Speaking on the occasion of the annual Mass for National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday, Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton said it is our hope is that this Mass would be the most significant prayer for all our people and the great sign that Jesus walks with us into a new beginning that is opening up for Aboriginal and Torres Strait people and every other Australian in our land.

Founded under the guidance of New Zealand priest Fr John Rea in October 2013, the Miracle Prayers network includes a monthly healing service, monthly street outreach, an international intercession list published via social media and private prayer sessions by appointment.

2024 promises to be Mandorla’s most exciting award yet, with the inclusion of a major new prize category, the New Norcia Artist Residency Prize.

The new leadership team for the Sisters of Mercy Australia and Papua New Guinea bring to their new roles considerable wisdom and experience obtained from diverse backgrounds in mission and ministry.

The strategy closely aligns with Notre Dame’s broader 2022-26 Strategic Plan, which recognised research as a key pillar supporting the University’s future direction and growth.

Download the PDF Monday 23 October, 2023 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As I begin writing this letter, I am sitting in Saint Peter’s Basilica waiting for the Mass for the Feast of St Luke to begin. I will have you all, and those who are dear to you, in my prayers during this Mass. But I will not finish the letter this morning - it will grow over the coming days. The feast of...

During this time, guests also had the opportunity to view the Vocations Office’s new Strategic Plan, prayer booklet, and other important materials.

The centenary Mass marked the anniversary of the first chapel in Australia to be dedicated to St Therese of Lisieux and part of the Convent for the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions, now known as the Catholic Pastoral Centre.

Restoration work on the stonework began when the structure’s stability was threatened by overgrown plants, causing the grotto to be cordoned off for safety while repairs were completed.

Among the volunteers were MercyCare staff, their families, local residents, and current clients from refugee and asylum-seeker backgrounds.