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      • In the shadow of the Cross, parishioners of St Nicholas of Myra Penrith find hope

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      • A journey home: the grace of RCIA at Holy Spirit Parish

        Outlook Contributor
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        For the first time in many years, the parish is witnessing a large number of people courageously responding to God’s invitation to enter more deeply into the life of the Church....
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        Antony Lawes
        05/04/2026
          A new believer who found faith in the midst of profound grief, and a parishioner of more than four decades whose son will be ordained a priest this year, were among those welcomed into the Church at a deeply moving Easter Vigil Mass at St Nicholas of Myra...
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        Outlook Contributor
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          When Cherie Manning was just 19, her family was first struck by the devastating impact of cancer with the loss of her beloved Dida (Grandfather). Then only two years later, tragedy returned – this time claiming her father, who left behind six children.   Reflecting on that time, Cherie said: “The absence of my dad...
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        Outlook Contributor
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        On Sunday, 29 March 2026, more than 200 members of the Diocese of Parramatta Chinese Chaplaincy gathered in prayerful unity to celebrate Palm Sunday, a commemoration of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.    Coming together at St Monica’s North Parramatta Parish, the community marked the beginning of Holy Week, entering more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s suffering, death, and His ultimate...
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        On 1 October 2025, the international community of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary opened their jubilee year for its 100th anniversary. This centenary year will be one of remembrance and gratitude for the past 100 years, and of trust in God for the future which is expressed in the jubilee motto: Mary, Light of our Hope.  ...
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        Mary Brazell
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        As the Parish of the Upper Blue Mountains strengthens its growing community, a new peal of bells is encouraging parishioners to synchronise their hearts to Christ. ...
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            One of the last remaining enclosed monastic communities has accepted its newest member in a ceremony at the community’s new home in Kurmond, west of Sydney.  The Tyburn community of nuns, otherwise known as the Adorers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Montmartre, welcomed Sr M. Juliana at a solemn ceremony of Temporary Profession on 17 January, in front of her family and friends. The...
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