St Anthony of Padua Parish

  • Toongabbie farewells Shirley after 35 years as parish secretary

    After 35 years of service, St Anthony of Padua Parish, Toongabbie farewelled much loved parish secretary Shirley Stewart, whose musical laugh and bright smile lit up the office with positivity and joy. Bishop of Parramatta, Most Rev Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv joined the parish staff of St Anthony...
  • Maria Lette celebrates 100 years of life

    The lines on her face tell the story. It was her smile that drew me in, shortly followed by her piercing blue eyes.  Maria Christina Lette has an enduring gaze and her wispy, silver hair can be said to match her silver-tongue. After another flash of the camera, she quipped: “Have...