International Day of Education
We must teach more by example than by word. Mary MacKillop 1867 The International Day of Education, held annually on 24 January, is a global day that raises awareness about the importance of inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all. Access to education can help children and young people escape a life of poverty, reduce inequalities, […]
This Christmas, give the gift of education
Timor-Leste may be one of our closest neighbours but for many of its children, schooling – something that is taken for granted by most Australian children – remains a distant dream. Sadly, nearly 42% of Timor-Leste’s population lives below the poverty line, and children miss out on vital opportunities for learning. [1] Saint Mary MacKillop […]
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Never see a need without doing something about it. Saint Mary MacKillop The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, held annually on 17 October, is a global day that raises awareness about the causes and effects of poverty, and how we can – as individuals and communities – take steps towards its eradication. According […]
Celebrating the International Day of Charity: Spreading Kindness
What is the International Day of Charity? The International Day of Charity, which is observed annually on 5 September, is a global day that raises awareness of charity work around the world. Established by the United Nations in 2012, the International Day of Charity is an opportunity to support charitable works. It’s also a chance […]
Mary MacKillop Today’s Community Grants Program
Reaching people and communities at the margins in Australia Applications for the Mary MacKillop Today Community Grants Program 2025 will open at 9:00am on Monday 12 August and close at 5:00pm on Friday 20 September 2024.
Mary MacKillop Feast Day Celebrations 2024
Mary MacKillop Place, the Sisters of Saint Joseph and Mary MacKillop Today extend a warm invitation to all to celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop on Thursday, 8 August 2024. We look forward to welcoming everyone, including our pilgrims and supporters, to Mary MacKillop Place in North Sydney.
The spirit of Mary MacKillop burns strongly in Timor-Leste
If one was to try to summarise the spirit of Mary MacKillop, we could possibly say that it is a spirit that is compassionate, one that uses education to “heal, include, untether, set right and serve”, one that loves not only those being ministered to, but also those who work beside us, and one that […]
Families hit hard by the cost-of-living crisis
Currently, more than 50% of Australia’s population is experiencing mental distress directly linked to the cost-of-living crisis that is gripping the nation.[1] Sadly, this type of situation is becoming a reality for too many people as bills like food, electricity, housing and rent skyrocket. It’s heartbreaking, as more people who never needed support before are […]
Care for Earth in WA
Sisters and neighbours, Sr Maura pbvm (Presentation Sisters) and Sr Maree rsj (Sisters of Saint Joseph), live in an Over 55s Village in Western Australia. “Well before Laudato Si’ – my mother taught us to be frugal and waste free,” says Sr Maree. “This would have been due to her own upbringing during the war […]
International Women’s Day – ‘Women at the Heart’
International Women’s Day, held annually on 8 March, is a global day that recognises the resilience, strength, and achievements of women from diverse backgrounds and cultures across the world. Acknowledging this important day allows Mary MacKillop Today to reflect on the invaluable contributions of women within the communities we support and the persistent challenges they […]
Let’s Unwrap the True Spirit of Christmas with the Flourishing Gift of Literacy!
A message from Jane Woolford, CEO of Mary MacKillop Today It’s truly inspiring to be part of the Josephite family. Like you, I am deeply moved by the extraordinary spirit of Saint Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of Saint Joseph. I’m thankful for this chance to share stories with you about the work we’re doing […]
Santusa is breaking the cycle of poverty!
On 17 October we observe the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, a day which presents us all with the opportunity to acknowledge the struggles and marginalisation that many people here in Australia and around the world experience. The theme for 2022-2023 observance is Dignity for all in practice, a core underlying value that’s […]