Feast of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop

Celebrating the feast of Australia’s first Saint, St Mary of the Cross MacKillop.

Mary Mackillop

Bishop Paul’s homily on this occasion can be read below:

The story of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop can be found here:

We are a community of communities from the Murray to the sea.
Inspired by the Gospel and nourished by the Eucharist, we follow the example of Jesus and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, reaching out in joyful and humble service, caring for all of God’s creation, growing in love day by day and looking forward to life with God forever.

Diocesan Vision Statement

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands in which the Diocese of Ballarat sits. We would like to pay our respects to Aboriginal Elders past, present and future. Their wisdom can help us care for the earth, our common home.

- Acknowledgement of Country -