The Pastoral Placement Program is back!
The Pastoral Placement Program returns in 2019, and applications are now open.
Diocese commits to 15 September as Day Of Remembrance
“In 2017, at the launch of Lina’s Project, Bishop Bill made a public commitment to an annual Day of Remembrance for those who have suffered abuse at the hands of members of the Church, especially priests. Many of you will know better than I the awful history of our Church in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, and the stories of abuse, of cover-up, and of silence that have had such devastating impact on the life of survivors and their families.
Greg Flint Chief Executive Officer at Calvary Mater Newcastle retires
Greg Flint, Chief Executive Officer at Calvary Mater Newcastle, will retire from his position at the end of August 2018.
NSW in drought
The NSW Government has now declared 100% of NSW to be drought affected. With no meaningful rainfall forecast for the coming weeks, our farmers desperately need help.
Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle seeks Animators for National Plenary Council and Diocesan Synod
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will be holding meetings in August and September to provide information and to train animators - those who would like to assist in the listening and dialogue processes associated with the National Plenary Council and the Diocesan Synod.
Volunteer pastoral care opportunities: Southern Cross Care
Live life to the full
Southern Cross Care provides a range of personalised and flexible services and support which enables individuals to live life to the full. For those looking for a retirement community to call home, a helping hand at home, or a residential aged care home, Southern Cross Care offers services and accommodations uniquely tailored to each person’s needs.
Calvary Mater Newcastle Auxiliary member turns 100 years’ old
According to the census there are around 4,400 centenarians in Australia. That number increased this week, with the birthday of Glad Dent, a dedicated Calvary Mater Newcastle Auxiliary ‘Cancer Carers’ member.
The Feast of the Assumption - Mary overflowing with joy
The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will be celebrated on Wednesday 15 August.