It is my desire that, in this our time, by acknowledging the dignity of each human person, we can contribute to the rebirth of a universal aspiration to fraternity. Fraternity between all men and women.
These are some of the opening words of Pope Francis in his recent letter on Fraternity and Social Friendship.
Just like the rest of us, Pope Francis has been experiencing the Covid pandemic and reflecting on it: A worldwide tragedy like the Covid-19 pandemic momentarily revived the sense that we are a global community, all in the same boat, where one person’s problems are the problems of all. Once more we realised that no one is saved alone: we can only be saved together.
During Advent as we prepare for Christmas, we invite you to take a little time to reflect together on the Pope’s recent letter to each one of us.
You can do this in one of two ways:
- Attend a face-to-face session in St Anthony’s Hall on Wednesday 9th and Wednesday 16th December, from 7.00 to 8.30 pm, (Numbers will be cut off at 50 and Covid regulations will apply) OR
- Attend the same sessions by Zoom from the comfort of your home.
In either case, you need to register, so that we can manage the numbers for safety in the Hall or send you the link to take part in the Zoom meeting.
To register, please go to https://bit.ly/toonie_advent20 or call Luisa in the office 9631 3316
No need to wait for the sessions, to read more, go to https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/2020/10/04/fratelli-tutti-brothers-and-sisters-all/
On Sunday 24th October 2013 at the 10am Mass, the parish celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the ordination of our Parish Priest Fr Paul Marshall.
We were joined by Bishop Bede Heather the first Bishop of Parramatta who ordained Fr Paul. We also welcomed Fr Paul's family, friends and many of his fellow priests to this joyous occasion.
Please click to see pictures and the slide show of this happy event.
Sunday, 12th October at 10:00 am Mass, the Most Rev. Anthony Fisher OP will be inducting Fr Arthur Bridge as Parish Priest of Toongabbie.
Please join us for this special celebration Mass followed by morning tea in the Hall.
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