Tag: Life Marriage and Family
The course helping young married couples fall back in love with...
There was a clear, profound moment when Reg Argana realised his 10-year marriage needed an overhaul.
Women’s Lenten retreat is a call to deepen intimacy with Christ
What began as a single retreat day has now grown so significantly that in 2026, organisers have had to open two retreat dates to make room for all those who wish to attend.
Surge to Catholicism skyrockets as 460 gather for Rite of Election
It was a stiflingly hot day on 22 February, but St Mary’s Cathedral was standing room only as a record number of nearly 460 candidates and catechumens, a 20 per cent increase on last year’s numbers, affirmed their desire to enter fully into the life of Christ and his Church.
Titanic, Braveheart and theology: How Christopher West brings TOB to life
In the picturesque surroundings of St Benedict XVI Retreat Centre, in Grose Vale, the retreat, running from 18–23 January, saw the return of Dr West after a two year absence. Organised by the Life, Marriage and Family team within the Sydney Centre for Evangelisation, his visit was the first of the SCE’s major planned events for 2026.
A landmark year for Life, Marriage and Family
In 2025, the Life, Marriage and Family (LMF) team witnessed a vibrant renewal of faith and commitment, as unprecedented numbers participated in initiatives for families, women, men, and new Catholics.
Advent women’s retreat invites renewal before the Christmas rush
As Christmas fast approaches, Catholic women across Sydney are invited to pause and receive anew the promises of Advent at the upcoming ‘Sisters of Life Advent Retreat’, hosted by the Catholic Women’s Network on 29 November at St Joachim’s parish in Lidcombe.
LMF Sunday: A celebration of marriage, family, and resilience
For Antonella and Daniel Mifsud, Life Marriage and Family (LMF) Sunday is a chance to remember what matters most. “It’s an opportunity to renew our marriage vows, and it’s a time for reflection on our marriage,” said Antonella.
Anointed to hear God’s voice with the sisterhood
Anticipation is building for the Anointed Women’s Conference on 27 September, particularly among the many women transformed by the Lenten Women’s Retreat also organised by the Catholic Women’s Network (CWN), this year.
Marriage preparation course transforms engaged couples
The archdiocese is once again hosting the “Marriage Preparation Weekend” with the theme "Everlasting Love" on 2-3 May, 2025, at St Martha’s in Leichhardt, offering engaged couples a valuable opportunity to prepare for a lasting marriage grounded in Catholic teachings.
Couples deepen marriage with Matt and Cameron Fradd
Marrying sacramentally in the church after 12 years of civil marriage, Seb and Kath Dell’Orefice gained a true understanding of their marital responsibility after months of formation and spiritual direction.
Sydney’s expectant mums and dads experience an advent of their own
Young Sydney couples expecting a child in the coming months brought their hopes, prayers and plans to God at St Joachim’s Church in Lidcombe at the annual Mass for Expectant Mothers.
Who does Christ say that I am?
"Women at the Well" is a local women’s ministry that gathers every fortnight at St Anthony of Padua, Austral. This evening was especially meaningful, as we were joined by international guest speaker Liz Kelly, who was wrapping up her tour made possible by Parousia Media. Liz’s talk focused on “Why the world needs a woman like you.”
