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Sectarianism
16th century- existing hostility between Protestant and Catholics due to the oppression of the Irish by the English. In Australia Irish convicts (Catholics) were treated horribly with derogatory language thrown at them. Politics became influenced by this rivalry as politicians would manipulate issues in opposition to other religions. -
Sectarianism
At the time the First Fleet arrived existing hostility and rivalry between denominations came to Australia. This lead to discrimination, persecution and violence in the years to follow.Sectarianism fuelled suspicion and hostility between major religions like Catholics, Anglicans and Protestants. Christian denominations began to lose their trust for each other, and even young school children would use vicious taunts to express the feeling of division. -
Social Welfare- Salvation Army
Work with prostitutes in Tasmania determined to leave their profession. They were given assistance through a 'rescue house'. -
Social Welfare- Catholic Church
the Catholic church became involved in social welfare following the appointment of Archbishop John Bede Polding. -
Sectarianism
education became affected by the division. Children attending Protestant and Anglican schools were often taught to look down upon the Catholic church and taught wrong information about each other. Protestants wanted salutation of the Union Jack to be compulsory in all schools where the Catholic schools would only raise the Australian flag -
Social Welfare- Treatment of Migrants/Caroline Chisholm
Caroline Chisholm arrives in Australia. She was a key contributor to the support of incoming migrants, especially young girls who could not support themselves. In her work she established the Female Immigrant’s Home which provided shelter and protection for many female migrants and assist them in finding employment. -
Social Welfare- Treatment of Migrants/Caroline Chisholm
Caroline Chisholm returns to England and works to secure safe passage and support to migrants and in total helped over 10000 people. -
Social Welfare- Catholic Church
St vincent de paul society began in st francis church in and members would visit people in their homes to provide support, friendship and material assistance -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
several churches combined to establish the Protestant Female Refugee women’s shelter at Norwood. -
Social Welfare- Catholic Church
Sisters of Charity founded the St vincent's hospital sydney which was open to all irrespective of religion -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
The creation of Farr house nurtured neglected girls in the house of Mrs Gamle a practising Anglican teacher, receiving an education. In later years, older adolescents were also accommodated -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
Girls Friendly Society Lodge unite girls and women and worship and practise the Anglican faith -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
House of Mercy provide shelter and care for single mothers with newborn babies -
Social Welfare- Salvation Army
The Salvation army is created and focused on the provision of welfare. Coordinated by Major James Barker
Involved in chaplaincy work in the prisons with weekly meeting with prisoners. Religious ceremonies conducted. -
Social Welfare- Methodist Church
Reverend Taylor changed the church's name to the Central Methodist Mission, and began activities centering on worship and service to others. During this time missions completed included the ‘seamen's mission’, work with alcoholics, homes for the poor and destitute and medical assistance to those suffering from alcohol related illnesses. -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
Kennion House took care of boys and girls who would otherwise be cared for by the state welfare system under the leadership of Reverend George Dove -
Social Welfare- Salvation Army
Homes for delinquent youth were established -
Social Welfare- Salvation Army
The League of Mercy was formed to minister to the sick and dying. Members would visit these people in hospital and homes. -
Social Welfare- Anglican Church
St Mary’s Mission of Hope provided accommodation and care for single mothers with newborn babies. -
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Sectarianism
Debate of conscription fueled rivalry. Catholics and Protestants shared different views, labelling each other as traitors.