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Something worth pondering: 500 years since the Reformation!
A number of us well recall the time when the Reformation wasn’t exactly the topic Catholics might ponder. Yet, across the country this year, it has really fired passionate energy, with groups meeting to consider why it marked such an important moment in church history, why it is a timely topic for our consideration and what we continue to learn about the way the Spirit moves in our world.
“We have shared a great nourishing meal together”
Last Tuesday night a crowd of 50 gathered to engage in conversation with our Catholic and Anglican Bishops about morals, ethics and good decisions.
‘We are better off as a team.’
To celebrate Mental Health Day, the Diocesan Social Justice Council hosted a Mental Health Forum at Broadmeadow on 10 October.
Interfaith Service at Tighes Hill
Ten people attended an Interfaith Service was held in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Tighes Hill, community garden at dusk on 4th Oct 2017.
Getting to know the Muslim Community
More than 50 people attended to the Muslim Interfaith Forum held on Wednesday at the Newcastle Mayfield Mosque.
“We come to give thanks”
As part of the ongoing celebration of the sesquicentenary of the arrival of the Dominican Sisters in Maitland on 10 September, 1867, Bishop Bill, assisted by Frs Anthony Walsh OP, Paul O’Neill and Maurie Cahill, presided at Mass at St John’s Chapel on 12 September.
Attention knitters or crocheters!
Seasons for Growth® is looking for people willing to knit teddies for children who have suffered loss and grief.