Tag: Hero

Mother’s Day often evokes images of kids bringing their mum breakfast in bed, long lunches with multiple generations of women, and special blessings at Masses. But motherhood is also lived in less visible ways across distances and in relationships not defined by blood. Here, two women reflect in their own words on what it means to nurture, protect and love.

Bishop Daniel Meagher urged Sydney Catholics to remain steadfast in Christ’s peace as he celebrated his farewell Mass before departing for Rockhampton in Queensland to lead the diocese there. His final homily at St Mary’s Cathedral reflected on perseverance, mission and trust in God.

Sydney Synod members have gathered for formation nights ahead of the archdiocesan assembly opening on 30 April. Bishop Daniel Meagher and other speakers outlined the synod’s aims, structure and spiritual foundations.

The pilgrimage has begun – the official Eucharist28 website is live, packed with rich resources for all ages as the church across Australia enters the Year of Prayer and prepares together for the International Eucharistic Congress 2028.

A Victorian inquiry investigating the recruitment methods and impacts of cults and fringe groups is set to convene in just under a year’s time, in a move experts warn may affect religious freedom in Australia.

Papua New Guinea’s first canonised saint was a dedicated catechist and a martyr for marriage. Killed by Japanese soldiers in 1945, he is a model of Christian consistency.

Catholic bishops and public officials are calling for prayer following the apparent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who died after being shot 10 September during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.

The greatest risk in life is to waste it by not seeking to follow God's plan, Pope Leo XIV said, proclaiming two new saints, Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis.

Although each Holy piece which Stavros creates is a way to honour Our Lord, his recent build of a High Alatar was even more special as he was able to share it with his young son, Raphael.

As Sydney gears up for the Anointed Women’s Conference on the 27 September at Royal Randwick Racecourse, keynote speaker, Sr Miriam Heidland has one message for the women of Sydney: “Prepare for new beginnings and a deeper longing for the Lord.”

Huu Ke Nguyen, proud dad to spiritual father Fr John Nguyen OFM Cap, speaks about being a father to the Capuchin priest and his siblings.

As Rome prepares for the canonisation of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, Our Lady of Dolores in Sydney’s North has already begun the festivities with a week-long program that celebrates the soon-to-be saints and establishes their presence within the community.