Ignite & Renew: Strengthening the Heart of the Parish
A gathering for Catholic priests in Perth – Wednesday 15 October 2025
Every priest carries a longing to see his parish come alive — to help people encounter Jesus and grow as missionary disciples. Yet that call can often feel heavy or lonely. Ignite & Renew – Strengthening the Heart of the Parish is a day designed to encourage, inspire, and introduce priests to a ministry that exists to walk beside them on that journey.
Introducing Divine Renovation
Divine Renovation is a global Catholic ministry that accompanies priests and parishes as they move from maintenance to mission. Born out of lived parish transformation, it offers free coaching, resources, and accompaniment to help pastors lead renewal confidently and with hope.
Through the generosity of donors, this support is provided at no cost to priests or parishes. The purpose of Divine Renovation is not to add another program but to stand alongside priests, helping them sharpen their leadership and evangelising skills, renew their teams, and reignite their parish mission.
Evangelisation sits at the heart of parish renewal. We set the flag outside the church not only to invite others in but to form and deepen those already inside — helping every parishioner grow as a disciple who shares the faith.
A day to connect, reflect, and be encouraged
On Wednesday 15 October 2025, priests from across Perth and beyond are invited to gather for Ignite & Renew, hosted by Divine Renovation Australasia in partnership with the Knights of the Southern Cross WA.
The gathering will be led by Kevin Bailey AM, National Director of Divine Renovation Australasia, and Jonathan Stephens, Western Australia Regional Lead. They will be joined by several priests who are already being coached by and working with Divine Renovation in their own parishes.
It will be a day of fraternity, conversation, and hope — an opportunity to:
- Step back from the busyness of parish life
- Meet priests who are experiencing renewal firsthand with Divine Renovation
- Explore practical ways to begin or deepen renewal in your parish
- Discover how Divine Renovation can accompany you beyond this day
Event details
📅 Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm (lunch included)
📍 Venue: Knights of the Southern Cross, 16 York St, South Perth WA 6165
💡 Cost: Free of charge
👉 Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/ignite-and-renew15oct2025
A warm invitation
Whether you are new to Divine Renovation or have already encountered its mission, this day is for you. Come, connect with brother priests, and catch a glimpse of what renewal can look like when evangelisation stands at the heart of parish life.
Divine Renovation Australasia
Walking with priests and parishes as they move from maintenance to mission.
