Together in Mission with our Partner Organisations
December 15, 2022

On Thursday 27 October, St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne celebrated its 125th Anniversary since it’s consecration in 1897. The event was marked with a High Mass led by Archbishop Peter A. Comensoli, followed by the launch of a new Cathedral Walking App. The service was well attended by CDF clients and staff who enjoyed reconnecting along with a variety of other Catholic organisations, each showcasing how, in the words of the Archbishop, 'the Church is more than a noun... but a living reality.'


In November, CDF was proud to sponsor the Catholic Social Services Victoria (CSSV) Annual Dinner. The Dinner brings together CSSV’s 40 members, and affiliated organisations within Victoria, along with staff, supporters and community members to celebrate and acknowledge the efforts and activity over the past year. The event featured a panel discussion focusing on ‘Mental Health as Chameleon’, with guest speakers Marcelle Mogg, Chief Executive of Mental Health Victoria and Dr Mark Furlong, Thinker-in-residence at the Bouverie Centre (LaTrobe University).



The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne also launched its inaugural Melbourne Catholic Professionals Network Luncheon in November. Over 200 guests attended the event which aims to connect a strong community of professional leaders, motivated to further the mission of the Church in an atmosphere of fellowship and faith. The Team at CDF enjoyed reconnecting with clients and members of our community at the inaugural event, and look forward to the future of the Professionals Network in Melbourne. 

Photos by Casamento Photography, courtesy of Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne

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