Cathedral

Monday, June 23

Vintage lanterns a light to friendship

Anyone attending this year’s Palm Sunday Mass or Marian Procession may have noticed a rather striking pair of vintage lanterns being carried in the midst of the celebrations. As well as their strong visual appeal, the French lanterns come with a very personal story.

Adelaide gives thanks for Bishop Charles Gauci

Adelaide’s Catholic community gave thanks with gusto for the ordination of Bishop Charles Gauci when he returned to his home town this month.

Mr Petrmichl with his son Peter and Bishop Elect Charles Gauci at the confirmation ceremony.

Long journey to confirmation

When 91-year-old Josef Petrmichl was confirmed in St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral on June 30 it was the fulfillment of a long-held desire to complete his faith journey.

Amir’s pipe dream

For Dr Amir Robin-Karas, playing the Casavant Frères pipe organ in St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral involves much more than touching the keys and the foot pedals. It’s about creating his own little “orchestra”, interpreting the intricate details of the music to make it interesting and alive for those listening.

Mass for first bishop of Adelaide

The 160th anniversary of the death of Bishop Francis Murphy, the first bishop of Adelaide, was commemorated in St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral on April 26.

Cathedral hosts Stations of the Cross for children

Families and young people are being invited to attend a special Stations of the Cross on Good Friday in St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral.