As Christmas approaches, the familiar story of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter in Bethlehem takes on new meaning for those of us reflecting on how we live today. The innkeeper’s lack of space has long symbolised the world’s rejection of Christ, yet this Christmas season invites us to consider a more hopeful question: Do we have room in the inn of our hearts?
As Christmas approaches, parishes and communities across South Australia come alive with festive spirit.
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The Southern Cross, in conjunction with Catholic Education SA, is calling for students in the Adelaide and Port Pirie dioceses to use their artistic skills to design Archbishop Patrick O’Regan’s 2025 digital Christmas card.
Father Fred Farrugia isn’t one to turn his back on a creative challenge. In the lead-up to Christmas, the Adelaide Hills parish priest spent months meticulously restoring a nativity set to its former glory.
Christmas is often seen as the most magical, family-orientated time of the year where families revel in the warmth of gatherings and traditions.
The hard work never stops at Centacare. As the community services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide, making a difference to South Australian lives is an all-year round effort.
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