Parishes of Adelaide Podcast

Message from the Preparatory Commission. Archdiocesan Vision and Mission Statement. Safeguarding Commitment. Statement of Accountability. Process of Communal Discernment. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an editorial board worked to develop 5 Ke...

The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an editorial board worked to develop 5 Key Theme papers and provide supporting documents. The Key themes were developed from the consultations and outcomes of our Diocesan Assemblies, the plenary Council and the...

Key Theme 1: Becoming Missionary Disciples We are missionary disciples through baptism, which means we have a responsibility to carry on Christ’s mission and the authority to do so. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an editorial board worked to d...

Key Theme 2: Communion in Grace – Sacrament to the World The Church is for everyone. The Church in the 21st century in our Archdiocese is made up of many new and diverse communities and must adapt accordingly. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an...

Key Theme 3: The Mission of Catholic Education and Being Church Together The local Catholic school remains a fundamental way of families connecting with the broader parish community. Greater collaboration between worshipping communities is needed to help teachers, students and families explore of faith and spirituality. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and dis...

Key Theme 4: Formation for Mission and Leadership Faith is an ongoing journey into the love of God revealed in Jesus and its importance was underlined by Pope Francis who urged the Catholic community to go to the margins of society and to be, at heart, a missionary community. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Syno...

Key Theme 5: Structures and Planning for Communion, Participation and Mission Structures exist throughout the Archdiocese for Parishes, Schools, Diocesan offices, and ministries that support governance with an ultimate goal to serve communion, participation and mission. The Synod process highlights that communion, participation, and mission must come before structures, with governance, Parish boun...

Additional recommendations and closing. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an editorial board worked to develop 5 Key Theme papers and provide supporting documents. The Key themes were developed from the consultations and outcomes of our Diocesan...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The South Australian Dialogue of the Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches has been meeting since 1979. Some fruits of the dialogue have been a deeper appreciation of each other's traditions, a discussion of many topics of mutual interest, the preparation of several papers and efforts to communicate with the wider Christian community. Over the last year, this dialogue group, comprised of members fro...

The Catholic Youth Podcast Episode 7 – Getting Married in the Catholic Church (Part 1) with Fr Josh Nash In episode number 7, part 1 of this 2 part special, we chat with Fr Josh Nash, Catholic Priest and Oblate Missionary, to chat about everything you need to know about getting married in the Catholic Church. In part 1 you’ll learn all about: What is the meaning behind getting married in the Catho...

In episode number 6 we chat with Belinda Fusco, Events Manager for the Archdiocese of Adelaide and former COYYA Youth Ministry Support Officer to talk about how to plan and run events. In this episode you’ll learn all about: - Where to begin with event planning, - How to set an event timeline, - How to work out priorities and plan an event, - Tips on how to invite and market your event, - How to i...

There was a headline in the New York Times on the 7th of March 2022 which read “The Nun Reshaping the Role of Women Inside the Vatican”. The article was about Sr Natalie Becquart, the first woman in history to have the right to vote in the Catholic synod. She’s the undersecretary of the synod of bishops in Rome, appointed by Pope Francis, and she was in Adelaide recently for only one day to give a...

In episode number 5 we hear from Cara McGlaughlin, former school youth minister and team member of Marist Youth Ministry Australia to learn from her extensive experience working in school youth ministry. Whether you’re just starting out in youth ministry or you’re a veteran youth minister, this conversation will give you plenty of inspiration heading into the new school year. Cara’s top tips for s...

In episode number 4 we sit down with Micah Thorbjornsen to talk about his experience about how men form friendships and connect with each other and their spirituality.

In episode number 3 we hear from Amanda Razon, former Family Faith Formation Advisor for Catholic Education and current Assistant Principal in Religious Identity and Mission (APRIM) at St John the Baptist Catholic School to talk about spiritual practices in schools. In this episode you’ll learn about: What are the main spiritual practices generally found in Catholic schools including, - Prayer - L...

In episode number 2, how to create a sacred space, we hear from Alison Gore, Senior Education Advisor, at Catholic Education SA to talk about sacred spaces. In this episode you’ll learn about: What is a sacred space, Why we often have sacred spaces when we gather, How incorporating a sacred space can elevate our gatherings, and How to create a sacred space by following a series of steps and practi...