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Wednesday, 22 April 2026 16:35
National Walk for Truth
The National Walk for Truth is on its way to Sandhurst: get ready to step up!
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 16:29
SYM First Partnership Consultation
Sandhurst Youth Ministry aims to Empower Leaders through Partnership Consultation.
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 14:47
Together for Our Common Home
Pray for the success of the 'First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels'.
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 08:57
Faith across Islands: Indonesian Voices in Sandhurst
What’s it like growing up Catholic in the world’s largest Muslim nation?
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 15:14
A short reflection on Luke 22:19: “This is my body, given for you.”
Dr Chris Cotter reflects on the scripture theme for Eucharist 28, "This is my body, given for you".
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 14:58
Marist Brass celebrates Strong Second Place at National Championships
Marist Brass has returned from the 2026 Australian National Band Championships with a brilliant second place in the D Grade Brass Band section.
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 14:50
Remembering Mary Haugh: A Remarkable Musical Legacy
For 76 years, Mary Haugh served as organists at St Liborius', Eaglehawk and St Augustine's, Myers Flat.
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 14:41
Praying with Pope Francis for Our Common Home
The second of two books of prayers based on Pope Francis’ writings on care for the earth and its people has been published.
Thursday, 16 April 2026 10:03
“God does not choose the Perfect”: Bishop René Ramirez RCJ
"God does not choose the perfect—he chooses those who trust in him."
Friday, 10 April 2026 17:26
Ninth Bishop of Sandhurst appointed
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Most Reverend René Ramirez RCJ as the Ninth Bishop of Sandhurst.
Thursday, 09 April 2026 17:00
Legacy of the 'Silent Migrants' in our Parishes
Dutch heritage runs quietly through parishes across our Diocese; sometimes, you wouldn’t even know it
Thursday, 09 April 2026 14:14
Divine Mercy Sunday 2026
Divine Mercy Sunday, on April 12, an opportunity to open your heart to God’s boundless forgiveness, deepen your trust in divine love, and receive renewing grace.
Wednesday, 08 April 2026 21:29
Growing Numbers entering Church this Easter
Peter Rosengren shares aspects of eight people in the Cathedral Cluster who were received into the Church this Easter.
Wednesday, 08 April 2026 21:26
Ladies' Breakfast at St Mary’s, Echuca
The Echuca Ladies Breakfast this year focused on 140 years of the Brigidine Sisters in the parish.
Wednesday, 08 April 2026 21:06
Priests Retirement Foundation AGM
Over the past year, the Priests Retirement Foundation has experienced several significant changes, writes Fr Novelito Lim, Chair.
Thursday, 02 April 2026 11:20
A Prayer for Our Future Bishop
Let’s Come Together in Prayer for Our Future Bishop.
Wednesday, 01 April 2026 11:25
An Easter Message from Fr Brian Boyle
For this year's Easter message Fr Brian Boyle takes us to St Martin's of Tours, Muskerry ...
Thursday, 26 March 2026 18:50
Corpus Christi College Family and Friends Day 2026
Second-year Sandhurst Seminarian, Mason Crosier, fills us in on the day.
