One of Newcastle’s own ordained as the new Bishop of Wollongong
The Most Rev Brian Mascord DD, the fifth Bishop of Wollongong “wasn’t overly keen on the priesthood” as a young man and never expected to be appointed a bishop.
Ten years feeding hearts, minds and souls
This year the school community of St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead, will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the operation of its Breakfast Club.
A Message from Father Matthew Muller, Chancellor
In March 2017 Bishop Bill announced a reformation of our Diocesan Curia. One Mission - One Body - Many Parts, was what the bishop called the initiative.
The Refugee Hub - a place of welcome
The Refugee Hub is a place of welcome for both the newly arrived in Newcastle as well as to those who have been in Australia for some years. We aim to “walk the path” with the newly arrived, empower them, teach them and give them a pathway to independence.
The work of Catholic Mission
The work of Catholic Mission continues to inspire people, young and old, across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle to make a positive difference in disadvantaged communities around the world.
A Message from Teresa Brierley, Vice Chancellor Pastoral Ministries
One cannot help but notice the many church buildings which form part of our landscape, either for worship, education or community services.
Plenary Council 2020: defining the future of the Catholic Church in Australia
The Catholic Church is providing Australians with the opportunity to define the future of the Church in Australia with the Plenary Council 2020.
Paving a path to success
For the past 10 years, a successful initiative between Mai-Wel LabourForce Solutions (Mai-Wel) and the Catholic Schools Office (CSO) has been helping students with a disability who are about to leave high school, find an employment path that is right for them.