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For 120 years, Gippsland Anglicans has been active in communities of Gippsland. Read the latest news below.

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December 19th, 2023

Bishop Richard's Christmas Message 2023

In wishing you well for the Christmas season ahead, here is a brief seasonal reflection from Bishop Richard - https://youtu.be/A5qnO133IZE Every blessing ahead … read more

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December 18th, 2023

The Revd Dennis Webster appointed Rector of Paynesville

The Diocese is thrilled to announce that The Revd Dennis Webster, experienced priest in the Diocese of Melbourne, has accepted an invitation to serve as Rector … read more

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December 7th, 2023

The Revd Daniel Gebert appointed Rector of Warragul

The Diocese is delighted to share news of The Revd Daniel Gebert’s appointment as Rector of Warragul! The Clergy Appointments Advisory Board was enthusiastic … read more

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September 14th, 2023

The Revd Canon Gradwell Fredericks appointed Rector of Traralgon

The Diocese is joyful in sharing glad tidings of Gradwell Fredericks’ appointment as Rector of the Parish of Traralgon, on the unanimous recommendation of a v… read more

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May 20th, 2023

Presidential Address - Synod 2023

Bishop Richard’s Presidential Address to the Diocesan Synod 2023 is available for download below. read more

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March 7th, 2023

Dr Cath Connelly appointed as Abbey Director

The Abbey Chapter has appointed Dr Cath Connelly to succeed The Revd Edie Ashley as leader of this diocesan mission initiative under the new title of ‘Abbey D… read more

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March 7th, 2023

Revd John Webster appointed Rector of the Parish of Drouin

The Diocese is delighted to join with all members of the Clergy Appointments Advisory Board for Drouin in announcing the appointment of The Revd John Webster as… read more

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December 15th, 2022

St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral Awarded Grant For Rooftop Solar Power.

St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral has been awarded a dollar-for dollar grant of over $8000 for a 12.45 kilowatt rooftop solar system on Delbridge Hall at St Paul… read more

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December 1st, 2022

Aboriginal Ministry Attracts $170,000 Grant

Aboriginal Christian Ministry within the Anglican Diocese of Gippsland will be supported over the next three years by a $170,000 grant. read more

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September 1st, 2022

Creative climate for op shops

By Sally Woollett This month heralds the Season of Creation, and perhaps a spring to the step. We might be tempted to spring clean the wardrobe to make room for… read more

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August 18th, 2022

A Pastoral letter from Bishop Richard Treloar

Please find a pastoral letter available for download below which will be read to parishes on 21 August 2022. read more

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August 3rd, 2022

$20,000 Fundraising Target For Aboriginal Ministry in Gippsland.

People are invited to support the work of the two ordained Aboriginal priests working in Gippsland with Aboriginal communities by donating online to the Gippsla… read more

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July 20th, 2022

Gippsland Communities Raise over $31,000 For Humanitarian Aid in Ukraine.

The Anglican Parishes of Leongatha and Mirboo North joined forces with the South Gippsland community to raise over $31,000 during May and June for on-the-ground… read more

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June 26th, 2022

Revd Dr Dean Spalding appointed Rector of Trafalgar

It is with great pleasure that the Diocese can share the good news of the appointment of The Revd Dr Dean Spalding as Rector of Trafalgar! The Revd Dr Dean Spal… read more

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June 18th, 2022

Presidential Address- Synod 2022

Bishop Richard’s Presidential Address to the Diocesan Synod 2022 can viewed at https://youtu.be/Jm5K5z0BjOg read more

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June 3rd, 2022

General Synod votes on Climate Change

At General Synod in May this year, the gathered representatives of the Anglican Church of Australia met to consider, amongst other things a key motion on enviro… read more

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June 1st, 2022

MU and me: “My life without MU would certainly be poorer”

As Mothers’ Union groups across the Diocese begin to meet again, some MU members are offering encouraging stories about why and how they joined. Here, Gwyneth… read more

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April 29th, 2022

MU and me: Memories of support and encouragement

As Mothers’ Union groups across the Diocese begin to meet again, some MU members are offering encouraging stories about why and how they joined. Here, Rev’d… read more

