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Eulogy for Fr Kevin Mogg AM PE

Vale Fr Kevin Mogg AM

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Fr Kevin Mogg AM pe has died. Fr Kevin Mogg AM had spent over five decades as a leader in Catholic Social Services. He was an inspiring parish leader for over six decades, an educator, and a prison and youth justice chaplain. For 24 years he also served on the Board of CatholicCare where he continued to serve as Emeritus Board member.

Faith leaders stand in solidarity with asylum seekers

An ecumenical group of Christian leaders took turns to be locked in a cage outside the Park Hotel in Carlton, in Melbourne’s inner-north on Saturday to demonstrate their solidarity with around 32 refugees and asylum seekers detained there.

Office Coordinator, Catholic Social Services Victoria (0.8 FTE)

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‘Women in Work’ case study by Good Samaritan Inn

Women In Work is an employment program within the Good Samaritan Inn focused on finding employment for women who have experienced family violence. Their purpose is to help women build a thriving sense of self and generate a sustainable income through employment.

Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities after suicide – now available

The Indigenous Suicide Postvention Services supports individuals, families, and communities affected by suicide or other significant trauma. Service provides advocates who are experienced in listening, and providing culturally responsive support.

Australian Catholic Anti-Slavery Network (ACAN): end of year wrap

ACAN has 47 Catholic entities of all shapes and sizes participating as voluntary and mandatory reporting entities or to advance anti-slavery efforts in other ways.

Embracing the whole person with pastoral and spiritual care

Pastoral and spiritual care forms an important part of a holistic approach to accompanying people who face significant life challenges. Very little attention, however, is often paid to the spiritual needs of people with disability – despite this being a vitally important aspect of the lives and wellbeing of many people.

Colour my Neighbourhood community project

Edmund Rice Services – Mt Atkinson operates a community-based service in Melton’s growth corridor which is in Melbourne’s western suburbs. With the lockdown restrictions in Victoria growing into months, Mark Monahan, Executive Officer of Edmund Rice Services – Mt Atkinson recognised the need to provide extra support for its local community.

Celebrate our dedicated carers, National Carers Week (October 10–16)

VMHC provides a Carer Support program that delivers a wide range of support services, so carers can take a break and enjoy some time for themselves.