With the federal election just around the corner, we all have to decide who to vote for. This is not always an easy decision, but it is a very important responsibility, for Catholics as for others. We all must decide who deserves our vote. It is said that an unusually high proportion of Australian voters … Continue reading Federal Election Guide – Archbishop Anthony Fisher
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) has developed a number of resources to assist Catholic Schools in celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday on July 3. For 2016 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday Resources, NATSICC decided to adopt the following theme: Let the earth cry out to God with … Continue reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday
Media Release
Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP condemns Orlando shooting - calls for prayers for victims. The news of the mass shooting at a nightclub in Orlando, Florida is heartbreaking. We know 49 innocent people have been killed and many more injured, some fighting for their lives in hospital. Sadly the horror and the pain, the turmoil and … Continue reading Media Release
World Youth Day Formation Event
Approximately 500 students and their teachers gathered on May 17 at Holy Cross Catholic College Ryde for an exciting day of information, inspiration and formation in preparation for their upcoming WYD pilgrimage to Poland. Holy Cross Catholic College hosted the event, generously making available the College Chapel, hall, new learning spaces and playing fields. Mr … Continue reading World Youth Day Formation Event
Safe Schools Coalition Australia
Teachers of Religious Education are reminded that the materials produced by the Safe Schools Coalition Australia are not appropriate for use in Sydney Catholic Schools. While bullying, discrimination and vilification can never be tolerated, the materials developed by the Safe Schools Coalition are not consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church, especially in the … Continue reading Safe Schools Coalition Australia