The Uluru Statement from the Heart has been invoked by the newly elected Labor government, which has been celebrated by some as a sign of hope and reconciliation. The Statement has wide, but not universal, support from First Nations communities. It is framed in terms of a specific historical period

Bill Uren SJ: Scholar-in-Residence at Newman College at the University of Melbourne. Miriam Pawlak: International Coordinator for the German Synodal Path. Teresa Hohmann: International Coordinator for the German Synodal Path.   The first of a series of Zoom events addressing Inclusion in the Church presented by Garratt Publishing and Yarra Theological Union Over four Wednesday

Patricia Gemmell: Member of the National Leadership Team of the Grail in Australia. Peter Maher: Retired priest and editor of The Swag.   The second of a series of Zoom events addressing Inclusion in the Church presented by Garratt Publishing and Yarra Theological Union Over four Wednesday evenings in August we focus on

Both seasoned and emerging Catholic social services leaders need to maintain a strong sense of confidence to best engage in the creative diversity of our sector, so as to meet the challenges of keeping to core purpose in a volatile working environment. CSSV has designed a four-part learning experience to

MPJP Canonical Stewards from across Australia joined by ACBC President and CRA President 5.300pm - Drinks and hors d'oeuvres 6.00pm - AGM 7.00pm - AMPJP Dinner (sponsored by Catholic Church Insurance) see MPJP Executive Officers for registration information

The Catholic Health Australia National Conference 2022 will be held in Brisbane. The conference theme is "Facing the Future Together" and will bring together leaders in the field to discuss what they have learned over the past year and assess the challenges that lie ahead, such as the sector’s resilience,

An AMPJP event where all the canonical stewards of Australian Ministerial PJPs gather to network, discuss shared concerns, hear information on common issues, and discuss responses to shared goals/issues. 8.30am - Morning prayer Input and discussion 1 – Synodality and MPJP Governance Input and discussion 2 – MPJP Leaders creating

Benjamin Oh:  Founder and co-chair of Rainbow Catholics InterAgency for Ministry. Claude Mostowick msc:  President, Pax Christi Australia. Dr Francis Donovan OAM: A non-binary transgender person with a background advocating for recognition, inclusion, and participation of all LGBTQIA+ Catholics in the Church. Marg Hayes: Co-ordinator of Catholic HIV/AIDS Ministry.   The third of a

Claire Victory:  National President of the St Vincent de Paul Society. She works as a solicitor and lives on Kaurna land (Adelaide). Ian Cameron: Enlightened Plenary Council member for the Archdiocese of Adelaide.   The final of a series of Zoom events addressing Inclusion in the Church presented by Garratt Publishing and Yarra

The Season of Creation begins September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and ends October 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of ecology. As this year’s Season of Creation nears, we provide a recap of how we’ve prepared to celebrate this meaningful occasion

LITURGY ON THE MARGINS Australian Diaconal Ministry, Present and Future FEAST OF ST. PHOEBE, WEBINAR The Australian Catholics Exploring the Diaconate would like to invite you to a Webinar on the Feast of St Phoebe, Saturday 3rd September 2022, 10am-12pm AEST. We are very privileged to be hearing from international

The aim of the NCEC 2022 Conference is to bring together school and system leaders, educators, clergy and religious, students, educational professionals, researchers, families, and other groups interested in Catholic education to promote examples of best practice and plan future directions to continue the flourishing of vibrant and authentically Catholic

Both seasoned and emerging Catholic social services leaders need to maintain a strong sense of confidence to best engage in the creative diversity of our sector, so as to meet the challenges of keeping to core purpose in a volatile working environment. CSSV has designed a four-part learning experience to

Input from a previous MPJP  Steward (Trustee), reflection, discussion and a shared meal To build a community of Stewards from various MPJPs through formative conversations Facilitate support and solidarity among Stewards from different MPJPs To contribute to the formation of Stewards as Lay Ecclesial leaders of PJP’s For more information,

Jainist festival: Known as "Forgiveness Day", Kshamavani is celebrated on the last day of Daslakshana. On this day, Jains (Digambara sect) offer and seek forgiveness for actions committed knowingly or unknowingly.   Details from: https://www.faithvictoria.org.au/images/2022-multifaith-calendar.pdf

Assembly program and registrations open soon. Although we still face uncertainty around COVID, NATSICC has decided that the 2022 Assembly will now go ahead in Townsville. This decision will be reviewed regularly and we will be guided by National and State Health Authorities. Due to this uncertainty, we recommend that

Jewish New Year festival, marked by the blowing of the horn (shofar) which begins the ten days of penitence culminating in Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement). It is the beginning of the holiest time of the year for Jews, and the anniversary of the creation of the world.   Details

Hindu festival: Navaratri, which literally means ‘nine nights’, is a festival honouring the Goddess/Divine Mother and her energy/power (Shakti). This nine-day festival includes worshipping and dancing as people celebrate various aspects of the feminine.   Details from: https://www.faithvictoria.org.au/images/2022-multifaith-calendar.pdf

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