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Pope’s June prayer intention: ‘That the world might grow in compassion’

Pope Leo XIV releases his first monthly prayer intention for the month of June, inviting the faithful to pray "that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from His Heart, learn to have compassion on the world." [Read More]

Vicars General Conference strengthens shared mission of pastoral leadership 

Gathering at the Diocese of Parramatta’s head office from 26-27 May, Vicars General from across New South Wales – including Parramatta, Sydney, Broken Bay and Wollongong – came together to share ideas, address emerging challenges, and strengthen their shared mission of governance and Church leadership.  [Read More]

Bishop Vincent’s Homily: The Ascension 2025

The Word of God focuses on the mission of the Church as the expression of the living power of the risen Jesus. The Ascension marks a watershed moment for his disciples. There is no idle looking up at the sky as he is withdrawn from them. Rather, as the two angelic messengers affirm, the time has come for them to go forth as witnesses “to the ends of the earth.” Like the angels in the empty tomb story, they commanded the disciples to seek and to be the presence of Jesus. [Read More]