War, worry and waiting: Hanif and Siamoi find happiness

A country full of conflict, time spent in hiding, and two years separated by more than 9,500 kilometres could not stop Hanif and Siamoi from loving each other.

Alpha course unites young people

When you hear the word Catholic what comes to mind? Is it a church? A priest? Maybe it’s a specific prayer or bible verse?

Project Compassion inspires people from across the Diocese

Sacred Heart Cathedral was at capacity today as hundreds of people attended the launch of Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion.

Diocesan Association of Pastoral Ministers closes after 40 years

Late last year, the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle said goodbye to one of its longest-running groups – the Diocesan Association of Pastoral Ministers.

Do you have room for one more heart?

Imagine not having a home for Christmas.  

CatholicCare reaches emotional milestone

Since opening their doors, CatholicCare’s Taree and Forster Community Kitchens have served 100,000 meals to thousands of different people.

Find out more about the milestone in this story and 7News piece.