Meeting Singer and Composer Fr Liam Lawton
Joanne Isaac introduces Irish singer-composer Fr Liam Lawton, who will perform locally in November at the launch of celebrations marking 150 years of diocesan life.
Meet the Neighbours
"Good fences make good neighbours."
That was the view of American poet Robert Frost but lately the fence between the offices of the Diocese of Maitland- Newcastle and neighbour of 26 years, Newcastle Arts Centre, has seemed smaller and less important. Perhaps in time it will come down altogether.
St Joseph’s Lochinvar is as environmental as anything
Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’ challenges the world community to accept responsibility to care for the earth. Students and staff of St Joseph’s Lochinvar have accepted that challenge with gusto, spending a day focusing on all things environmental.
Educating Kids for Jobs That Don’t Exist Yet
Once children responded to the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up? ” with answers such as “A teacher, doctor, firefighter, miner or astronaut”. In 2015, if children answer this question by saying ‘I don’t know’, they’re probably spot on. Chances are, their jobs haven’t been created yet.
Did Someone Say Archipaul?
Deiter F Uchtdorf wrote, “The desire to create is one of the deepest yearnings of the soul.”
Bishop to Recognise Young People’s Contribution
Many young people in local Catholic schools have demonstrated strong commitment to their communities through their involvement in their parish or church groups or agencies.
Bishops ask tough questions about refugees and asylum seekers
St Clare’s Taree students, Adam Mayers and Sarah Locker, offer an analysis of the 2015 Social Justice Statement, “For Those Who've Come Across the Seas: Justice for refugees and asylum seekers”.
A Passion for People
The accomplishments of 18-year-old Caprice Skinner are recognised and appreciated by the community she serves tirelessly. As well as working towards her Higher School Certificate, the Year 12 student at St Mary’s Campus, All Saints College, Maitland, involves herself with the community just to “chip in” wherever she can.
