A gallery from the 2025 Chrism Mass
On Tuesday 15 April, Sacred Heart Cathedral was filled to capacity as the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle celebrated its annual Chrism Mass. Presided over by Bishop Michael Kennedy, this significant Holy Week liturgy brought together clergy and laity from across the diocese.
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10 February, 2026The Chrism Mass is a pivotal event in the Church’s liturgical calendar, during which the bishop blesses the Oil of Catechumens and the Oil of the Sick, and consecrates the Sacred Chrism. These oils are essential for various sacraments and rites throughout the year, symbolising the Church’s unity and mission. The Mass also features the renewal of priestly promises, reinforcing the bond between the bishop and his priests.
Check out the photos below to see what happened at the event.
