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    At the heart of who we are is not all the buildings but the person of Jesus Christ, who enters into our lives and who we then share with others.

    - Archbishop Peter A Comensoli
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    Welcome! Come and learn about Jesus – who he is and how much he loves you. We invite you to learn about our parishes too – supportive communities where we pray, learn and share our lives with one another.

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    'Jesus Christ loves you; he gave his life to save you; and now he is living at your side every day to enlighten, strengthen and free you.'

    - Pope Francis
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    'Go out to the whole world; proclaim the Good News to all creation.'

    - Mark 16:15
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    'The Church must be a place of mercy freely given, where everyone can feel welcomed, loved, forgiven and encouraged to live the good life of the Gospel.'

    - Pope Francis
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    'Jesus Christ loves you; he gave his life to save you; and now he is living at your side every day to enlighten, strengthen and free you.'

    - Pope Francis
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    Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. In the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, we consider the safety and wellbeing of all persons to be our highest priority.

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    'The effective protection of minors and a commitment to ensure their human and spiritual development, in keeping with the dignity of the human person, are integral parts of the Gospel message that the Church and all members of the faithful are called to spread throughout the world.'

    - Pope Francis
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