60 Years of Assisting Those in Need
In the wake of a cholera epidemic that had swept through the poorer suburbs of Paris, a young student by the name of Frederic Ozanam…
Read moreAlpha Encounters
An interview with two participants in Holy Family’s very first Alpha. Matthew Gauci is a 24-year-old electrician currently living in Croydon. He is an avid…
Read moreThe Seal of the Confessional Part II
The Jesuit priest and lawyer, Fr Frank Brennan SJ, has written on this matter stating that “the abolition of the legal protection of the seal…
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Over the weeks ahead, our state politicians will be debating legislation that seeks to extend the obligation of mandatory reporting to Ministers of Religion. This…
Read moreConfirmation and The Call to Evangelisation
A group of our Year Six students are now preparing for Confirmation. Confirmation is the final Sacrament of Initiation; through Confirmation, these students will become…
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Alpha Encounters Part II.
and we sat down in our groups and started to get to know each other. Then we watched the first video, led by Nicky Gumbel…
Read moreFinding the Way Part II
“Pilgrimages, a sign of the condition of the disciples of Christ in this world, have always held an important place in the life of Christians…
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"To go on pilgrimage is not simply to visit a place to admire its treasures of nature, art or history. To go on pilgrimage really…
Read moreThe Man and the Movement
On the fourth of July, 1925, a young man died in Turin, Italy. While his death at the age of 24 was a shock to…
Read moreRumbling with Russians & the Love of God
Ten years ago I was trekking through Russia, 10,500km into a 15,600km walk around the world praying for unity when two drunken men attacked me…
Read moreThree Points of Contact
Those working on ladders are encouraged to maintain three points of contact at all times when climbing. This is a fundamental principle of workplace safety…
Read moreSt Vincent De Paul
THANK YOU for the wonderful response to our ST VINNIES winter appeal which raised $2319. This money will be used to assist the families we…
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Read moreSolidarity, Empowerment, Love.
Our life is full of milestones. Sometimes we celebrate birthdays, other times achievements and even sacraments. These moments make us smile, feel loved and most…
Read moreA sacrament of love, a sign of unity
Reflecting on the past few weeks, when we took part in the celebration of the Easter Triduum, we immersed our senses in the beauty and…
Read moreEaster Greetings
Happy Easter, friends in Christ. Happy Easter in the name of Jesus, the Risen One. When Jesus appeared among his friends after the Resurrection, the…
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Read moreAustralian, Young and Catholic!
My first experience of an Australian Catholic Youth Festival was one filled with joy. I remember watching a video at the first plenary of the…
Read morePolitics at the service of Peace (Part Two)
We recognise these as just two examples of the contribution politicians can make to the common good. We also welcome the continued bipartisan commitment to…
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Politics in Service of Peace
A STATEMENT BY THE CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF AUSTRALIA FOR THE 2019 FEDERAL ELECTION Christian faith is not a private matter. It shapes how we live…
Read moreOur Commitment to End-of-Life Care
On 29 November 2017, the Victorian Parliament passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017. This Act enables Victorians who are suffering and who meet certain…
Read moreAlpha, only the beginning.
"For me, the Alpha was less a moment of major conversion and more an experience of being welcomed, invited in, and made to feel at…
Read moreHow do we talk about Jesus’ Death with children?
The idea that Lent is coming to an end and we will be soon celebrating Easter is exciting! Easter Sunday is such a joy, but…
Read moreBlessed Is She
It can be hard to find time to renew your faith and inspire your spirit. As a busy woman, you’re probably used to being pulled…
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Read moreParishioners' Luncheon
Holy Family's Parishioners' Luncheons are a long-standing tradition within the Parish community. Hosted four times annually by a generous group of volunteers they provide a…
Read moreVerso L'alto
Being young and Catholic is not always the easiest thing. Often you find yourself being challenged by workmates, friends or those at Uni and can…
Read moreAlpha, don't miss it!
"It doesn't matter if you consider yourself a listener or sharer, you can't help but be extended and challenged." Parishioner Lea Allen reflects on her…
Read moreThe Sacrament of Conversion
As we enter into the season of Lent, it is important to reflect on the significance and necessity of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Lent is…
Read moreA Bright Future at Holy Family
On Wednesday 21st of February over 130 parishioners came together for our Parish Dinner entitled Food, Faith, and the Future. The evening was a fantastic…
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Read moreCongratulations and God bless Joe.
On Sunday 17th February a Joseph Schafer entered Corpus Christi College the regional Seminary for Victoria and Tasmania to commence studies for the Priesthood with…
Read moreFrom Maintenance to Mission
The Church must step outside herself. Jesus tells us: “Go into all the world! Go! Preach! Bear witness to the Gospel!” Pope Francis Pope Francis…
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Read moreEvangelisation & Catechesis
Hello, my name is Kari Quist. I recently graduated from the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family with a Master’s degree in Theology…
Read moreYouth Ministry
Hi, My name is Joe, and I am the new Youth Ministry Coordinator at Holy Family. Before starting at Holy Family, I was involved in…
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