Delegates at Hosanna Heights
 2003 NATSICC Assembly Logo

"The outer edge of the tree forms the shape of the land of Australia. This tree represents our growing and journeying together as a family of followers of Jesus Vhrist. God the Father, our Creator, planted us and has enabled us to grow by providing everything we need.'
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Each NATSICC Council is appointed for a three year term, and at the conclusion of this term a National Assembly - bringing together Indigenous Catholics from every corner of Australia is held.

In 2003, Adelaide's Aboriginal Catholic Minsitry hosted the event at Hosanna Heights. The theme was the Time for Rebirth is Now and was drawn from the Pope's words in his Apolostolic Exhortation Ecclesia in Oceania.

Nearly three hundred people were in attendance, including 50 Indigenous Youth, making the event an incredible success. Keynote addresses were made by Professor Lowitja O'Donoghue (Rebirth), Agnes Palmer (Healing) and Graeme Mundine (Inculturation).

The Assembly Proceedings Book (Including Keynote Addresses) are available from the NATSICC Secretariat for $11 including GST. Please contact us for a copy.

Below are some photos of the event. Click images for a larger version.