FR Dennis has been following World Youth Day (WYD) through the lens of Bishop Terry Curtin who has been a regular post on FaceBook. His photos and captions have accompanied a group of pilgrims from Rome, Assisi to Krakow (Poland) where the main events of WYD will be held. The so-called “Days in the Dioceses” […]
Category: Youth
Retreat For Young
ST Clare’s parish Box Hill will host a retreat for teens and young adults on the weekend of July 9 & 10 from 9am-5pm at St Clare’s Parish Hall, 138 Woodhouse Grove, Box Hill North. Register and/or enquiries with Rose on 0411 650 339 or email schoolofevangelisation@gmail.com. The theme is 7 Young People in the […]
World Youth Day 2016
WORLD Youth Day 2016 commences in Krakow, Poland on July 25, and runs for about a week with many spiritual events during that time. Saint Pope John Paul 11 initiated World Youth Day in 1986. His personal charism with the young was unequalled. Many were drawn to the events in Denver, Manila, Paris, Rome and […]
Be more
From Karen Jebb, Principal of Our Lady of Zion: AS I reflect upon what to say to these wonderful young women on Friday night, I am reminded of the Gospel reading last Sunday from Mark (10:17-30). It is the story where the rich young man learns that the cost of following Jesus is a complete […]
Role Models and Boys
(FATHER Dennis) is a keen Rugby fan from School days. Naturally, I would have liked the Wallabies to win last weekend. But bigger issues than winning sometimes emerge from sport. Although they lost the Wallabies had their heroes whose running, passing and kicking styles and haircuts will surely be imitated by younger boys in Rugby-playing […]
Faith In Action
STUDENTS from St Bridget’s primary school year 5 & 6 made the banner displayed in the hall showcasing Faith in Action. The art highlights our Faith in Action as understood by the students’ and reflected in the October Sunday Mass readings.
Young Vinnies
AN information night will be held at St Gregory the Great Parish, Manningham Rd, Doncaster on Sunday October 18, commencing at 6.15pm. The youth group of the St Vincent de Paul Society is seeking interest from those 17 – 35 year olds, interested in Social Justice and supporting the work of the Society. Join us […]
Marcellin College Open Day
THE college will hold an open day on Saturday October 17, from 9am -noon. More details can be found on their website
Holiday Camp
THE Archdiocese Office for Youth is inviting young people in years 7 & 8 to experience adventure, fun and friendship in a faith filled Catholic Youth Camp. Held at Mt Evelyn Recreation Camp September, 23 – 25. Cost $60 includes all meals and accommodation. Further enquiries and registration can be found on www.cam.org.au/youth/.
Vocations Week
AUGUST 2 to 9: This week is set aside to pray and promote religious vocations. Anybody interested in Priesthood or Religious Life please contact the Vocations Team.