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Advent Week Three: The Candle of Joy

The third Advent candle, the 'Shepherd's Candle,' symbolises joy. Its rose colour represents the joy of the shepherds at the birth of Jesus.

Foundation Day, 12 December

The story of the Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy began on 12 December 1831

Catholic Organisations Call for Introduction of Human Rights Act

As the world today marks the United Nations Human Rights Day, Catholic organisations have joined a campaign calling for Australia to introduce a Human Rights Act.

Advent Week Two: The Candle of Peace

The second week of Advent (7-13 December) takes us from thinking about hope to a related idea - peace.

Advent Week One: The Candle of Hope

Advent comes from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming.” The Advent wreath has 4 candles, one lit for each of the 4 Sundays leading into Christmas.