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The World Day of Prayer service at the Uniting Church, Penrith, brought together those of many Christian churches, faiths and traditions for a special gathering focused on “I Made You Wonderful” (Psalm 139:14), with prayers for the Cook Islands, as this year's focus country. ...
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As missioners, we accompany the poor and ask ourselves what more we can do so that families can continue to live according to their traditions while having what is necessary to maintain, feed and educate their children in a more dignified life. That is why we are here, to...
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The priest stood transfixed, his jaw slack. Mrs. McIntyre wondered where she had ever seen such an idiotic old man. “Christ will come like that,” he said in a loud gay voice and stood there, gaping. Mrs. McIntyre’s face assumed a set puritanical expression and she reddened. Christ...
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Since World War II, the pope has been a moral statesman, a global diplomat for peace. Pope Pius XII was a revered post-war figure whose silence on the Nazi round-ups of Jews in Rome became an issue only after his death. ...
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Each year, the Diocese of Parramatta hosts a Christmas Lunch and Reflection Day to celebrate the dedication and passionate ministry of our parish staff, a highlight of the day is honouring those celebrating milestone years of service, from 5 to more than 30 years. We meet three of these parish...
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Embrace the Christmas spirit by welcoming baby Jesus into your family and faith community! Join us for joyful Christmas Carols or a heartwarming Nativity play at local parishes across the Diocese of Parramatta. ...
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Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Homily for the Opening of the November Plenary of Bishops, organised by the ACBC....
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With an increasing feeling of social isolation amongst our society, young people across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains have been reminded of their calling to a community where they can grow and love in service, at a special Theology Hour held at Campion College. ...
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The Season of Creation was in ushered in on a fresh and sunny spring day in the Blue Mountains, as Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv concelebrated Mass with Fr John McSweeny at Sacred Heart Parish, Blackheath. ...