Catholic Archdiocese of Hobart

17/06/2026

During a moving Requiem Mass on 16 June, Fr Michael Tate AO was given a final farewell by hundreds of mourners who filled St Mary’s Cathedral in Hobart to overflowing.

During a moving Requiem Mass on 16 June, Fr Michael Tate AO was given a final farewell by hundreds of mourners.

16/06/2026

During a moving Requiem Mass Fr Michael Tate AO was given a final farewell by hundreds of mourners who filled St Mary’s Cathedral in Hobart this morning.

Fr Tate’s family were present, as well a multitude of friends and acquaintances that he made during his 80 years, hailing from many walks of life—academia, the political world, and the Catholic community, to name just a few.

“Many knew him as a priest, pastor, scholar, teacher, diplomat, advocate, pilgrim, and visionary,” Archbishop Tony Ireland said in his homily.

“Others knew him simply as Michael: a friend, a companion, a conversation partner whose curiosity seemed inexhaustible.

“He walked many roads,” Archbishop Ireland said. “The roads of priesthood, scholarship, diplomacy, politics, parish life, friendship, and service. Some roads were smooth. Some were difficult. Some led him across continents. Others led him deep into the hearts of people.

“And every pilgrimage ultimately seeks one destination: the Father’s house.

“Today our final word is not grief, nor is it accomplishment, nor even memory.

“Our final word is Christ.

“Fr Michael Tate, pastor, mentor and friend to so many, as you walk through those gates, we wish you, ‘Buen Camino’ and pray that you may rest today and for ever in peace. Amen.”

15/06/2026

On the Feast of Corpus Christi, hundreds of Catholics from across Tasmania gathered in Hobart for the annual Walk with Christ Eucharistic Procession, publicly witnessing to the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist 🙏

15/06/2026

In his homily for the Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Anthony Ireland reflected on God's enduring love for His people.

He reminded those gathered that God's love is never earned. "The world often says 'prove yourself first'. God says 'I love you first'."

As recipients of God's love and mercy, Archbishop Tony emphasised that we are then sent into the world to help others discover that same love. "The God who carries his people now calls others to help carry them."

13/06/2026

Today’s world praises those who chase success with careful planning, yet St Anthony’s life took its greatest shape when his own plans gave way.

Today’s world praises those who chase success with careful planning, yet St Anthony’s life took its greatest shape when his plans gave way.

12/06/2026

Today we celebrate the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the model of perfect discipleship, and complete openness to God's will. Through devotion to her Immaculate Heart, we are invited to draw closer to Jesus, to share in his suffering and joy, and to entrust ourselves to the care of his most faithful mother.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us!

12/06/2026

A ‘winter soup night’ for young adults in the Launceston Parish has been hailed as a wonderful success.

The Launceston Parish ‘winter soup night’ for young adults on 26 April has been hailed as a wonderful success.

12/06/2026

The Requiem Mass for Fr Michael Tate AO will be celebrated on Tuesday 16 June at 10am, at St Mary's Cathedral in Hobart. All are welcome to attend.

It will also be livestreamed via the Archdiocese's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTsCJG5DHk

Please join us in celebrating Fr Michael's life and praying for the repose of his soul.

11/06/2026

Today is the feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. While devotion to the heart of Christ can be traced back to the early Church Fathers, it became particularly popular after French nun St Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690) received a series of revelations in the 17th century.

Christ appeared to St Margaret Mary, revealing to her his burning love for humanity and his desire that a devotion be established to his Sacred Heart.

St Margaret Mary wrote, "He disclosed to me the marvels of his Love and the inexplicable secrets of his Sacred Heart."

During the revelations, Christ made 12 promises to those who would consecrate themselves to his Sacred Heart:
He will give them all the graces necessary in their state of life.
He will establish peace in their homes.
He will comfort them in all their afflictions.
He will be their secure refuge during life, and above all, in death.
He will bestow abundant blessings upon all their undertakings.
Sinners will find in His Heart the source and infinite ocean of mercy.
Lukewarm souls shall become fervent.
Fervent souls shall quickly mount to high perfection.
He will bless every place in which an image of His Heart is exposed and honoured.
He will give to priests the gift of touching the most hardened hearts.
Those who shall promote this devotion shall have their names written in His Heart.

In the excessive mercy of His Heart that His all-powerful love will grant to all those who receive Holy Communion on the First Fridays in nine consecutive months the grace of final perseverance; they shall not die in His disgrace, nor without receiving their sacraments. His divine Heart shall be their safe refuge in this last moment.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!

10/06/2026

Fellowship, fun, food and faith were on offer as Launceston Catholic Parish launched two initiatives last month aimed at welcoming more young people to the community.

Fellowship, fun, food and faith were on offer as Launceston Catholic Parish launched two initiatives last month to welcome more young people.