very Rev Fr Chris De Souza, Fr Brian Lucas Archbishop Mark Coleridge BA DSS leads the Archdiocese of Brisbane, offering spiritual guidance with wisdom, dedication, and faith. Very Rev Chris de Souza, General Secretary, Australian Catholic Bishops Conference. In addition to many
Sunday 16th February from 2:00 - 5:00 pm (AEDT) Online via Zoom Led by Kate Scholl Introducing the Intensive Journal® process Online Session (3 hours) This 3 hour online workshop offers a brief introduction to the work of Dr Ira Progoff on the dynamic of the Intensive Journal method. Participants
A camino spirit, a two-day pilgrimage walk during the first weekend of Lent 2025 from Heathcote to Bendigo via the historic O’Keefe Rail Trail. Be a pilgrim and walk in peace meditating the steps of Jesus to the cross. Inspired by the notable El Camino de Santiago.
Mary MacKillop Place in collaboration with Australian Catholic University is pleased to invite you to celebrate International Women's Day 2025 with the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy, in conjunction with ACU's Women's Leadership for Mission Program to dialogue on the theme of 'Women of Hope' This is a free event.
Eremos Inaugural 2025 gathering (Online) Sunday 9 March 3 - 4:30 pm (AEDT) Building on the 2024 Listening to Country Series, our inaugural gathering for 2025 is led by elder, academic, community leader and passionate advocate Professor Anne Poelina. Her address will explore the Martuwarra (Fitzroy River) as one of
This interactive workshop allows learners to explore safeguarding risk management and identify the essential tools, considerations and steps within such processes. Learning Outcomes By completing this module participants will be able to: identify the importance of risk management as a component of safeguarding identify and describe common safeguarding risks within
A model for a synodal Church Stepahn Gigarcz recalls the March 1925 meeting between Cardjin and Pope Pius XI, who approved the YCW in what Yves Congar described as a prohetic encounter between periphery and centre. Webinar details Tuesday 11 March 2025, 7.00pm AEDT Register https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GqwAabqISp6Wai_cIFX0Ww
