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News in Brief178

16 May 2013

THE SPIRIT IS CALLING: “YOU WILL RECEIVE POWER WHEN THE HOLY SPIRIT COMES”. Ever thought of priesthood – remember that it is not you alone who would live this life of service. The Holy Spirit is your strength and guide. Contact your local priest or Fr Richard...

News in Brief 177

08 May 2013

FIND OUT IF PRIESTHOOD IS WHAT GOD IS OFFERING YOU. 
Start a conversation. Contact your local priest or Fr Richard Healey, vocations director, on 0401 621 591,  

News in Brief 176

30 April 2013

“A PEACE THE WORLD CANNOT GIVE”: 
This is what Jesus offers in today’s Gospel. How can we obtain that peace? Rather than asking what should I do with my life, do I ever stop and wonder what God wants me to do with my life? It is not an easy question, and we may...

News in Brief 175

24 April 2013

DEATH AND FUNERAL OF BISHOP WILLIAM MURRAY:
Bishop William Edward Murray, Emeritus Bishop of Wollongong, died peacefully at 5.10pm on Sunday, 21 April 2013, at the Little Sisters of the Poor Nursing Home, Randwick. Bishop Murray, the Second Bishop of Wollongong, served...

News in Brief 174

16 April 2013

I WANT TO ANSWER GOD’S CALL... BUT:
It is normal to have doubts and fears about a potential call to priesthood and religious life. However, how much could you lose if this were the path which would bring you most happiness in your life? What does it cost to stir...

News in Brief 173

09 April 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER –HAVE YOUR SAY

Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to...

News in Brief 172

04 April 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER – HAVE YOUR SAY

Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to be bearers...

News in Brief 171

26 March 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER – HAVE YOUR SAY
Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to be bearers of Christ’s love. Come along to...

News in Brief 170

20 March 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER – HAVE YOUR SAY
Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to be bearers of Christ’s love. Come along to...

News in Brief 169

12 March 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER – HAVE YOUR SAY
Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to be bearers of Christ’s love. Come along to...

News in Brief 168

06 March 2013

REGIONAL CONSULTATIONS – PARISHES WORKING TOGETHER – HAVE YOUR SAY
Bishop Peter Ingham invites parish communities in each region to now gather and have our say about what we believe is the best way to configure ourselves to be bearers of Christ’s love. Come along to...

News in Brief 167

28 February 2013

YOUR VOCATION
Each of us is precious in God’s eyes, and for each of us, God invites us into fullness of life. What is God calling you to be? Priests, deacons, religious, single, married – we all are called to special vocations. Speak to your priest today to find out...

News in Brief 166

19 February 2013

YOUR VOCATION
Each of us is precious in God’s eyes, and for each of us, God invites us into fullness of life. What is God calling you to be? Priests, deacons, religious, single, married – we all are called to special vocations. Speak to your priest today to find out...

News in Brief 165

13 February 2013

PARISHES PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE BY WORKING TOGETHER – JOIN OUR PARISH SESSION
Our parish information sessions on Parishes Working Together – addressing current and future pastoral needs in the Diocese of Wollongong are generating much discussion about parishes in our...

News in Brief 164

05 February 2013

YOUR VOCATION
Each of us is precious in God’s eyes, and for each of us, God invites us into fullness of life. What is God calling you to be? Priests, deacons, religious, single, married – we all are called to special vocations. Speak to your priest today to find out...

News in Brief 163

30 January 2013

YOUR VOCATION
Each of us is precious in God’s eyes, and for each of us, God invites us into fullness of life. What is God calling you to be? Priests, deacons, religious, single, married – we all are called to special vocations. Speak to your priest...

News in Brief 162

24 January 2013

PARISHES PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE BY WORKING TOGETHER
– YOUR VOICE IS NEEDED
Our Diocese is growing and to plan for our future we are asking parishes to work together to make sure our planning and process of change will strengthen us in our roles as...

News in Brief 161

15 January 2013

BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND
1-3 March 2013 at Mt St Benedict, Pennant Hills
The loss of a loved one through separation, divorce or death is one of life’s most traumatic experiences. It can result in deep feelings of loneliness, grief and hurt. Beginning experience...

News in Brief 160

15 January 2013

ILLAWARRA SOCIAL JUSTICE FORUM: Wednesday, 20 February, 5:00-6:30pm, Xavier Centre, 38 Harbour St Wollongong
Are you concerned about social justice issues being faced by people in the Illawarra region and wider world? Would you like support in working proactively to care...

News in Brief 159

19 December 2012

VISITING OTHERS – SHARING HOPE
Mary visited Elizabeth where they shared hope and joy. They affirmed each other in God’s
purpose for their lives. Who will we affirm in their faith journey as the year draws to a
close? What purpose does God have for you? For...

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