70 Years and Counting
When a couple falls in love, the decision to marry in the Church is not taken lightly. It is a sacrament where they pledge their love to each other and God. During the wedding ceremony, the couple promises that their vow will keep them together “until death do us part”. But few could possibly realise on that day that their years together would last a remarkable 70 years.
Accepting a New Reality
The former CEO of Hunter Area Health Service, Professor Katherine McGrath, was the guest speaker at the first ACP Luncheon Network meeting for 2016 last Thursday.
MOM TRAVEL DIARY: Lochinvar
Fr Richard Shortall SJ documents his Missionary of Mercy journey.
Pints with a Purpose
Pints with a Purpose commenced its 2016 season this week with guest speaker Brendan Joyce, from the Caritas NSW/ACT Advocacy team. A gathering of around 45 people heard Brendan speak of his experiences of mission and social justice advocacy in Australia, Papua New Guinea and Africa.
International Women's Day 2016: Be Courageous and Bold!
Women of the diocese, under the auspices of the Council for Australian Catholic Women (Maitland-Newcastle contact group) met for Mass, morning tea and a panel of local speakers on Sunday 6 March, to celebrate International Women’s Day.
TUESDAYS WITH TERESA: International Women’s Day
Even though I write my message on a Sunday evening, some of you will be reading this on 8 March, International Women’s Day (IWD). This year’s theme is Pledge for Parity.
Bishop Recognises Young People’s Contribution
Bishop Bill Wright presented the 2015 Bishop’s Award at the Catholic Youth Mass, held at Sacred Heart Cathedral, on Saturday 5 March 2016. The Bishop’s Award publicly recognises students and young people, within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, who have contributed to the community through their parish, church group or church agency.