Father Kalka’s farewell

Key points

• Father Michael Kalka was farewelled with a mass at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Altona on Sunday 11 October. He is retiring after nine years as Archpriest and 45 years of service in the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne.
• Speaking to Star Weekly, the 69-year-old said he remains a priest but will be less involved in public ministry.
• He plans to support priests across Melbourne's west from a new base in Werribee, citing the ageing priesthood and growing workloads.