Here we explore the implications of Baptism as the centre piece of Christian belonging. We relate this to the ritual itself, the key symbols. As well, we discuss its intimate connection to Confirmation, and how this helps us to understand and celebrate that sacrament Session 1: Monday 26 May 2025
The exodus was one of the fundamental events that came to define God’s people. It’s not much of an exaggeration to say that the rest of the Bible was written as a reaction to God’s decision to rescue Israel from Egypt in the exodus. Understanding the exodus helps unlock the
ACU Rome Campus The Makarios conference aims to convene scholars from theology, philosophy, history, and the social sciences to explore the past, present, and future of Christianity's complex engagement with character and virtue as it relates to human flourishing.The conference is a joint undertaking of the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry at Australian
A Catholic Mission Immersion gives a small group of students or adults unparalleled opportunities to move beyond being merely tourists through the long-standing partnerships that Catholic Mission has built with Indigenous communities within Australia and communities around the world. The purpose of an immersion is to allow participants to experience
This is one of the two best known parishes in the world, and is sharing its experience of positive growth... Can You Imagine… your parish alive with RENEWED energy and purpose? The future of the Catholic Church is bursting with abundant opportunity! Now is the time to reimagine your parish, inspire
Embark on a profound journey into the heart of Ireland’s Catholic heritage. Walk in the footsteps of the faithful, from St. Patrick, St. Kevin and St Brigid, to the devoted Sisters of Mercy and Presentation Sisters. Experience the timeless beauty of Ireland’s sacred sites and historic cities, each graced by
Save the date: 20 June 2025 Exploring essential skills for boosting results and presentations from a broad range of teachers on the innovations that are making a difference in the classroom. Sydney Central Hotel
Wednesday, 14 May 2025 5-6pm (NZ time) via Zoom Speaker: Rebecca Taylor-Hunt (Director, Catholic Enquiry Centre) This series of online webinars features graduates and senior students from CTC. These thought-provoking sessions will explore faith, leadership, and contemporary challenges in ministry, and inspire us to be pilgrims of hope. General Information: Each session is unique so
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
Located in Turin is the most scientifically scrutinised artefact in the world; the linen cloth known as the Holy Shroud. This cloth is believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ. The two-day Australian Holy Shroud Conference 2025, which includes a Shroud Artefact Exhibition, intends to make
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
This two-hour session for Boards and Trustees includes identifying the roles and responsibilities in safeguarding based on legal and canonical requirements, and strengthening organisational policies as part of a safeguarding framework.
Sydney 10-13 July 2025 Broken Bay Cathedral Precinct, Waitara One of the key youth events held each year in Brisbane and Broken Bay. More to come!
RETREATS 2025 Each of these fully catered Ignatian retreats are silent, with daily spiritual direction and Eucharist. The eight on suite rooms at Mary McKillop Centre offer a prayerful spacious environment in a superb setting for a personal retreat in the dynamic of the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius. 8 DAY
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Pope Francis and Patriarch Bartholomew share an historic moment of reconciliation! A moment when the church begins to breathe again with TWO lungs. Today, the call to breathe with the lungs of the East and the West, takes on new meaning in this Holy Year. During these five days, participant
Five day taste of the Aussie Camino Min. 4 Max. 8 Walkers plus leader 5 nights/4 days walking Fitness - Moderate, this country is relatively flat however long days of road walking can be tough on feet. Taste of the Aussie Camino - Mary Mackillop Pilgrimage Bunganditj/Boandik Country Explore the diverse
What is this mysterious reality we call prayer? Is it a luxury for the leisurely? A practice reserved for those who are good enough to do it? And even if we are interested in praying, how do we go about doing it, and what should we expect to happen? These
Too often conscience is associated with a ‘guilty conscience’ but in fact conscience is a whole lot bigger than that and is something which precedes our choosing or doing anything. Forming consciences that can lead us to make good choices is one of the most important tasks for the Church.
This two-hour interactive workshop allows learners to explore the term 'adult at risk' and identify the essential safeguarding principles related to individuals within this category. The workshop will cover defining the term 'adult at risk', identifying risk factors, describing the issue of transient risk and exploring safeguarding considerations for adults