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March 30th, 2022

MU and me: Jenny MacRobb, connected in prayer

As Mothers’ Union groups across the Diocese begin to meet again, some MU members are offering encouraging stories about why and how they joined. Here, previou… read more

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March 29th, 2022

Revd Cathy Turnbull appointed Deacon-in-Charge of the Episcopal District of Nar Nar Goon

I am pleased to share the news that our Missional Deacon to the Eastern Region (Bushfire Response and Recovery), The Revd Cathy Turnbull, has accepted an invita… read more

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March 2nd, 2022

Anglicare North Coast 2022 Northern NSW Flood Appeal

Anglicare North Coast has opened a FLOOD APPEAL for tax deductible donations. We will use our emergency relief processes to provide direct and efficient support… read more

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March 1st, 2022

IPCC Report released 1 March 2022 - It's almost too late!

The International Panel on Climate Change released it’s latest report today. The summary report into the effects of climate change in the Australasian Reg… read more

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February 27th, 2022

The Revd Keren Terpstra appointed Dean of the Cathedral Parish of Sale!

The Diocese is delighted to share the glad tidings that The Revd Keren Terpstra has accepted an invitation to be the Dean of our Cathedral Parish in Sale! Keren… read more

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February 10th, 2022

Ordination of Rebecca Hayman to the Deaconate

The link for Rebecca Hayman’s ordination on Saturday will be available to view at https://youtu.be/mVKnM3XjNpw The order of service is also available to d… read more

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December 24th, 2021

Bishop Richard's Christmas Message

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, With the great Feast of the Incarnation almost upon us, here is a brief seasonal reflection from Bishopscourt, where Leanne… read more

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December 18th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 4th Sunday in Advent

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on the Fourth Sunday of Advent! For this pre-recorded Eucharist from St Paul’s Cathedral in Sale, Acting Dean L… read more

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December 11th, 2021

3rd Sunday in Advent

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Greetings on this Third Sunday of Advent from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale and Bishopscourt Chapel. Acting Dean and Locum Pri… read more

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December 8th, 2021

Advent Ecumenical Conversation

The recordings at our recent Advent Ecumenical Conversation held at The Abbey, Raymond Island are now available. Speakers include The Revd Canon Dr Bob Derrenba… read more

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December 4th, 2021

Second Sunday in Advent

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on this Second Sunday of Advent. We return to St Paul’s Cathedral Sale for our diocesan recording this week. Ac… read more

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November 27th, 2021

Advent Sunday from Bishopscourt Chapel

Dear sisters and brothers, Greetings on this First Sunday of Advent! In this 30-minute pre-recorded service from the Chapel of Bishopscourt I offer a brief refl… read more

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November 19th, 2021

Christ the King Sunday

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on this last Sunday after Pentecost, the great Feast of Christ the King. At this pre-recorded Eucharist from St P… read more

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November 13th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, I trust you are coping with the further wind-battering and drenching that parts of our region are experiencing this weekend… read more

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November 6th, 2021

Cathedral Service for All Saints Sunday

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As many of us are embracing gathered worship again in recent weeks, the Cathedral Parish continues to offer these online se… read more

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November 5th, 2021

The Diocese acknowledges and farewells Dean Susanna Pain and The Revd Nikolai Blaskow

Click here to watch Bishop Richard’s tribute to Susanna Pain and Associate Nikolai Blaskow on behalf of the Diocese at the conclusion of a recent service to I… read more

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October 30th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, On the back of some wild weather in the region in recent days, we trust that this pre-recorded Eucharist for the 23rd Sunda… read more

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October 23rd, 2021

22nd Sunday After Pentecost, Eucharist from St Pauls Cathedral

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, For this week’s pre-recorded Eucharist from St Pauls Cathedral Sale, I am joined in the sanctuary by Associate Priest… read more

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October 23rd, 2021

Live stream of the Installation of Canons at Evensong

Please join us for a service of Evensong at 4pm, live streamed below, as we install our new Canons, The Revd Fran Grimes, The Revd Phyllis Andy and Ian Maxfield… read more

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October 18th, 2021

A pastoral letter from Bishop Richard

Please find a pastoral letter available for download below from Bishop Richard which was read to parishes on 17 October 2021. read more

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October 16th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, 17 October 2021

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, It has been another challenging week in the state of Victoria with more wild weather, high case numbers, and rising anxiety… read more

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October 11th, 2021

Praying it Forward: Emerging Hope and Our Role as Ancestors of the Future.

