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Important Message for the Parishioners of the Diocese of Toowoomba

The Holy Father has appointed Bishop Ken Howell, currently an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Brisbane, as the seventh Bishop of the Diocese of Toowoomba. Pope Francis made the official announcement in Rome at noon (8:00 pm local time) on Wednesday, 24 May 2023. The appointment follows the retirement of Bishop Robert McGuckin, who has served the Toowoomba Diocese since his Episcopal Ordination on 11 July 2012.

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Horizons, published by us, is our own quarterly magazine. It’s full colour and available for free across the Diocese. Horizons is an important method of communication and outreach to parishioners and the wider community. It features stories of events and projects from local parishes as well as information about ministry and services offered by Diocesan Agencies.

  • Welcome Bishop Ken Howell

    From the day of the official announcement by Pope Francis on 24 May 2023, preparations were underway to welcome a new bishop. The Holy Father appointed Bishop Ken Howell, formerly an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Brisbane, as the seventh Bishop of the Diocese of Toowoomba.
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Most Reverend Ken Howell DD SLL

Kenneth Michael Howell was born on 20 February 1958, the son of Jack and Betty Howell. He is brother to Rodney, Janet and Gavin.

He was educated at St Columba’s Primary School, Wilston and St James College, Fortitude Valley, and joined Queensland Rail after his school years, working as a clerk in the Chief Engineers Office.

In 1977, he entered Pius XII Regional Seminary at Banyo and was ordained a Priest on 24 June 1983. From 1983 to 1994, he worked as Assistant Priest in the Parishes of Noosa Districts and Burleigh Heads and at St Stephen’s Cathedral in Brisbane.

The Bishop’s Coat of Arms

The Bishop’s Coat of Arms traditionally consists of two halves. The left half is the crest of the Diocese, the right, of the Bishop himself.

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MINISTRIES WITHIN THE DIOCESE

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SAFEGUARDING OUR CHILDREN

Everyone in the Church has a responsibility to ensure that the fundamental rights of both children and the vulnerable are respected. The Diocese of Toowoomba has produced a Policy and resources for parishes. Read More »

DIOCESAN DEVELOPMENT FUND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

The Diocese of Toowoomba – Diocesan Development Fund is required by law to make the following disclosure. Read More »

VOCATIONS IN OUR DIOCESE

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