Event Notices from the Archdiocese
by Woden South
28 August | Homecoming Silent Retreat 28th -30th August, Carmel House, Varroville, NSW |
“His father saw him, ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” Lk 15: 20
Your heavenly Father waits for you to come away with him for a weekend of silently soaking in his great love for you. Embrace this opportunity for encountering deep peace and serenity. This retreat is for men and women aged 18+. Hosted by the MGL Sisters.
Choose from a weekend retreat or extend your time with a 5 day retreat opt
w/e: www.trybooking.com/DIDBK
extended: www.trybooking.com/DIDBU
26 August | August Veritas Lecture | Supporting the participation of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD): An occupational therapy perspective | 05:30 pm
In this lecture, I will share my research findings of an occupational performance and participation approached known as the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance Approach (CO-OP) is an evidence-based problem-solving approach that supports children and adults learn new skills and achieve personally meaningful goals. I have trialled CO-OP with three children with FASD and will share my learning from this research and approach
To register, go to: www.acu.edu.au/about
20 September | St Anthony’s Parish 50th Anniversay Mass | 09:00 am
Save the Date:
The Archbishop will celebrate the 50th Anniversary Mass at St Anthony’s on Sunday 20 September, 9:00am. All past parishioners are invited to attend.
September 2026 | Dominican Pilgrimage to Spain, France and italy
Embark on a sacred Dominican Pilgrimage to Spain, France, and Italy, a profound 14-day journey through the heartlands of European faith, study, prayer, and preaching.
Walk in the footsteps of St Dominic, St Catherine of Siena, and other great Dominican saints as you trace the origins and living legacy of the Order of Preachers. From Caleruega, the birthplace of St Dominic, travel through the early foundations of the Order in Prouilhe and Toulouse, places where the Dominican charism first took root and flourished.
The pilgrimage continues into Italy, visiting Bologna, a historic centre of Dominican study and community life; Siena, home of St Catherine’s witness of faith and courage; and Rome, the heart of the universal Church. Along the way, you will encounter towns, monasteries, and sacred sites that reveal how prayer, truth, and preaching shaped Europe—and continue to renew the Church today.
Journeying with the Dominican Friars and the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia, this pilgrimage offers daily opportunities for prayer, reflection, and shared celebration of the liturgy. It is an invitation not only to visit holy places, but to deepen your understanding of the Dominican charism: to contemplate, and to share the fruits of contemplation.
Departs Saturday, 26 September 2026
14 Days / 11 Nights
Spain • France • Italy
CONTACT US
info@harvestjourneys.com
www.harvestjourneys.com
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30 September | Explosion 2026: Increase & Overflow | 05:30 pm
Registrations are now open for Explosion 2026, a Catholic youth conference for students in years 7 to 12. Hosted by the Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community, Explosion will be held at St Clare’s College, Canberra, from September 30 to October 3, offering inspiring speakers, powerful prayer and worship, and the opportunity to build lasting friendships while growing in faith. Early bird pricing available until August 8. For more information and to register, visit explosionyouth.com.
1 November | Marian Procession | 10:00 am
The Marian Procession is an ecumenical event hosted by the Goulburn Parish of Sts Mary Queen of Apostles, from the Old Cathedral of Sts Peter and Paul’s. This year it will process on All Saints Day, Sunday the 1st of November. Save the date!