"Our greatest responsibility is to become good ancestors" Jonas Salk "What we need to do is learn to act like ancestors of future generations&quo… read more

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October 9th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost, 10 October 2021

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Some of our number have come out of lockdown during the week just passed; others remain under the extended restrictions tha… read more

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October 5th, 2021

Cathedral Service for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost, 3 October 2021

Dear brothers and sisters, Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ! On a weekend that sees seven of our parishes in some form of lockdown, and the remain… read more

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October 4th, 2021

Partnering with Beyond Blue in Bushfire Recovery

BY CATHY TURNBULL In late May this year, I had the privilege to work with two wonderful researchers across a number of bushfire affected communities in East Gip… read more

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September 24th, 2021

18th Sunday after Pentecost Eucharist Service

Welcome to this pre-recorded Eucharist from St Paul’s Cathedral marking the 18th Sunday after Pentecost. Dean Susanna Pain is joined this week by The Reverend… read more

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September 23rd, 2021

Joint Message for the Protection of Creation

Pope Francis, Patriarch Bartholomew and Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, have called on Christian leaders to pray for world leaders in this season of cre… read more

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September 22nd, 2021

Earthquake hits Gippsland

Earthquake hits Gippsland This morning (Wednesday) at 9.15 am a 5.7 magnitude earthquake was felt across Gippsland. Reports were received of simultaneous shocks… read more

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September 18th, 2021

St Matthew - Apostle, Evangelist & Martyr - and Vocations Sunday

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Greetings as this ‘season of creation’ unfolds! You may like to visit or post to the facebook page set up by Gippsland … read more

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September 11th, 2021

16th Sunday after Pentecost

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on this 16th Sunday after Pentecost in the ‘Season of Creation’. By mother earth my Lord be praised; governe… read more

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September 8th, 2021

ARPA awards for The Gippsland Anglican

The Diocese is delighted to announce that, at the Australasian Religious Press Association (ARPA) Awards on the weekend, The Gippsland Anglican received several… read more

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September 4th, 2021

15th Sunday after Pentecost service from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Greetings on this 15th Sunday after Pentecost, and a very happy Fathers’ Day to those of a paternal disposition! In this … read more

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August 28th, 2021

14th Sunday after Pentecost service from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on this Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, on a weekend when we struggle with the news internationally, and ongoi… read more

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August 24th, 2021

Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis Appeal

The Anglican Relief and Development Fund Australia (ARDFA) has recently launched an Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis Appeal through their new global crisis reli… read more

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August 21st, 2021

13th Sunday after Pentecost

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Greetings on the 13th Sunday after Pentecost. At a time when millions of Australians are experiencing lockdown, and/or th… read more

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August 13th, 2021

Worship from St Paul's Cathedral Sale for the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Lord

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings on the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Lord (15 August, transferred in the lectionary to Monday). Several of our par… read more

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August 7th, 2021

11th Sunday after Pentecost Eucharist

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Greetings on this 11th Sunday after Pentecost. As we are, once again, unable to gather in person for worship, I hope this r… read more

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August 4th, 2021

Funeral service of Bishop Arthur Jones

Bishop Arthur’s funeral service which was live streamed is available for viewing at https://youtu.be/1iQpFF_MOhk read more

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July 29th, 2021

Bishop Richard on Safe Ministry

This video presentation from Bishop Richard speaks to our mission; Committed in Christ, Connecting in Service and Creative in Spirit, and how our engagement wit… read more

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July 27th, 2021

Revd Belinda Seabrook appointed as Priest in Charge of Mirboo North!

