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As we journey from the anticipation of Advent to the joy of Christmas, our thoughts naturally turn to the young pregnant woman from Nazareth – “round yon virgin” – making her difficult journey to Bethlehem....
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John the Baptist comes in the midst of his own social, political and religious context, proclaiming a baptism of repentance, invoking the image used by the prophets Isaiah and Baruch: the image of every valley being filled in, every hill being laid low, every road being made straight and...
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But let's not forget the Epiphany was very much a dangerous journey for the Magi. And if we disciples go in search of the Christ child, we too will likely place ourselves in harm’s way. ...
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This Christmas, as we contemplate the Christ child in the manger, let us commit ourselves to pray and work for justice in all its manifestations so that God’s reign will come in our world....
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As we prepare for a year filled with opportunities to grow in faith, communion, service, and leadership, let us keep hope alive in our hearts. With God’s grace, 2025 will be a year of profound transformation for the youth and young adults of the Parramatta Diocese....
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The Caruana family at The Good Shepherd Parish Plumpton are building a community of love, support and belonging in the parish community, centered in Christ by leading a support group for children with special needs and abilities. ...
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Christmas Mass and Reconciliation times across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains can be found on our Diocesan website: parracatholic.org...
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Pope Francis sends a message to the people of Rome ahead of the Jubilee Year 2025, asking them to show hospitality to the many pilgrims that will be travelling to the Eternal City throughout the year....
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Charles Hyson is the newest Deacon in the Diocese of Parramatta, following his ordination at St Patrick’s Cathedral on the Feast of St Ambrose, in a Mass that was attended by hundreds of well-wishers. ...