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08 Nov 2009

Gala Celebration to mark the centenary of the death of Mary MacKillop-Brisbane

Brisbane City Hall

To mark the centenary of the death of Mary MacKillop, the Sisters of St Joseph (QLD) and the Brisbane Campus (McAuley at Banyo) are organising a gala celebration.

For more information please visit the following link http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/news_events/features/blessed_mary_mackillop/

27 Nov 2009

Cardinal Cordes lecture and panel session

Venue: North Sydney Campus, Ryan Auditorium, 40 Edward Street, North Sydney, NSW.

Australian Catholic University (ACU National) is hosting a conference to celebrate and explore the 3rd Encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI entitled Caritas in Veritate.

Caritas in Veritate, or Charity in Truth, discusses the application of the Church's social teaching on globalisation and international development. 

The Conference will enable Australian scholars from the academic fields of economics, politics, theology and philosophy to engage with those working in the area of social justice.
 
As part of the Conference, two public sessions will take place that will allow for members of the public to learn more about and discuss the content of the document.

The first public session will be a panel discussion highlighting the significance of the papal document. The second will be a lecture by Cardinal Paul Josef Cordes, President of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum.

The two-day closed conference will involve representatives from Caritas Australia, John Paul II Institute, Yarra Theological Union and Catholic Theological College, Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture and ACU National.

All are welcome to attend.

02 Dec 2009

Building a life, grounded in hope: a contemplative retreat (Sydney)

The retreat provides an opportunity for ACU National students (aged 18 -35) to 'get away' and spend some time at the picturesque and peaceful Mt. Carmel Retreat Centre (Varroville Minto NSW), with others seeking to grow closer to God.

Activities

Bushwalks, prayer, reflection, talks, sharing groups, mass, opportunity for confession, spiritual direction, festive night, recreation and rest.

When and Where?

2-4 December 2009 (Wednesday to Friday)
Mt Carmel Retreat Centre, 247 St Andrews Rd (Varrovillem Minto NSW) 

How much does it cost?

$40 includes accommodation, meals and linen.

RSVP

31st October 2009 (limited places, must book early)

The retreat is conducted by the Directorate of Identity and Mission at ACU National and talks will be given by Bishop Julian Porteous DD CG (Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney).

For more information or to registers, please email Emily.Wolfenden@acu.edu.au or telephone (03) 9953 3098.