Diocesan Women's Retreat
by Jacinta Nicholls, Retreat Team Leader
In April, around 130 women from throughout the diocese gathered in Marian College for a special retreat, centred on the Jubilee Year theme of Hope. The day began with Mass, celebrated by Bishop Michael, and concluded in the mid-afternoon with a time of prayer. It was a Lenten opportunity to step away from the demands of daily life and enter into a time of reflection, silence, and spiritual renewal. We were blessed to hear from two inspiring speakers—Sr Lauren of the Cross and Lisa Borkus—who shared powerful testimonies of hope in their own lives and the examples of hope found in the lives of the saints. Valuable small group sharing also gave women the chance to connect more deeply with others from their own parishes.
