Mary MacKillop Centres

Mary MacKillop Place, North Sydney

Mary MacKillop Place and in particular the tomb of Mary MacKillop in the Mary MacKillop Memorial Chapel have become a place of pilgrimage.

As Mary MacKillop died on 8th August, the 8th day of each month has become a special day for pilgrims to visit Mary MacKillop Place, participate in the celebration of the Eucharist, visit the Museum, and pray at the Tomb.

There is a Pastoral Care Team at Mary MacKillop Place, so some Sisters are always available to listen to pilgrims and visitors, and provide support when needed.

8th August is a very special day, and thousands of pilgrims visit Mary MacKillop Place, Masses are celebrated throughout the day in various locations, and there is a range of happenings. The organisation of such an event is challenging, and many volunteers help provide directions and support.

Contact Details
Mary MacKillop Place
7 - 11 Mount Street
PO Box 1081
North Sydney NSW 2059

For bookings and further information on Mary MacKillop Place, please call:

Anderledy Lodge & Accommodation: Ph 02 8912 4800
Conference Centre: Ph 02 8912 4812
Mary MacKillop Place Museum: Ph 02 8912 4878
Email: info@sosj.org.au
Website: www.marymackillopplace.org.au

Pilgrimages

The notion of going on a pilgrimage and being a pilgrim is a very ancient one that belongs to the spiritual tradition of all great faiths. Mary MacKillop Place and in particular the tomb of Mary MacKillop have become a place of pilgrimage.

As Mary MacKillop died on 8^th August, the 8th day of each month has become a special day for pilgrims to visit Mary MacKillop Place, participate in the celebration of the Eucharist, visit the Museum, and pray at the Tomb. 8^th August is a very special day, and thousands of pilgrims visit Mary MacKillop Place, Masses are celebrated throughout the day in various locations, and there is a range of happenings. The organisation of such an event is challenging, and many volunteers help provide directions and support.

There is a Pastoral Care department at Mary MacKillop Place, so some Sisters are always available to listen to pilgrims and visitors, and provide support when needed. If you would like a prayer request or thanksgiving placed in the Petition Boxes at the foot of Mary’s grave, or if you wish to have a petition included in the Masses being offered in the Chapel, or if you wish to receive material for a novena please contact pastoralcare@sosj.org.au

An Australian Pilgrimage is organised each year In the Footsteps of Blessed Mary MacKillop. This visits many of the sites associated with Mary MacKillop's life and work in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. For information contact MMP.Ministries@sosj.org.au

Anderledy Lodge

Hospitality characterises the visitor’s stay at Mary MacKillop Place. In

Anderledy Lodge accommodation is provided for pilgrims, visitors, conference attendants, Josephite Associates, and friends of the Sisters.

A variety of rooms and modern

educational facilities are available for conference groups or seminars or meetings.

Mary MacKillop Place has often been referred to as an oasis in the midst of the busy centre of North Sydney. There are many places within the complex where one can find a quiet place.

Enjoy a Cultural Weekend Stay at Mary MacKillop Place (pdf)

Contact and Accommodation Bookings:
9 Mount Street, North Sydney NSW 2060
Vehicular access via 80 William Street
Phone: 02 8912 4800
Fax: 02 8912 4847
Email: anderledy.reservations@sosj.org.au

Conference Centre

The recently refurbished Isabel Menton Theatre has a capacity for 185 in the theatre mode but can also be arranged with tables for workshop groups. In either format there are audiovisual facilities and technical support to assist in the presentation of public lectures, artistic presentations, debates or other activities.

Other rooms are available for group discussion and/or smaller workshops.

Contact the Conferences Bookings Administrator

Email: conference.bookings@sosj.org.au

The Sydney Centre for Religious Development, which provides courses and ongoing professional training in the area of spiritual development and direction is another ministry located within Mary MacKillop Place. Contact scrd@sosj.org.au.

Located near Mary MacKillop Place is also the International Office of Seasons for Growth which provides resources to assist adults and young people reflect on the impact of grief on their lives.

Contact Details
Phone: 02 9963 6300
Fax: 02 9923 1655
Web: http://www.goodgrief.org.au