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Biographical Dictionary of Australian Catholic Educators

14 November 2025

The Australian Catholic University has a website titled, Biographical Dictionary of Australian Catholic Educators, which features Father Julian Tenison Woods as the first Director of Catholic Education in South Australia.

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Happy Birthday Fr Julian Tenison Woods

11 November 2025

On his birthday, we pause in sacred reflection to honour the life and legacy of Father Julian Tenison Woods, born 15 November 1832 in London.

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World Day of the Poor: A Call to Compassion

10 November 2025

In this Jubilee year, we jointly commemorate the World Day of the Poor and the Jubilee of the Poor on 16 November. Read about the work that Mary MacKillop Today is doing to help create opportunities so that every child has the chance to thrive.

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November Prayer Intention: For the prevention of suicide

7 November 2025

For November, the Pope’s prayer intention is to pray “that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts may find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life”.

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The Communion of Saints

28 October 2025

Each year on 1 November, we celebrate the feast of All Saints. In her reflection, Sr Moya Unthank reflects on a different pattern of relationship with the saints.

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Jubilee 2025: Education and World Teachers’ Day

27 October 2025

This year as we celebrate the Jubilee of the World of Education from 31 October to 2 November, we also celebrate World Teachers’ Day in Australia on 31 October. Sr Jeanette Foxe shares a prayer of gratitude and blessing for teachers.

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