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News
April 20, 2023

Catholic Schools NSW Board Seeking Expressions of Interest

The Bishops of NSW invite Expressions of Interest for the Board of Catholic Schools NSW (CSNSW).  Candidates should support the philosophy, values and aims of the Catholic Church (and preferably be practising Catholics who actively participate in the life of the Church) and be willing to contribute their expertise in collaboration with Board and other colleagues, consistent with good governance.

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News
April 13, 2023

Oceania bishops publish response to Synod of Bishops document

The Oceania response was drafted by a writing and discernment group, which synthesised reports from the four bishops conferences and the local Eastern Catholic Churches.
In a context of prayer and contemplation, the bishops reviewed and refined that document, which the FCBCO’s executive council recently approved and submitted to the Synod Secretariat in Rome.

Events
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News
February 20, 2023

Bishop Edwards OMI – 2023 Lenten Pastoral Letter

This Lent, Bishop Edwards invites you to experience the mercy and tenderness of God through the beautiful Sacrament of Penance.

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News
February 20, 2023

Message of the Holy Father for Lent 2023

Message of the Holy Father for Lent 2023:
Lenten Penance and the Synodal Journey

Appeals
News
November 22, 2022

Diocese of Bathurst Flood Appeal

Bathurst Bishop Michael McKenna has launched an appeal for people and communities in Central West New South Wales who have been devastated by recent floods.

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November 4, 2022

“If you want to go far, go together” – Bishop Edwards’ Pastoral Letter

Lifting the Exemption: The diocese did not require us to attend Church during the pandemic as an extraordinary measure and for our safety and wellbeing. This exemption will no longer apply.

Events
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October 14, 2022

“See you in August 2023!”: DWW Itinerary for World Youth Day Lisbon 2023

The itinerary for the Wagga Wagga Diocese WYD2023 Pilgrimage is now available.

Covid-19
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News
October 14, 2022

Diocesan Protocols – Effective Friday 14th October 2022

The Diocese of Wagga Wagga returns to normal pre-Covid practices.

Appeals
News
September 6, 2022

Floods in Pakistan – Caritas Australia Appeal

The unprecedented floods have left a trail of destruction in Pakistan, causing many to suffer the loss of their homes, livelihoods, and belongings.
Over 33 million people have been affected, and over a thousand have died.
Out of 160 districts in the country, 116 have declared a state of emergency.

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News
August 16, 2022

Synod on Synodality – the Australian Synthesis

The Australian synthesis draws from the local diocesan consultations that took places between October 2021 and March 2022, after which diocesan reports were prepared. Countries around the world are producing national syntheses that will assist the Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops in its ongoing work to prepare the international gathering in Rome in October 2023.

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July 6, 2022

Plenary Council Decrees

During the second general assembly, more than 35 motions were put to a consultative and a deliberative vote. Those motions that received a qualified majority in the deliberative vote were passed by the Plenary Council. They were confirmed as the decrees of the Plenary Council.

Appeals
May 26, 2022

Catholic Mission

As the Pope’s international mission agency, we respond to the call to love God and to love our neighbour by forming individuals and communities as missionary disciples of Jesus who share their faith in action and through prayer. We share in God’s mission to reach out, give life by sharing our personal and financial resources to: – proclaim the Gospel, – serve people in need, – act for peace, justice and creation; In partnership with local churches, so that all may have life in Christ.

Appeals
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News
March 7, 2022

The Diocese of Lismore 2022 Flood Appeal

The Most Reverend Gregory Homeming OCD, Bishop of Lismore offers his message of comfort, support and hope to the people of Northern NSW.

Appeals
January 18, 2022

Caritas Australia

Caritas Australia works hand in hand with the most marginalised communities in Australia and overseas, to confront the challenges of poverty. Through locally-led programs, we work with all people, with shared hope and compassion, towards a world where all can thrive and reach their full potential. 

Events
News
August 14, 2021

Mass For You At Home

While public Masses are suspended during the current lockdown, there are a number of options to watch Mass online. An option on television and online is Mass for You at Home.

Events
News
August 6, 2021

Social Justice Statement 2021-22

‘Cry of the Earth, Cry of the Poor’
the Australian Catholic Bishops
Social Justice Statement 2021-22
is now available. 

“The signs of the times are clear –
we know that we human beings
need a change of
heart, mind, and behaviour.”

Events
News
August 2, 2021

Pastoral Letter for Hope Sunday

Bishop Mark Edwards OMI has issued a Pastoral Letter on the matter of Voluntary Assisted Dying. Read the full letter here.

Parish Announcements
May 20, 2021

Pastoral Letter – Palliative Care + Palliative Care Week

Palliative Care Week is 23-29 May and Palliative Care Sunday is celebrated on Sunday 23 May (Pentecost this year).  A Pastoral Letter on this topic has been prepared and will be distributed through your local parish. 

Appeals
January 15, 2021

Aid to the Church In Need – Emergency Appeal for Lebanon

Port of Beirut Explosion. Photo taken days after the explosion.

Donations to the Aid to theChurch in Need Emergency Appeal are desperately sought to support the most urgent needs in Lebanon following the deadly blast in August 2020.

CEC
December 18, 2020

Establishment of the Catholic Education Council Wagga (CEC)

Bishop Edwards has established the Catholic Education Council (CEC), to assist him to fulfil his role, responsibilities and mission regarding the ministry of Catholic Education.

Parish Announcements
July 22, 2020

Most Rev Mark Edwards OMI – Bishop of Wagga Wagga

mark-edwards-traditional-wiradjuri-smoking-ceremony-installation-bishop-wagga-wagga

Reverend Mark Edwards OMI was received as the sixth Bishop of Wagga Wagga during a Liturgical Reception and Solemn Mass at St Michael’s Cathedral, Wagga Wagga on Wednesday 22 July 2020.

Parish Announcements
July 3, 2020

Plenary Council 2020: Listen To What The Spirit Is Saying

In October 2021, the Catholic Church in Australia will gather for the first Plenary Council to be held since the second Vatican Council.