Pope’s prayer intentions for January 2021- video
Pope Francis says, “Fraternity leads us to open ourselves to the Father of all and to see in the other a brother or sister, to share our lives or to support, to love, and to know each other. The Church values God’s action in other religions, without forgetting that for us Christians, the wellspring of human dignity and fraternity, is in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”
Second Sunday of Ordinary Time Year B
First Reading (1 Samuel 3:3-10, 19). The prophet Samuel played a very important role in the history of Israel. Here we have the story of his call by God. Samuel is often quoted: “Speak Lord your servant is listening.” Second Reading (1 Corinthians 6:13-15, 17-20). St...Postpone the farewell events
30 December, 2020. In recent days, the NSW Premier and Chief Health Officer have announced that the 1 person per 4 square metre restriction for places of worship and hospitality venues will remain in place until further notice in the Greater Sydney area. As the limit...Thanks and farewell
Postponed – An opportunity to say thanks! Many will be aware that our parish is undergoing some changes. Earlier this year, Fr Harry retired to the Forster region and because of Covid restrictions we were unable to celebrate his contribution to the parish and wish him well. Fr Paul and Deacon Sam are relocating to the nearby Parish of Wahroonga as part of Bishop Anthony’s reorganisation of the Diocese.
2nd Rite of Reconciliation
To be held on Tuesday, 15 December at 7.30pm. Visiting priests will be joining us. All are encouraged to attend this sacrament of divine mercy in preparation for Christmas.2nd Sunday Advent Yr B
In today’s liturgy we hear again the lonely voice of John the Baptism calling us to prepare a way for the Lord. The First Reading (Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11). The people are urged to prepare a way for the Lord who is coming to save them. The Second Reading (2 Peter 3:8-14)....Fr Paul’s & Deacon Sam’s departure
A message from Fr Paul Durkin Dear Parishioners, On Wednesday evening (2 Dec) Bishop Anthony published the full list of clergy transfers taking effect in January in our Diocese. As most of you will already know, Bishop Anthony has appointed me Parish Priest of Holy...
Thanks to CRE volunteers
Thank you message from Bishop Anthony Randazzo to Catechists.
33rd Sunday, Yr A
First Reading (Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31). This is a poem in praise of the ideal wife. Even though it implies that a woman’s place is in the home, nevertheless, it is a noble tribute to womanhood. By today’s standards, the woman may not be called a talented...Pope’s prayer intentions for November
… that progress in robotics and AI “be human”
In his video message on his prayer intention for November, Pope Francis emphasizes that progress in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) be oriented “towards respecting the dignity of the person and of Creation”.
Fun children activities
I know it is a little American with it’s Thanksgiving theme, but I thought these crafts would be wonderful for the little ones. Could be adapted for Christmas. Special shout out to Mary-Kate fromTeachSundaySchool. Click on the link below…...
Charitable Works Fund 2020
Helping families across the Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay Charitable Works Fund supports five Catholic agencies and ministries, who are at the forefront of helping families and neighbours in our Broken Bay Diocese.Donate to CWF See Bishop Anthony in the video...Pope’s October, 2020 Prayer Intention
Women in Leadership Roles in the Church. “We pray that by virtue of baptism, the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church.”...
Fratelli Tutti – a reflection from the Vatican
A Message from Bishop Anthony. My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Last Sunday at the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi, our Holy Father Francis signed the third encyclical of his pontificate. It is called “Fratelli tutti” and in the letter, Pope Francis takes up...Fratelli Tutti social teaching on economics, migration and media
How does ‘Fratelli Tutti’ explain Catholic social teaching on economics, migration, and the media? In this video from America – The Jesuit Review, Professor Nathan Schneider of the University of Colorado Boulder joins Colleen Dulle, assistant producer of audio and...