With the arrival of Di Swan as CatholicCare Toowoomba’s new Executive Director, the organisation is embracing its mission with a renewed focus on empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Bringing nearly three decades of experience in social services and leadership, Di is committed to ensuring that all CatholicCare clients receive the support they need to build a brighter future. Read more about an initiative making a significant impact on page 8.

On 7, 8 and 9 February, St Joseph’s School Stanthorpe celebrated a momentous occasion with a series of events held over the three days, gathering to reflect on 150 years of Mercy education. The celebrations were
graced by the presence of Bishop Ken Howell, whose participation added a profound sense of spiritual significance and unity to the celebrations. Read more about St Joseph’s celebrations on page 18.

The creation of a new altar cloth for St Joseph’s Church Stanthorpe started
as simple speculation and grew into a sizable scheme of sewing scores of saints and symbols. Conversation after Mass one Sunday meandered past the intercession of the saints at Mass. Parish Administrator Fr Nathan Webb mused on an idea for an altar cloth, sparking the imagination of a team of Stanthorpe ladies and children. Read more about the project on page 27.