The Diocese is please to announce the appointment of the Revd Belinda Seabrook as Priest in Charge of the Parish of Mirboo North! Belinda will start this new ro… read more

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July 24th, 2021

9th Sunday after Pentecost Eucharist

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings as we prepare to celebrate the Lord’s day during the second weekend of lockdown #5 in Victoria, and amid talk o… read more

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July 17th, 2021

8th Sunday after Pentecost

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. This Eucharist for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost was recorded from the Chapel of Bishopscourt and St Paul’s C… read more

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July 16th, 2021

Who's who in the Registry

Who’s who in the Registry A new resource introducing the Registry staff (above), with a brief outline of their roles, the days worked and contact details … read more

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July 13th, 2021

Passing of Bishop Arthur Jones, 9th Bishop of Gippsland

The Diocese of Gippsland mourns the passing of its ninth Bishop, The Rt Revd Dr Arthur Jones. Please find Bishop Richard’s Ad Clerum from Sunday 11 July ava… read more

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July 12th, 2021

New Ministry at Neerim South UCA Anglican Co-Operating Parish

We join with our friends in the Uniting Church of Australia to celebrate the joyful news of the appointment of The Revd Gospel Hrilvelthanga Ralte to the Co-Ope… read more

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July 3rd, 2021

Evening Prayer on the 6th Sunday after Pentecost, at the start of NAIDOC Week

In this 30-minute service of Evening Prayer from the Chapel of Bishopscourt in Sale, The Revd Edie Ashley and the Revd Aunty Phyllis Andy lead our reflections a… read more

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June 30th, 2021

NAIDOC Service 2021

On behalf of the Reverend Phyllis Andy and the Lake Tyers Community, the Diocese invites you to attend a service to mark the commencement of NAIDOC week with ce… read more

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June 19th, 2021

A Service of Evening Prayer from Bishopscourt Chapel for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost

Welcome to Evening Prayer from the Chapel of Bishopscourt in Sale. This 30-minute service follows the order for Sunday Evening, which can be found on page 387 o… read more

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June 11th, 2021

Current flooding in Gippsland

Gippsland Anglicans join with other church groups and community organisations in reaching out to those impacted by recent extreme weather in the region with pas… read more

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June 11th, 2021

Third Sunday after Pentecost, Eucharist Service from Bishopscourt

Greetings to all in our Diocesan family, and prayerful thoughts especially for those who are dealing with storm damage, road closures, interruptions to power an… read more

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June 10th, 2021

Year of the Gutter

The Registry has been able to obtain a commercial gutter cleaning vacuum to provide parishes and other ministry centres with an opportunity to clean their gutte… read more

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June 5th, 2021

Second Sunday after Pentecost, from Bishopscourt Chapel, Sale

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ! Many of us in Regional Victoria are pleased to be able to gather again in our churches and ministry centres for … read more

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June 3rd, 2021

A mirror and a lamp: renewal and reflection at 39th Synod

Bishop Richard Treloar lit the way for the commencement of the third session of the Gippsland Diocese’s 39th Synod in mid -May with the launch of the Vision R… read more

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May 30th, 2021

Trinity Sunday Eucharist from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

Greetings on the Feast of the holy, blessed, and undivided Trinity! Once again we find ourselves unable to gather face to face for worship and fellowship this w… read more

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May 18th, 2021

Renewed Diocesan Vision: 2021-2024

At the Synod Eucharist on Friday 14 May, Bishop Richard introduced Synod members and others present to the renewed Diocesan Vision for 2021-2024. In the context… read more

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May 15th, 2021

Presidential Address- Synod 2021

Please find the Presidential Address from Synod 2021 available for download below. read more

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May 15th, 2021

Launch of the Diocesan Vision 2021-2024

In May 2021, The Rt Revd Dr Richard Treloar, Bishop of Gippsland launched the Diocesan Vision 2021-2024. The vision was developed with the input of all Parishes… read more

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February 16th, 2021

Ash Wednesday Service from St Pauls Cathedral Sale

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we begin our Lenten journey in strange circumstances, we are pleased to offer this pre-recorded service from St Paul’s… read more

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February 13th, 2021

A Service from St Paul's Sale for the Last Sunday after Epiphany

My dear brothers and sisters, On a weekend in which we are once again unable to gather for worship – for reasons that are entirely understandable, if painful … read more

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February 11th, 2021

The Ordination of Kate Campbell as a Deacon

Please join us to celebrate the Ordination of Kate Campbell as Deacon at St Paul’s Cathedral Sale read more

