Latest News
Melissa Babbage Entertains Branch Members
Branch Members were thrilled to welcome Melissa Babbage as speaker to this month's gathering. Melissa gave great insight into her life as an investment banker, former State athlete and as mother to three young children. As wife to Federal Minister Joe Hockey, Melissa manages a busy schedule and shared many facinating stories with our members. Our next speaker will be Sr. Helen Kearins rms on Tuesday, March 13. For more information please call the office on (02) 9390 5151.
February Inform
Catch up on all the latest Branch, Diocesan, State and National news in our monthly newsletter Inform click here
Bioethics Newsletter
The new Bioethics newsletter is now available to read online click here
Australia Day Honours
Many deserving Catholics in NSW received Australia Day honours on January 26, 2012. To view the list of recipients click here
World Day Of Peace
Read this message from His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI for the celebration of the World Day of Peace click here
CWLA 45th Bienniel National Conference
View videos of speakers from the recent CWLA 45th Bienniel National Conference in Melbourne below.
Forum Day 2011: Journeys To Justice
Justice and Peace were highlighted topics at the Forum “Journeys to Justice” held recently. All present were captivated by our guest panellists and the thought they gave to the topic.
Justice Jacqueline Milledge gave insightful perspectives to the many criminal cases she has presided over, in which she becomes a compassionate advocate of the wronged dead. Jacqueline shared many personal stories with the audience and I know everyone felt grateful that we have such a principled leader within the justice system. Sandie Cornish allowed all to reflect on the basis of social justice, where a society is based on principles of equality and solidarity, where the value and dignity of every human being is respected. John Hannaford educated those present to the level of crime within our society and how the judicial system uses its powers to protect its citizens.
Over 130 members and friends of CWL were appreciative of the openness of our guest speakers sprinkled with humour and a genuine willingness to approach the topic with honesty. Our facilitator Marita Winters is to be congratulated on allowing the flow of the discussion to encompass all comments from our panel to complement each other.
Journeys To Justice 2011
Forum Day speakers included her Honour Magistrate Jacqueline Milledge, former Attorney General the Honourable John Hannaford, and social justice expert Sandie Cornish.
Journeys To Justice 2011
The sold out crowd enjoyed the fascinating discussion that was often very entertaining.
Journeys To Justice 2011
Facilitator and speakers with Sydney President Moya Potts.
Journeys To Justice 2011
Members, guests and newcommers filled the Australian Museum theatrette
Project of the Year 2010/2011
Our 2010/2011 Project of the Year (Lasallian Sri Lankan School) concluded at the end of June and our new project for 2011/2012 will be Marist Youth Care. To show their gratitude, The Lasallian Foundation have sent photos of the Sri Lankan school children with their beautiful blankets made with love by CWL members.
“These photos are just a small token of our thanks to you and all the wonderful, creative ladies of the Catholic Women's League for spending the time in making up all the beautiful blankets. The kids just loved them.” Miranda Chow, Project Manager at the Lasallian Foundation said.
CWL Sydney will continue to send these beautiful blankets throughout the year, so don’t put down your knitting needles just yet. The more colourful, warm rugs we send – the more happy, grateful children.
“I know that the blankets will be very useful for the disadvantaged pre-schoolers and the teachers were also very grateful to have something for the children to use at school when they get sick or they have nap time" said Ms Chow. Thank you ladies for all your great efforts.
