Join us in this webinar to hear the latest findings and reflections on the views of Christian (including Catholic) church attenders on Australian schooling. We will explore how schooling matters to churchgoers, what influences choice of schools, the impact of school on their own lives, and their views of spirituality
You are welcome to attend in person or via the livestream. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Addressing challenges in rural, regional and remote education requires a comprehensive approach involving collaboration among policymakers, educators, communities, and technology providers. Strategies such as improved infrastructure development, increased investment in teacher recruitment
Are we listening? How can Catholic schools respond to student views for wellbeing, faith formation and learning Join us in the lead up to World Teachers Day for our symposium with special guest speaker Prof Anne Graham followed by a panel discussion. What is the enduring legacy we want for
Religious Education for Today: Why and How? This session explores different ways religious education may respond to the current Australian social context and why it remains an important offering for students in their identity formation. Presented by Dr Rina Madden Bookings close: Monday 23 October at 5pm.
A Plenary Council and A Global Synod: What Next for Australian Catholics? Will the momentum and recommendations for renewal of the Australian Plenary Council be ‘swamped’ by public attention on the global Synod on Synodality? Can these events bring about Vatican II’s vision and mission for the Church in Australia?
The Cry for a New Spirituality Today’s thirst for spiritual experience is immense. What is the Spirit saying? Let us explore these remarkable new directions together. Presented by Rev. Assoc. Prof. John Dupuche Bookings close: Tuesday 24 October at 5pm.
Kathina is a Theravadan Buddhist festival which comes at the end of Vassa, the three month rainy season retreat. It is a time of giving where the laity express gratitude to the monks and nuns by offering them new robes and other necessities. Also, a time for Buddhists to give
Scripture Meditation (lectio divina) in the Classroom This session will explore a background, a spirituality, and practical strategies for leading scriptural meditation (lectio divina) in the classroom. Resources will be supplied. School staff groups are encouraged to participate. Presented by Dr Christopher Morris Bookings close: Friday 27 October at 5pm.
An Introduction to AI and Transhumanism … for Christians “Young people today can expect to live forever, but AI will run the world.” At least that is the view of some techno-optimists. This session is a brief introduction to artificial intelligence, including ChatGPT, and transhumanism, in which we will reflect
Sisters and Brothers All Drawing on our Christian understanding of the human person and the central principles of Catholic social teaching, this session will provide a basis for consideration of issues highlighted in contemporary discussions including the Bishops’ Social Justice Statement 2023–2024, climate change and Pacific Islander living, and Pope
All Saints Day honours exemplary Christians who achieved sainthood, especially those not having a special day. For many Christian denominations, all Saints Day is a remembrance of departed Christian people of any time and place.
NOW BEING DELIVERED ONLINE(via ZOOM) The world around us is changing, and organisations are looking to their leaders to confidently and capably navigate their business through today’s volatile environment. BBI-TAITE and AICD are now announcing that a Company Directors Course will be delivered online on via ZOOM 1,8,15,22 & 29 November
Four Male Characters in John: A Journey into Relationship with the Divine Other In contrast to the other canonical Gospels, John provides insights into various significant characters through a series of encounters. These encounters show a range of reactions to Jesus. This talk looks at Nicodemus, Thomas, Peter, and the
Levinas, Ethics, and Our Responsibility for the Other: Some Implications for Education This lecture discusses Levinas’s view that ethics is first philosophy because of our fundamental responsibility for the Other, and it considers some implications for education. Against the prevailing zeitgeist which valorises individual autonomy, I argue that it is not
This webinar is for suppliers to Catholic entities. Enhance the profile of your business with Catholic organisations across Australia. Current and prospective suppliers are invited to attend a 40 minute ACAN modern slavery webinar outlining: mission and values of Catholic organisations modern slavery context in Australia and overseas risks of worker abuse impact
As part of the Bishop Vincent Presents series, Vatican correspondent and Pope Francis expert Christopher White from the National Catholic Reporter is coming to Australia for a series of free events in Parramatta and Melbourne. Landing in Australia fresh from the Synod on Synodality in Rome, Christopher will conduct a
Bandi Chhor Divas, or ‘The Celebration of Freedom’, commemorates the release in 1619 CE from prison of the sixth Sikh guru, Sri Guru Hargobind Ji. Sikhs continue this annual celebration with lamps being lit outside gurdwaras & sweets distributed to all.
Diwali, also known as Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals, commemorating the victory of good over evil. Diwali means ‘row of lamps/lights’ and refers to the rows of lamps celebrants place around their homes or on top of temples.
This is India’s annual festival of lights, celebrated throughout the nation. In Jainism it has special significance, as on this day Lord Mahavira gave his last teachings and attained ultimate liberation (nirvana).
Prof Phillip Good is a specialist in palliative medicine. He’s passionate about seeing that his patients have the highest quality of life possible for as long as possible. He has a particular interest in research involving palliative care patients, patient and carer experience, and palliative care for people from culturally
