News

Monday, 15 September 2025 15:32

Marist Brass Claims Back-to-Back State Championship Title

Marist Brass Band has once again struck a triumphant chord, taking out first place in the D Grade Section of the Victorian State Band Championships,…

Monday, 15 September 2025 14:27

The Nicene Creed: I Believe

The Nicene Creed: I Believe:: A resource in booklet form developed by the Sandhurst Mission and Pastoral Life Team.

Monday, 15 September 2025 11:38

Consultors elect Fr Brian Boyle as Diocesan Administrator

The College of Consultors has elected Very Rev. Dr Brian Boyle EV, Administrator of the Diocese.

Thursday, 04 September 2025 15:06

Formation for ACYF Pilgrims 2025

Preparation for the ACYF pilgrimage is an essential part of the journey. It invites us, as pilgrims, to ready our hearts and minds, to deepen…

Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:55

Farewell Bishop Shane: A Legacy that continues to Inspire

After almost six years of dedicated service, we prepare to farewell Bishop Shane Mackinlay as he steps into his new ministry as Archbishop of Brisbane.…

Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:51

Candlelight for Compassion in Beechworth

In Beechworth in August, candlelight became a call to action with a pilgrimage to raise awareness about homelessness in the local community.

Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:29

Bin There, learnt that: St Kilian's puts Waste in its Place

St Kilian’s Parish in Bendigo already has a Laudato Si’ Action Plan in motion, and is putting Pope Francis’ call to care for our common…

Thursday, 04 September 2025 09:20

Charisms of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities explored

Phil Bretherton reflects on the Gathering of Ecclesial Movements and New Communities hosted by the Bishops' Commission for Evangelisation, Laity and Ministry in Sydney.

Wednesday, 03 September 2025 12:34

Diocesan Formation Gathering: Six Workshops

The Diocesan Formation Gathering features keynote presentations by Dr Paul Sharkey and six practical workshops.

Thursday, 14 August 2025 17:43

CCR Pilgrims of Hope Renewal Day

On Saturday 6 September 2025, Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) Sandhurst invites you to a day of renewal at St Brendan's, Shepparton.

Thursday, 14 August 2025 15:36

Seeing Christ in Every Child

Shepparton parishioner, mother, and SMPC member, Jobelle Collier shares her hope for a Church where parents feel supported and children are welcomed as a blessing…

Thursday, 14 August 2025 09:52

Formation Gathering to Focus on building Communities of Belonging

Preparations for Building a Community of Belonging are well underway. Parishes are encouraged to bring a cohort of parishioners to the Sandhurst Formation Gathering, becuase…

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 22:10

Moribund to Magnetic Community: A Reflection

Not long ago, I received a letter from a parishioner that pierced me deeply. He wrote bluntly, “I don’t want to be part of a…

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 21:49

Liborius connects Paderborn with the World

In his homily at Paderborner Dom on Liborian Tuesday, Bishop Shane emphasised the importance of St Liborius as a bridge builder between people all over…