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World Environment Day, 5 June
The theme for World environment Day 2026 is “Climate action”, with the official campaign slogan “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For our Future”. The slogan captures the urgency to address climate change for the sake of all life forms in our common home.
National Reconciliation Week, 27 May - 3 June 2026
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
The Sistine Chapel Reimagined in Sydney
Located near St Mary’s Cathedral and arriving during the cultural energy of Vivid Sydney, the Sistine Chapel Exhibition Sydney offers a rare opportunity to experience Michelangelo’s masterpiece in an entirely new way.
Pope Leo XIV’s First Encyclical “Magnifica humanitas” to be Published May 25
Pope Leo XIV’s first Encyclical Letter Magnifica humanitas, on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence, will be released on May 25, 2026.
A Supported Ministry: Mercy Works
Listen to a conversation with Sally Bradley rsm, the Executive Director, and Andrew Lowry, Head of Programmes, with Mercy Works, recorded to mark the 25th anniversary of Mercy Works.
Bishop Vincent Features in new ABC Education Series for Australian Students
In a new ABC Education series Journeys of Hope from Vietnam, the story of our Parramatta Bishop, Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, is offered not merely as a personal testimony but as a profound witness to faith, migration, and human resilience.
That Everyone Might Have food: Pope Leo’s Prayer Intention for May
Pope Leo invites us to pray that no one might lack the food they need and that we might learn to live more responsibly, recognizing that the earth’s resources are a gift for everyone.
CRA Signs Multi-faith Letter Supporting a Fossil Fuel Non-proliferation Treaty
Sisters of Mercy Parramatta Congregation is signatory toa multi-faith letter calling on world leaders to enact a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Video released to mark First Anniversary of the Death of Pope Francis
As the Church recalls Pope Francis on the first anniversary of his death, Vatican News releases a new documentary that looks back over the life and legacy of the Argentine Pope.
International Wellness Day, 15 April
Encouraging people everywhere to embrace accessible, inclusive, and affordable wellness practices that enhance both personal and collective health.
Bishop Vincent presents Archbishop Ryan Jimenez: 21 April
Archbishop Ryan Jimenez, Archbishop of Agana in Guam and President of the Episcopal Conference of the Pacific, is the first guest speaker for this year’s Bishop Vincent Presents series.
Australians Urged to Pray for Peace
Australians have been urged to take up the invitation of Pope Leo XIV to pray for peace on April 11.
Bishop Vincent’s Easter Message
A message for Easter 2026 from Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Bishop of Parramatta.
Holy Week and Easter
This week Christians mark Holy Week and Easter (29 March - 5 April) and Jews celebrate the Passover (1-9 April).
World Water Day 2026
This World Water Day, it’s time to centre women and girls in water solutions.
Because where water flows, equality grows.
Catholic Religious Australia joins call for prayer, dialogue and peace in the Middle East
In light of escalating conflict in the Middle East, Catholic Religious Australia (CRA) repeats the plea of Pope Leo XIV, and of all women and men of good will, for an immediate ceasefire and a renewed commitment to dialogue.
Bishop’s Pastoral Letter Marks International Women’s Day
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference bishop delegate for women, Bishop Michael Morrissey, has written a pastoral letter to mark International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8.
International Moment of Prayer for Peace
Invitation to an international moment of prayer for peace tomorrow, Friday March 6, at 3:30 pm (Rome time), 1:30am Sydney time, Saturday, March 7 at 1:30 am.
Pope’s Lenten Message: Abstain From Harsh Words and Rash Judgement
Pope Leo urges us to abstain from words of hatred during Lent in order to make space for words of hope and peace.