Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday at St Joseph’s Cathedral began with a Eucharistic celebration participated in by students and teachers from The Cathedral College, various staff from the Catholic Education Office, the Centacare CQ as well as the Bishop’s Office. 

Bishop Michael with Centacare Staff

Bishop Michael reiterated the importance of the day, which marks the beginning of Lent and invited the congregation to observe a Christian holy day of prayer, fasting and repentance.

Diocese rolls out Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Training

Judy Pidcock, Manager of Professional Standards and Safeguarding of the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton leds the implementation of the Diocesan Safeguarding training program in all the parishes and agencies, including the Catholic Education Office, Centacare CQ and the Bishop’s Office.

The objective of the program is to understand Safeguarding as a Diocesan Ministry, its policy, highlighting Integrity in the service of the Church; safe activities within the Church; strategies in dealing with incidents, disclosures, allegations, concerns and reporting.

Safeguarding is first and foremost responsibility of the Church to ensure the safety and protection of children and those most vulnerable within our community.