Articles by Elizabeth Symington

Why did a chicken, goldfish and sheep visit St Joseph’s, East Maitland? IMAGE Your Diocese

Why did a chicken, goldfish and sheep visit St Joseph’s, East Maitland?

November 08, 2022

Vee the Sheep, Bubbles the Goldfish, Bruno the Chihuahua, and Johnny Cash the Bantam Hen were just a few of the animals which had an experience as unique as their names last month when they were ceremonially blessed at St Joseph’s, East Maitland.

Interfaith Dialogue explores leadership and community IMAGE Your Diocese

Interfaith Dialogue explores leadership and community

November 07, 2022

What does leadership look like in a Catholic, Jewish, Anglican or Buddhist community?

Say hello to the Catholic Community Fund IMAGE Your Diocese

Say hello to the Catholic Community Fund

November 01, 2022

“Investing with the CCF is a commitment to the community in which you live and work, whilst taking care of your own financial future.” 

‘Don’t suffer alone’, GambleAware Week encourages people to come forward and seek help IMAGE Social Services

‘Don’t suffer alone’, GambleAware Week encourages people to come forward and seek help

October 17, 2022

“My advice is don’t suffer alone, your own thoughts can often be worse than the reality of the situation.” 

Bishop's Staff Week 2022: A time of reflection, connection, and learning IMAGE Your Diocese

Bishop's Staff Week 2022: A time of reflection, connection, and learning

October 17, 2022

Last week staff across the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle were lucky enough to see our communities in action during Bishop’s Staff Week.

Mental Health Breakfast 2022: A chance to reflect and connect IMAGE Your Diocese

Mental Health Breakfast 2022: A chance to reflect and connect

October 11, 2022

Over 60 people from all walks of life gathered at the Victor Peters Suite, Newcastle West this morning to celebrate Mental Health Month.