Join us in embracing this Holy Year proclaimed by Pope Francis. This page is your central guide to Jubilee celebrations in the Diocese of Wollongong, offering details on pilgrimage sites, plenary indulgences, and resources for prayer, formation, and service. Discover key events, deepen your faith through themes of hope and renewal, and find inspiration to bring light and trust to the world as a true Pilgrim of Hope.
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Step into a profound spiritual journey with our daily Mass readings, guiding you through the Word of God and nurturing your spiritual growth. Taken from the lectionary, these readings span three years, offering a rich tapestry of biblical wisdom to accompany you each day.
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This weekend on the solemnity of Christ the King, Bishop Brian has shared his transformative vision for parishes in the Diocese of Wollongong!
His heartfelt message echoes the beating heart of our communities—the person of Jesus. Come & See, Go & Make: A Vision for Parishes is an inspiring call to encounter Jesus, be transformed, and become disciples.
This weekend, parishes across the Diocese of Wollongong will receive:
Additionally, in December, parishes will receive several worksheet documents that will support communities in the process of prayer, reflection, and discernment in the New Year. Engagement with these activities will be a crucial part of the renewal process in parish communities.
We embark on this journey together, trusting in the goodness and mercy of God who promises, “I know the plans I have for you … plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope” (Jeremiah 29:11).
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The diocese’s weekly television production in partnership with the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference of Mass for You at Home (MFYAH) broadcasts around the country on Network Ten (6am) and Foxtel’s Aurora Channel 173 (10am) each Sunday morning. It is then available to watch on demand on Network Ten’s streaming platform 10play.com.au and the new MFYAH website massforyou.com.au where you can also subscribe to the MFYAH YouTube channel.
This important ministry reaches into people’s homes, hospital beds and prison cells, inviting them to pray along with the priests and other ministers. If you are able to support Mass for You at Home through prayer, promotion or financial support, see below link.
The daily readings are taken from the lectionary which divides much of the Bible into three years worth of readings.
Discover your unique vocation, and explore the call to marriage, consecrated life, or ordained ministry.
Weekly radio program and podcast developed by the diocese all about faith, hope, love and life.
Opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. Alpha is an experience!
Free weekly faith-sharing small group resource to help to build and develop community and faith.
Popular pocket-sized book with beautiful artwork and daily reflections for Advent and Christmas.
Popular book and music resource for Lenten groups and individuals. Includes beautiful artwork and daily reflections.
Provides policy and guidelines, online forms, and resources to support those preparing liturgy.
Did you know you can set up your parish giving on the new DOW App? It only takes a couple of minutes and then you have full control of your regular and one-off giving to first, second and special parish collections. The App also has an amazing diocesan Mass times finder, daily Mass readings, upcoming diocesan news and events, and links to other important diocesan media and resources. Download now!
