‘What am I supposed to be doing with my life?’
This is a question that most people must contend with from time to time. We are often caught between the pressures of external sources and internal longings.
Focus is firmly on caring for our common home
The powerful message of Pope Francis’s encyclical Laudato si’ brings the realisation that now, more than ever with climate change and COVID fundamentally reshaping global society, is the time to act for the future of our planet.
Diocesan Synod to draw on National Governance Report
Reform of Diocesan and Parish governance was a strong call at the first session of the Maitland-Newcastle Synod on 23 November 2019. Synod organisers have heard and are acting upon the call for governance that is more: inclusive, participatory, accountable, and humble.
Women for the World and for Each Other
"She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her."
Proverbs 3:15
DoMN Library website goes live
The DoMN Library project marks a significant milestone this month with the launch of the new website and catalogue, which is now live on the Diocesan website.
Buried in Treasures - finding a way through the clutter
A new online group support program, Buried in Treasures, will commence in the Newcastle region from 10 September 2020.
Give us a sign on the World Week for Prayer in Israel and Palestine
From September 13-20, the World Council of Churches will hold their annual World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel, which includes the International Day of Prayer for Peace on 21 September. The theme for 2020 is: Creative Solidarity in Common Fragility.
The Season of Creation
The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through repenting, repairing, and rejoicing together.