The St Kilian's Catholic Earthcare Team marked National Reconciliation Week with the presentation of a new oil painting, ‘One for All’, donated to the parish by artist and parishioner and Catholic Earthcare Team member, Geraldine Stills.
Inspired by the 2026 National Reconciliation Week theme, ‘All In for Reconciliation’, the painting depicts Jesus with a group of children from diverse cultural backgrounds, reflecting the parish's commitment to welcome, inclusion and reconciliation.
The artwork grew from discussions within the Earthcare Team about how St Kilian's could acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land in a way that aligned with the values of Pope Francis' Laudato Si'. As the painting developed, it also came to celebrate the parish's vibrant multicultural faith community.
Speaking at the unveiling, Geraldine said she hoped the artwork would offer opportunities for prayer, reflection and joy for many years to come.
The painting was unveiled during Mass on 31 May, coinciding with celebrations for Confirmation and First Eucharist. Following the liturgy, many of the children gathered around the artwork with Parish Priest Fr Junray Rayna for photographs, creating one of the day's memorable moments.
One for All now hangs permanently beside the tabernacle and is accompanied by an artist's statement for visitors to St Kilian's Church in the heart of Bendigo.