Children’s Ministry Network Meeting

Saturday 27 September, 3:30pm 

St Philip’s Church Hall, Kotara (All Saints Blackbutt South) 

Join fellow leaders and parish volunteers for an inspiring afternoon of sharing ideas, discovering new resources, and planning future initiatives in children’s ministry. Whether you’re a seasoned facilitator or new to this calling, let’s grow together in this vital ministry! Contact Nicki from Mission & Evangelisation on 0417 773 444.

Advent, Christmas & the Creative Arts – Children’s Ministries and SRE

Friday 10 October, 10am – 2pm

841 Hunter Street Newcastle 

Join us as we prepare hearts and spaces for the season of hope and joy! Explore creative ways to celebrate Advent and Christmas with children and families—through art, storytelling, music, and more. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this gathering offers inspiration, practical ideas, and a chance to connect with others passionate about nurturing faith through creativity. Register  HERE 

A Conversation with Chris Sidoti on Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel

Thursday 25 September, 7pm

Diocesan Resource Centre

Presented by Australasian Catholic Coalition for Church Reform (ACCCR) and Garratt Publishing you are invited to join in community with members of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle to listen to Australian human rights lawyer Chris Sidoti and Sr Susan Connelly rsj discuss the latest report from the International Independent Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, including East Jerusalem and Israel. Register: https://forms.office.com/r/nUp4CY7quj or call Mary from Mission & Evangelisation on 0409 033 449