Holy See diplomat Archbishop Charles Balvo, the Apostolic Nuncio to Australia, highlighted the important role that deacons play in the Church following his attendance at the 2025 National Deacons Conference in Adelaide.
Adelaide’s Sisters of Mercy are commemorating the 50th anniversary of the death of Margaret Moses and Gyoparka Makk, two Catholic women who were on board an aircraft that crashed while evacuating babies and adults during the fall of Saigon.
The role of a deacon’s wife means more than just sharing your husband with the Church – it’s about understanding and supporting a unique ministry. Gordana Crowe talks to KATIE SPAIN about her journey of faith and support.
It’s nearly 14 years since her precious daughter Lilah Sophie died, but a day doesn’t go by without Andrea Bishop giving thanks that she was part of this world for 20 months.
News
St Aloysius College has announced a new $34 million home for its primary school in the heart of the city, complete with a rooftop play space and garden.
Schools
St Joseph’s School Clare continues to punch above its weight in academic results, with students excelling in numerous tests at both a state and national level.
National
A website to help Catholics celebrate the Jubilee year has been launched by the Bishops Commission for Evangelisation, Laity and Ministry.
For nearly 25 years Franca Parente has been perfecting the art of listening with a kind ear and open heart as a pastoral care practitioner – providing support to those who are vulnerable and facing major health challenges. <br />
South Australia’s newest Member of Parliament, Alex Dighton, spoke passionately about the influence of his Catholic faith and the “grace” that guided him through the loss of his second child when he delivered his maiden speech last month.
Members of the Adelaide Hills parish gathered late last year to express their gratitude to Leon and Leonie Holmes for their enormous contribution over 65 years to the local Church and community.
As a young girl the idea of joining a religious order never crossed Yvonne Gleeson’s mind, despite her strong Catholic background and her much older cousin James being a priest – and later Archbishop of Adelaide.
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