Australian Plenary Council: The way forward

Australian Plenary Council: The way forward

Jul 15, 2022 | News

It has been a significant time for so many people that the 5th Plenary Council of the church in Australia took place from 3–9 July, the first Council in over 80 years. People came from across the country, along with overseas visitors, and there was a great team of...
The mud and the lotus, holding joy and suffering together

The mud and the lotus, holding joy and suffering together

May 19, 2022 | Reflections

In this moving and tender reflection, Corrie van den Bosch MSS explores the potential meaning of a dream she had. A dream that followed her reading a paper on Women and Suffering, which highlighted the inter-relatedness of joy and sorrow within our world – that...
Farewell and thank you to Liz McAloon

Farewell and thank you to Liz McAloon

Mar 14, 2022 | News

We farewelled Liz McAloon, executive officer of Highways and Byways, formerly the John Wallis Foundation, with a small gathering on Monday 28 February. From one day a week and a very small number of small grants through the then John Wallis Foundation, Liz has grown...
Celebrating World Day for Consecrated Life

Celebrating World Day for Consecrated Life

Feb 2, 2022 | News

February 2 marks World Day for Consecrated Life, a time to celebrate and give thanks for all who have given their lives in service of the message and works of Jesus Christ. The day is celebrated on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord and was originally chosen by...
Rest in Peace, Maureen Hickling MSS, 1954 – 2021

Rest in Peace, Maureen Hickling MSS, 1954 – 2021

Oct 16, 2021 | News

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death of Maureen Hickling MSS. Maureen died peacefully on 15 October, at Palm Lake Care, Beachmere in Queensland. RECORDING OF FUNERAL MASS LIVESTREAM Maureen’s funeral was held on Thursday 21 October in the...