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        One distinct quality of the Trinity is their relationship. A communion of love. A unity and joy in the relationship among the Father, Son and Holy Spirit which is the supreme model of our relationship as Christian families....
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        Fr Jeff takes over from his much-loved predecessor Fr Brendan Murphy, who was at the parish for 15 years....
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        Young people, students, teachers, families, clergy and religious walked over 23kms from 10pm on Friday evening in Blacktown, arriving in Parramatta at 7am, reflecting on Christ’s sacrifice on Good Friday and celebrating the joy in His Resurrection. At every stop, the pilgrims heard testimonies from young people who have...
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        Franciscans from across the Diocese and beyond gathered in a spirit of joy and fraternity to welcome the Minister General of the Order of Friars Minor, Br Massimo Fusarelli in Waverley, during his recent visit to Australia....
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