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Saint Bartholomew - 24 August In the New Testament, Saint Bartholomew is mentioned only in the lists of the apostles. Some scholars identify him with Nathanael, a man of Cana in Galilee who was summoned to Jesus by Philip. Jesus paid him a great compliment: “Here is a true Israelite. There is no duplicity in him” (John 1:47b). When Nathanael asked how Jesus knew him, Jesus said, “I saw you [...]
Launch of World Youth Day 2027
Launch of World Youth Day 2027 Bishop Michael Kennedy has announced the Diocesan pilgrimage to South Korea and Japan for young people aged 16-35 next year. World Youth Day with Pope Leo XIV will be an enriching experience of pilgrimage for young people which has a profound impact on their relationship with Jesus, their prayer life, their lived mission and their relationships with others. Join us for the Reception of [...]
Living the Gospel – Social Justice Sunday 2026
Living the Gospel in Time of Social Division Social Justice Sunday in Australia is celebrated on August 30, 2026. The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has issued two statements for 2026: the first focusing on the cost of living, and the second titled "Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division", which focuses on building social cohesion and community solidarity Bishop Michael Kennedy reflects on the latest Australian Catholic Bishops Conference [...]
