New units in Maitland ready for tenants
Recently the diocese completed the latest in its affordable housing developments, with nine brand new two-bedroom units ready for tenants within the Maitland city centre.
No cell is so isolated that it can keep the Lord out
Mercy in prisons, you must be joking! Lock them up and throw the key away, that’s all they deserve.
Truth-seeking for 800 years and counting
This year the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) is 800 years old. Fr Kevin Toomey op shares something of its spirit and mission.
Ministry with survivors of human trafficking
Tracey Edstein met Sr Margaret Ng at a recent conference. She invited her to share something of her work with survivors of human trafficking.
Sharing our faith stories with our children
In a recent Children’s Ministries newsletter published by the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle’s Office of Life and Faith, I invited readers to think about how they share their personal faith stories with the children in their lives. Why?
Humility and talent lead to success on the field for Noah
Year 10 student at St Mary’s High School, Gateshead, Noah James, is sure to become a household name, sooner rather than later. When he’s not in class you can find him on the field saving goals for Australia.
New appointment for fearless advocate
Chair of Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA), Dr Maria Harries AM, has announced the appointment of Fr Frank Brennan sj AO as Chief Executive Officer of the peak national body for social services in Australia. CSSA represents a national network of 53 Catholic social service providers.
"Today I am a happy priest"
The diocese’s newest priest shares something of his story.
