Rite of Election:  Saturday, February 29, at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Ballarat at 12.30pm.

Mass of the Oils:  Monday, April 6 at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Ballarat at 6.30pm.

Bishop Paul Bird announces news of appointments.

Making a Scene at Christmas, a display of nativities from at least forty different nations from all continents (except Antarctica), is back this year.

The final edition of ODC for 2019 is now available in parishes and on the Diocesan website.

Awake! Wonder, Welcome.

Take the time to read and reflect on Sunday’s Gospel.

How is God calling us to be a Christ-centred Church that is Inclusive, Participatory and Synodal?  As a diocese we will be focusing on the theme of Inclusive, Participatory and Synodal during November. Contact your local parish for Listening & Discernment Experience information.

Catholic Social Services 2020 Conference – Early Bird Registration

This campaign is held each year from November 25 to December 10. The 2019 theme is Ending Gender-based Violence in the Workplace. It reinforces the fact that violence against women is a violation of human rights.

PNG visit affirms need for safe, secure pathways for refugees and people seeking asylum – Catholic Alliance for People Seeking Asylum.

The Catholic Bishops of Australia have announced a National Prayer Campaign for Drought to take place during November. People across the country are encouraged to pray for the gift of rain, for people affected by the drought and to provide practical support, where possible.

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