Seeking More Out of Life? - 14 Jul 2008
People of all ages and backgrounds join the Catholic family every year. Why? If you are seeking more, why not consider the invitation offered by Jesus Christ? [More...]

New Youth Website - 01 Jul 2008
Visit our new Youth Website highlighting resources, groups, Masses and events. [More...]

Catholic Bishops reach out to those who have been away from their faith - 15 Jun 2008
The Catholic Church is to undertake its biggest ever outreach this weekend with a nation-wide newspaper advertising blitz in which the Bishops issue an open invitation for Catholics who may have been away from their faith to reconnect with the Church community. [More...]

Youth is a State of Mind - 04 Jun 2008
'Young people today love leisure too much. They have bad manners. They flaunt authority and they have no respect for their elders.' [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for June 2008 - 01 Jun 2008
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for June 2008, please click here. [More...]

Are You Going to WYD? - This is for you! - 31 May 2008
Are you attending WYD08 or interested in attending? Pilgrims need to spiritually prepare and this is your opportunity. [More...]

Reflections on the Immaculate Heart - 29 May 2008
Jesus says to us in today’s Gospel, “Anyone who hears my words and puts them into practice is like the wise person who built a house on rock.” (Mt 7:24) [More...]

Reception of Holy Communion - 25 May 2008
On the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, it is appropriate to reflect on the meaning of receiving holy Communion. [More...]

CEO 25 years service - 25 May 2008
When individuals both survive and thrive for a quarter of a century – either in marriage or in the priesthood or in the same profession, such as teaching – people talk about milestones. [More...]

“Transitional” Mothers and the Mother of God - 18 May 2008
I usually enjoy Danny Katz, who whimsically answers readers’ questions about 21st Century ethics, etiquette and dilemmas in “The Good Weekend” supplement of the Saturday Sydney Morning Herald under the heading of “Modern Guru.” [More...]

Support for Disaster Victims in Burma and China - 16 May 2008
Caritas Australia has special appeals in place to support efforts on the ground in these countries. [More...]

National day of prayer for Burma cyclone victims - 08 May 2008
The Catholic Bishops of Australia have called for a national day of prayer this Sunday, in solidarity with the people of Burma who are suffering so greatly from the tragic effects of Cyclone Nargis. [More...]

Be my witness to the Ends of the Earth - 04 May 2008
Catholic Mission Appeal. The 2008 theme is tied in closely with World Youth Day and uses a powerful image of Christ, a youth in mission, embracing His cross. [More...]

Pastoral Letter on Internet Safety - 27 Apr 2008
To mark World Communications Sunday on 27 April 2008 the Catholic Bishops of Australia have issued a Pastoral Letter. [More...]

Changes in the celebration of the Mass - 06 Apr 2008
Pentecost Sunday, 11 May, marks the introduction of two minor changes in the way Mass is celebrated across Australia. [More...]

Additional General Intercession for Good Friday - 21 Mar 2008
The Roman Missal allows the Local Ordinary to permit or decree the addition of a special intention in the General Intercessions of the Good Friday “Celebration of the Lord’s Passion” in case of serious public need.

In view of the impending Journey of the WYD Cross, the Icon of our Blessed Mother and the Aboriginal Message Stick throughout our Diocese, beginning on Easter Monday, I decree that the following petition be added on Good Friday so that, by God’s grace, this sacred pilgrimage will proceed without any incident or injury, and will touch the hearts and lives of people, young and old, throughout our local Church and bring about a resurgence of commitment to our crucified and risen Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Easter Greetings and Blessings - 19 Mar 2008
The Cross is the ultimate symbol that touches the depth of our spirit. The Cross speaks to us of service, of sacrifice, of hope, of love, of fidelity and of faith. [More...]

Easter Service Times now available - 12 Mar 2008
Easter Service Times across the Diocese of Wollongong are now available within each parish's Mass Times page. [More...]

Apology to the Stolen Generations - 13 Feb 2008
On this historic day for our nation, it is my hope and prayer that saying 'sorry' will unlock a great healing for our nation. [More...]

Our Journey of Hope - 03 Feb 2008
Bishop Peter in his 2008 Lenten Pastoral Message invites us not only to welcome but imitate the World Youth Day pilgrims. [More...]

Christmas Mass times - 12 Dec 2007
Christmas Mass times in parishes across the Diocese are now available. Please click here. [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for December 2007 - 01 Dec 2007
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for December 2007, please click here. [More...]

On Christian Hope - 30 Nov 2007
Read the full text of the new Encyclical Letter Spe Salvi from Pope Benedict XVI on our Resources page. [More...]

The Elementary & Obvious - 25 Nov 2007
The Apostles are prepared to do anything, even go to gaol, to make sure that Jesus with his saving message is proclaimed. They also witness to Jesus by their compassion and outreach to the sick, to the poor and to people in need. [More...]

Seventy and Ninety - 08 Sep 2007
People who study the significance of numbers find an interesting source for their investigation, both in Scripture and the Liturgy – the meanings of numbers can throw additional light on God and how God planned to save us through sending his Son, Jesus, born of the Virgin Mary. [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for September 2007 - 01 Sep 2007
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for September 2007, please click here. [More...]

WHAT CANCER CANNOT DO - 22 Aug 2007
When a priest I know was diagnosed with a form of cancer, he not only spoke about his ongoing months of treatment but also of how it gave him a first‐hand appreciation of the many emotional and spiritual challenges that any of us, and those we love, might go through, should any be presently living with cancer, or may in the future. [More...]

New Patron for Diocesan Clergy, Catechists, and the Lay Apostolate - 15 Aug 2007
Fr George Preca was really a man ahead of his time. Preca saw the importance of teaching and forming lay people who were “the sleeping giant” in the Church. [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for August 2007 - 01 Aug 2007
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for August 2007, please click here. [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for July 2007 - 01 Jul 2007
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for July 2007, please click here. [More...]

Immaculate Heart of Mary - 17 Jun 2007
Reflections in relation to our Diocesan Feast, to be celebrated on the weekend of 16-17 June 2007. [More...]

Bishop Peter's Diary for June 2007 - 01 Jun 2007
To view Bishop Peter Ingham's diary for June 2007, please click here. [More...]

What’s it all about? - 23 May 2007
“Rise up” Column, Wollongong Advertiser
Click here for full text of the article. [More...]

Peace be with you! - 13 May 2007
Welcome. Please remember to sign up for your e-newsletter before you go so we can keep in touch with you. [More...]

On holy ground - 04 May 2007
On 24 April, I launched for Wollongong Diocese an Ecological Vision for Catholic Education in NSW entitled “On Holy Ground”. God said to Moses “remove the sandals from your feet … you are standing on holy ground” (Exodus 3:5). [More...]

A Reason to Hope - 04 Apr 2007
In the midst of suffering, injustices and violence on a personal, community and international scale, we may be forgiven for losing hope for the future. What is our reason for hope? [More...]

Lenten Pastoral Letter - 18 Feb 2007
What is the difference between a window and a door? Doors lead somewhere. Doors can open up new horizons. [More...]

Year of Welcome - 03 Dec 2006
In 2007, our diocese celebrates a Year of Welcome. See Bishop Peter's Advent Letter on Welcome... [More...]