Pongal
Pongal is a four-day harvest festival celebrated by Tamil people in India and Sri Lanka, dedicated to the Hindu Son of God Surya, thanking Surya for agricultural abundance.
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Epiphany (Orthodox)
Also known as The Feast of Theophany, this observance commemorates Christ's baptism by John the Baptist in the River Jordan.
Chinese New Year
Also known as Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival, the Chinese New Year is the most important holiday in China and for Chinese people around the world. Celebrated by Buddhist, Confucian, and Taoist practitioners.
“Walking together: what lies ahead on the journey to a Synodal Church”
Newman College, Melbourne 887 Swanston St, Parkville, Victoria, AustraliaPublic Forum for 150 people facilitated by Rev Frank Brennan SJ with Sister Nathalie Becquart XMCJ. Nathalie is a French Sister of the Congregation of Xavières. In May 2019 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Consultor to the Synod of Bishops and in 2021 she was appointed by Pope
Towards a spirituality of synodality
Newman College, Melbourne 887 Swanston St, Parkville, Victoria, AustraliaPublic lecture for 150 people or watch online as live stream withSister Nathalie Becquart XMCJ. Nathalie is a French Sister of the Congregation of Xavières. In May 2019 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Consultor to the Synod of Bishops and in 2021 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Undersecretary
The Synod on Synodality – Why we should care?
SYNODALITY is a Church word for inclusive leadership, listening to the sense of faith of the faithful. Pope Francis has called a two-part Synod on Synodality in Rome in 2023 and 2024. The Bishops’ Conferences of Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific) are meeting in Fiji
“Walking together: what lies ahead on the journey to a Synodal Church”
St Patrick's Cathedral Hall, Parramatta 1 Marist Place, Parramatta, NSW, AustraliaPublic Forum for 250 people with Sister Nathalie Becquart XMCJ. Nathalie is a French Sister of the Congregation of Xavières. In May 2019 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Consultor to the Synod of Bishops and in 2021 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Undersecretary of the Synod of
“Towards a spirituality of synodality”
St Patrick's Cathedral Hall, Parramatta 1 Marist Place, Parramatta, NSW, AustraliaPublic lecture for 700 people or watch online as live stream with Sister Nathalie Becquart XMCJ. Nathalie is a French Sister of the Congregation of Xavières. In May 2019 she was appointed by Pope Francis as Consultor to the Synod of Bishops and in 2021 she was appointed by Pope Francis
Nirvana Day
Nirvana Day (or Parinirvana Day) is a Mahayana holiday which celebrates the day when the Buddha is said to have achieved Parinirvana (complete enlightenment) upon the death of his physical body.
MahaShivaratri
MahaShivaratri (or ‘Great Night of Shiva’) is a festival celebrated in honour of the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, one of the deities of the Hindu Trinity.
Lailat al Miraj
Observance of Prophet Muhammad’s night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascension (al Miraj) to heaven and return the same night. Also known as ‘Night of Journey’ (al Isra).
Modern Slavery: MPJP Canonical Stewards respond
What is modern slavery? How is it present in Australia? Modern Slavery Act 2018 Appropriate responses to modern slavery? Catholic Social Teaching and modern slavery What is the role of ACAN and ACRATH? What role is there for MPJP Canonical Stewards? Presenters: Rosemary Copeland: Co-Chair Kildare Ministries Christine Carolan, National
Tibetan (Buddhist) New Year
The Tibetan (Buddhist) New Year, also known as Losar, is a three-day festival where people visit monasteries, make offerings, receive blessings and take part in various activities symbolizing purification and welcoming in the new.
Ash Wednesday
Lent is the period of 40 days (not including Sundays) which comes before Easter, traditionally a time of fasting and reflection. The 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the desert overcoming temptation by Satan. In Western Christianity, it begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Maundy Thursday.
Great Lent (Orthodox)
Great Lent is the period of 40 days which comes before Easter, traditionally a time of fasting and reflection. The 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the desert overcoming temptation by Satan. In the Orthodox Church, Great Lent starts on Clean Monday and ends on the Friday before
AICD Company Directors Course
This online program is delivered as a flexible 19-week program (including pre-reading time and optional assessment period). Comprised of five topics that are delivered over one day per week for five weeks. The course includes relevant case studies, comprehensive course materials, director tools, facilitated online learning sessions, and the assistance
Magha Puja Day
Celebration of the presentation of teachings by the Buddha to a spontaneous gathering of 1250 arahants (holy men). Also known as ‘Great Assembly Day’ or ‘Sangha Day’.
Purim
Commemorates the time when the Jewish people living in Persia were saved from extermination by the courage of a young Jewish woman, Queen Esther. Preceded by the Fast of Esther, Purim is a joyous holiday.
Holi
A joyous Hindu festival that celebrates love, spring and the victory of good over evil. People throw colored water or colored powder in celebration. Holika Dahan, the burning of an effigy of a mythical demoness named Holika, is performed the night before.
Lailat al Bara’ah
Islamic event. On this night, God approaches the Earth to call humanity and to grant forgiveness of sins. Shia and Sunni interpretations may vary on the meaning of this date.
