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    ‘Will the bell ever ring again?’ 30-year anniversary of the historic Cathedral fire in Parramatta  
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        More than 50 schools from across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) gathered to launch Project Compassion 2026, marking the beginning of Caritas Australia’s annual Lenten appeal with a shared commitment to stand in solidarity with communities experiencing poverty around the world. ...
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        They say a successful marriage is about falling in love over and over – with the same person. This year, the Diocese’s first-ever Valentine’s Date Night brought together couples who do just that....
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        Mary Brazell
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        As the Parish of the Upper Blue Mountains strengthens its growing community, a new peal of bells is encouraging parishioners to synchronise their hearts to Christ. ...
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        The 2026 Australian Maronite Convention, Arise, organised by Maronite Youth Australia (MYA), brought together young Catholics from across Australia and New Zealand from 6–8 February at the Tops Conference Centre for three days of faith, dialogue and fellowship....
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        A new initiative of the Adelaide Archdiocese and Fertility Fundamentals Inc has given Catholics in South Australia increased access to information about fertility services that are aligned to their faith....
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        On the Feast of St Josephine Bakhita, celebrated on 8 February, we are called to walk gently with those on the margins as we enter the season of Lent. ...
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        Deacon Michael Tan's homily for the First Sunday of Lent, Year A, and the first Healthcare Ministries formation and support Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Rouse Hill 22 February 2026...
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        Reasons for Hope: a luncheon conversation on faith and renewal 

        Belinda Gadd
        20/02/2026
        This March, the parish hall at Hunters Hill will come alive with reflection, conversation, and inspiration as Catalyst for Renewal presents a special luncheon, ‘Reasons for Hope’. ...
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