Peace is not often achieved by famous people, but by the daily determination of ordinary men and women.

This afternoon I launched the Catholic Social Justice 2022-23 Social Justice Statement Respect: Confronting Violence and Abuse at Centacare NQ Dale Last

Prof Br David Hall contends that the hallmarks of a synodal church: are (i) mission-orientated in its response to pastoral challenges and (ii) leaders who develop a culture of inclusion, dialogue and mutual listening. #MissionParish #CatholicChurch

Today we pray for the courage to go out and be missionary disciples, carrying God’s love with us everywhere we go.

Our faith journey is about 'going deeper' (pastoral conversion to a deepening relationship with Christ) and 'going wider' (outreach beyond ourselves). Let's start Becoming New in Christ across the Townsville Diocese. #catholic #Christ #deeper #wider

The missionary vision cannot be accomplished without shared effort by the whole church community. As Pope Francis said, “[O]ur challenge today is . . . to foster a sense of collaboration and shared responsibility in planning for the future of our parishes and institutions."

#MotherTeresa loved to say, “Perhaps I don’t speak their language, but I can smile”. Let us carry her smile in our hearts and give it to those whom we meet along our journey, especially those who suffer. In this way, we will open up opportunities of joy and hope.

Elizabeth II, the “last Christian monarch”, has died international.la-croix.com/news/worldeliz…. I thank God for the gift of Queen Elizabeth . Her long service was both extraordinary and exemplary . May she now Rest In Peace .

As Pope Benedict XVI stated, “Being Christian is not the result of an ethical choice or a lofty idea, but the encounter with an event, a person, which gives life a new horizon and a decisive direction.” Q: What direction are you heading in? A: A journey to Becoming New in Christ

We need leaders who enable peoples to grow in mutual understanding and dialogue, thus giving birth to the determination to build a more stable and peaceful world, with an eye to future generations. This will take understanding, patience and dialogue with all. #ApostolicJourney

Ask for the grace and courage to walk with Jesus. To follow him on the way of the Cross and to proclaim his Cross to our neighbors.

From the cross of Christ we learn love, not hatred; compassion, not indifference; forgiveness, not vengeance. #ExaltationoftheCross #ApostolicJourney

This morning I celebrated 260 yrs of Consecrated Life for four Sisters of Mercy. Sr Dawn Furse and Sr Carmel Arnold - 70 Years, Sr Rose Pelleri and Sr Marie Geddes - 60 years. These extraordinary women have given so much to the community through their dedication and witness. +Tim

In Latin, the priest's title is "pastor", meaning "shepherd". Our priests are shepherding the flock (our communities) through new times toward parish renewal.

"Let us go forward with the Lord for the good of the Church and the world..." --Pope Benedict XVI

A Memorial Mass commemorating the life of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will be celebrated this Thursday, 5 January 2023 at 10am at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Townsville. Everyone is welcome to come as we pray for this Shepherd of the Church who has been summoned to the Father.

BREAKING | Cardinal George Pell has died after complications from a hip replacement surgery. He was 81 years old. May he Rest in Peace 🙏🏻

1000 healthcare professionals warn of dangers in removing telehealth ban for euthanasia noeuthanasia.org.au/1000_healthcar…

Don't forget to pick up tomorrow's Townsville Bulletin for the latest Catholic News. You will be able to read all about our young people's experience of World Youth Day in Portugal and a number of celebrations around our parishes and schools. #CatholicNews

Mary Help of Christians Catholic College to open 2025, Townsville townsvillebulletin.com.au/news/townsvill… via Townsville Bulletin