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December 24th, 2020

Christmas Day Eucharist from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we gather face to face and remotely to keep the feast of the Incarnation, we are pleased to be able to offer a pre-recor… read more

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December 19th, 2020

4th Sunday in Pentecost

Welcome to the 4th Sunday of Advent from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale in this video. Advent is about love. We are social beings. That is our blessing and our cur… read more

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December 16th, 2020

Archdeacon Sue Jacka appointed as Rector of Morwell

Congratulations to Archdeacon Sue Jacka who has accepted an invitation to serve as the Rector of St Mary’s Morwell! These glad tidings for the people of Morwe… read more

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December 13th, 2020

Archdeacon Graham Knott's book launched

Archdeacon Graham Knott’s book ‘101 Seasonal Reflections for Spiritual Growth’ was ‘virtually launched’ earlier today by Bishop Ri… read more

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December 4th, 2020

2nd Sunday in Advent

Welcome to the 2nd Sunday of Advent from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale in this video. This week, the Cathedral Dean, Susanna Pain holds out the hope that we cheris… read more

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December 1st, 2020

Belinda Seabrook ordained as priest!

Congratulations to the Revd Belinda Seabrook, ordained priest in the Church of God on Saturday 28 November at St Paul’s Cathedral! We hold Belinda in our pray… read more

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November 28th, 2020

Getting to know Revd Marilyn Obersby

As part of our ‘Getting to know you” series, this week we interview Marilyn Obersby, Associate Priest of the Parish of Traralgon in this video. read more

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November 28th, 2020

First Sunday of Advent - Holy Communion from St Pauls Cathedral Sale

Greetings! Holy Communion from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale For the 1st Sunday of Advent, we are pleased to offer a pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cathedr… read more

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November 21st, 2020

Holy Communion from St Pauls Cathedral Sale - Christ the King

Greetings! During this Synod weekend, we are pleased to offer a pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale for Christ the King Sunday in this video. … read more

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November 21st, 2020

Getting to know Revd Sathi Anthony

As part of our ‘Getting to know you” series, this week we interview Sathi Anthony, Rector of the Parish of Moe/Newborough in this video. read more

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November 15th, 2020

Presidential Address- Synod 2020

Please find the Presidential Address from Synod 2020 available for download below. read more

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November 14th, 2020

Getting to know Fran Grimes

How do we respond to God’s call to use our talents for the Glory of his kingdom? That is the question that the Revd Dr Fran Grimes explores with Bishop Ri… read more

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November 14th, 2020

24th Sunday after Pentecost - Eucharist Service

Greetings! During this Synod weekend, we are pleased to offer a pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale for the 24th Sunday after Pentecost in thi… read more

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November 11th, 2020

NAIDOC Week 2020

The Anglican Diocese of Gippsland acknowledges the Gunai-Kurnai, Kulin, Bidwal, and Monero nations as the original custodians of East Gippsland. We celebrate NA… read more

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November 6th, 2020

Getting to know Belinda Seabrook

As part of out ‘Getting to know you” series, this week we interview Belinda Seabrook, Assistant Curate of the Parish of Leongatha in this video. read more

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November 6th, 2020

Holy Communion from St Pauls Cathedral for 8 November

Greetings! As numbers of worshippers are allowed to gradually increase under the relaxing of Coronavirus restriction, we are pleased to offer a pre-recorded wo… read more

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October 31st, 2020

All Saints Sunday

All Saints Day As welcome limited numbers of worshippers back to attending church services, we are pleased to offer a pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cath… read more

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October 24th, 2020

Getting to know Daniel Lowe

Greetings! Throughout the week I took the opportunity to have a Zoom chat with the Revd Daniel Lowe, Chaplain at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School. As par… read more

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October 24th, 2020

Sunday's Service from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

Greetings! This Sunday we are pleased to offer pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost in this video. Bishop Ri… read more

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October 17th, 2020

Communion Service from St Paul's Cathedral Sale

This Sunday we are pleased to offer pre-recorded worship from St Paul’s Cathedral Sale for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost in this video. Dean Susanna Pain pr… read more

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