Gawler parish celebrates milestones
Gawler Catholic parish is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, having commenced on August 17 1849, just 13 years after the proclamation of South Australia.
Gawler Catholic parish is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, having commenced on August 17 1849, just 13 years after the proclamation of South Australia.
About 300 faithful took the opportunity to pray in front of the relic of St John Bosco when it was on display in the Gawler parish in early September.
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The Society of St Francis de Sales (Salesians), founded by St John Bosco in 1859, are planning several celebrations in 2023 to mark 100 years of service in Australia.
Fr Michael Keogh SDB - Born: September 21 1926 | Died: March 22 2019
For Jorge Contreras, his 23rd birthday is one he will never forget. It provided cause for celebration on so many levels – a time to give thanks for having survived what should have been a fatal car crash, and a moment when he had new-found clarity on how best to serve God.
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