Celebrations are continuing for the 200 years of Catholic education in Australia, and a national Mass will be celebrated simultaneously in every state, territory and diocese on the Feast of Our Lady Help of Christians on Monday 24 May 2021. 

For schools in the Archdiocese of Melbourne, a Mass will be held at St Patrick’s Cathedral, East Melbourne, on 24th May at 10.30 am. It is intended that all schools will have an opportunity to participate in the celebration of the Mass, with details to be finalised in accordance with COVIDSafe measures.

Another Mass will also be live-streamed from St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney or you may wish to check with your local parish for mass times on 24th May to attend in person.

As Catholics we pray to the patron of Catholic Education in Australia, St Mary of the Cross Mackillop who was responsible for the establishment of many Catholic schools across Australia.

Share your stories in how your school is celebrating 200 years of Catholic education

We'd love to hear from you how your school is celebrating this milestone and what it means for you to be a part of a Catholic Community with a 200 year history.

The history of Catholic education is rich with many wonderful stories that demonstrate the sacrifices and dedication of many of the Nuns and Brothers who taught in Catholic schools, of the lay teachers and the thousands of families over the past 200 years who spent their valuable time volunteering to contribute to the improvement of Catholic schools.

Please click on the link below to share your story for our next newsletter. We invite you to share positive stories about Catholic education that is happening in your school and how you are celebrating 200 years.