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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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We have gathered to celebrate one of most important feasts in our Christian calendar. Amidst all the things that we do: shopping, exchanging gifts, decorating our homes, spending time with our loved ones, hosting lunches and dinners etc.. there is a need for us to reclaim the spirit of...
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Most Reverend Vincent Long Van Nguyen OFM Conv DD STL, Bishop of Parramatta Homily for Christmas Night Readings: Isaiah 9:1-7; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-20 EMBRACING THE SELF-EMPTYING GOD THE EMMANUEL MANIFESTS Dear brothers and sisters, “The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light”. Even as...
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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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The Diocese of Parramatta’s social welfare agency, Catholic Care Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains, has released its Year in Review 2023-24, highlighting its new strategy and vision, as well as exciting new partnerships and programs to support those who need it most. ...
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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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Pope Francis has declared 2025 a Jubilee Year for our Church, themed 'Pilgrims of Hope'. In this letter, Bishop of Parramatta, Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv invites everyone to participate in the many events that will be taking place in the Diocese of Parramatta, including taking a pilgrimage to...
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Nearly 600 people converged on St John the Evangelist Church Riverstone for a 120th Anniversary Mass celebrating the laying of the foundation stone in 1904. ...
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Advent is a season of new beginnings and the stirrings of the heart. It reminds us that while things might seem hopeless, God is directing history to its fulfilment....