The Bishops Commission for Evangelisation, Laity and Ministry is setting up a group to advise on supporting women.
Bishops reflect on 25 years of implementing Woman and Man
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Category Archives: Press Releases
Catholics mark Prison Sunday on November 8
Catholics across Australia are being encouraged to mark Prison Sunday on November 8 by directing their thoughts and prayers to prisoners, their families and those who care for them including chaplains.
Leave your comfort zone on World Day of the Poor
World Day of the Poor on November 15 is an opportunity for all Christians to draw closer to Christ by encountering those who live in poverty in the community, said Bishop Tim Harris, chair of the Bishops Commission for Social Justice, Mission and Service.
Australian appointed to Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network
Qwayne Guevara, the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference’s Facilitator for Formation and Young People, has been appointed to advise a global prayer network recognised by the Vatican.
Catholics deeply connected with their faith
Catholics in Australia who do not regularly attend Sunday Mass remain deeply connected with their faith.
Statement regarding the Christopher Saunders sentencing
The following blog post includes a statement by Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, President of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, and a pastoral statement by Bishop of Broome Tim Norton regarding the sentencing of Christopher Saunders.
Saint Pope John Paul II’s speech resonates 40 years on
Catholics across Australia are being encouraged to mark the 40th anniversary of Saint Pope John Paul II’s landmark speech to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Research lifts the veil on early years of marriage
Researchers are seeking the help of Catholics in their first decade of marriage to share their experiences over the month of September.
Celebrate the World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Children and youth will be the focus of the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees on September 27.