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Thursday, 16 October 2025 18:19
Farewell our Faithful Shepherd: Fr Joe Taylor Retires
After 51 years of faithful service as a priest of Sandhurst, Fr Joe Taylor has officially put down his parish diary and stepped into retirement.
Thursday, 16 October 2025 17:53
Parish Admin Conference 2025: Nurturing the Hearts of Parish Life
Early in October, parish administration staff gathered at the Chancery for their annual professional development conference.
Thursday, 16 October 2025 17:42
Love at the Heart of Mission: A short reflection on the Diocesan Formation Gathering
At the Diocesan Formation Gathering, Dr Chris Cotter was struck by the profound simplicity of Fr Jake Mudge’s insight: building communities of belonging is ultimately…
Monday, 13 October 2025 12:13
Diocesan Formation Gathering explores New Pathways for Welcome and Invitation
More than 120 Catholics from across the Diocese grappled with questions about creating communities of beloning at the Diocesan Formation Gatheringon Saturday, 11 October.
Thursday, 18 September 2025 17:35
Catch the Flame: A Podcast for the Young of our Diocese
Catch the Flame is a new Sandhurst Youth Ministry podcast exploring faith and life with young people across the Diocese.
Thursday, 18 September 2025 17:31
Season of Creation Mass: Planting Seeds of Hope in Sandhurst
Amidst the spring wattles and native grasses at Huntly Streamside Reserve, the Diocese gathered for its annual Season of Creation Mass on Friday, 5 September.
Tuesday, 16 September 2025 16:07
Goals Familiarisation Workshops
Gather with your parish to explore what the Sandhurst Strategic Mission and Pastoral Goals mean and why they matter.
Monday, 15 September 2025 15:32
Marist Brass claims Back-to-Back State Championship Title
Marist Brass Band has once again struck a triumphant chord, taking out first place in the D Grade Section of the Victorian State Band Championships,…
Monday, 15 September 2025 14:27
The Nicene Creed: I Believe
The Nicene Creed: I Believe:: A resource in booklet form developed by the Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Life Team.
Monday, 15 September 2025 11:38
Consultors elect Fr Brian Boyle as Diocesan Administrator
The College of Consultors has elected Very Rev. Dr Brian Boyle EV, Administrator of the Diocese.
Thursday, 04 September 2025 15:06
Formation for ACYF Pilgrims 2025
Preparation for the ACYF pilgrimage is an essential part of the journey. It invites us, as pilgrims, to ready our hearts and minds, to deepen…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:55
Farewell Bishop Shane: A Legacy that continues to Inspire
After almost six years of dedicated service, we prepare to farewell Bishop Shane Mackinlay as he steps into his new ministry as Archbishop of Brisbane.…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:51
Candlelight for Compassion in Beechworth
In Beechworth in August, candlelight became a call to action with a pilgrimage to raise awareness about homelessness in the local community.
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:29
Bin There, learnt that: St Kilian's puts Waste in its Place
St Kilian’s Parish in Bendigo already has a Laudato Si’ Action Plan in motion, and is putting Pope Francis’ call to care for our common…
Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:20
Charisms of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities explored
Phil Bretherton reflects on the Gathering of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities hosted by the Bishops' Commission for Evangelisation, Laity and Ministry in Sydney.
Wednesday, 03 September 2025 12:34
Diocesan Formation Gathering: Six Workshops
The Diocesan Formation Gathering features keynote presentations by Dr Paul Sharkey and six practical workshops.
Thursday, 14 August 2025 17:43
CCR Pilgrims of Hope Renewal Day
On Saturday 6 September 2025, Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) Sandhurst invites you to a day of renewal at St Brendan's, Shepparton.
Thursday, 14 August 2025 15:36
Seeing Christ in Every Child
Shepparton parishioner, mother, and SMPC member, Jobelle Collier shares her hope for a Church where parents feel supported and children are welcomed as a blessing…
