2.1 Introduction to the Diocese of Broken Bay
The Diocese of Broken Bay, formerly part of the Archdiocese of Sydney, covers Sydney's North Shore, northern beaches and Broken Bay and Central Coast regions. It is one of eleven NSW dioceses. The Sydney metropolitan area is home to two other dioceses: the Archdiocese of Sydney and the Diocese of Parramatta, each with their own school systems and Catholic Education Office. Established in 1986, the first diocesan bishop was Bishop Patrick Murphy. The Diocese of Broken Bay is the only diocese in the world to be named after a natural feature. Most others are named after the major city within the Diocese. In 2011, the first Diocesan Synod was held celebrating the twenty fifth anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese and to plan for the future. |
Our Diocesan Administrator, Fr David Ranson
As Diocesan Administrator, Fr David leads the Diocese of Broken Bay until the Holy Father, Pope Francis, appoints a new bishop. During this period between bishops, Canon Law states that there can be no innovation, but the many initiatives of Bishop Comensoli’s can be progressed through to their conclusion, with many functions and ministries of the Church continuing as normal.
“We go forward progressing the many initiatives of Bishop Comensoli’s exemplary leadership of the last three and half years, and, together, we await with prayerful and expectant hearts the appointment of a new Shepherd to lead us into the future.” |
Here are some other quick facts about the Diocese
Symbolising the diocese is the lighthouse, based on the historic lighthouse at Barrenjoey. The hymn, 'Christ be our light' by Bernadette Farrell captures well the spiritual charism of the Diocese.
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