"Pour out upon us the power of your love." LS 246
"For all things speak of you..." Laudato Si 246
"The earth was here before us..." LS 67
“The entire universe speaks of God’s love…” LS 84
“The world is a joyful mystery." Laudato Si 12
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Archbishop Paul Martin Christmas message 2025

Archbishop Paul Martin SM sends his Christmas greetings as we come to the joyful conclusion of Advent marked by the birth of our saviour, Jesus Christ.

Love is a Decision courses in 2026

The Love is a Decision marriage preparation programme is coming back for 2026!

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Holy Cross Seminary Christmas newsletter

Online safeguarding workshops in 2026

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Final Samoan community end of year Mass

New Zealand Catholic Bishops’ Committee for Interfaith Relations Sydney attack statement

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WelCom December 2025

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