The story of God calling Samuel by name is almost magical.  As he is lying asleep, he’s awakened three times by a mysterious voice calling him by name.  In no way does Samuel suspect that the Lord is calling him, but the priest Eli makes it clear that the voice he is hearing is the […]

Baptism was the way in which Jesus presented himself to his people at the outset of his mission.  His baptism in the Jordan by John, marked the beginning of his public ministry and the start of his life as a travelling preacher.  By identifying with us he took upon his shoulders the tremendous burden and […]

Our Christmas celebrations began with the shepherds in the hill country going over to Bethlehem to visit the new born King and ends with the arrival there of the Magi, in all their splendour.  For them, life was never the same after their discovery.  Christ made all the difference to them, transforming their souls, calling […]

Today’s gospel outlines the heartbreaking experience of Mary and Joseph when they were quite certain they had lost Jesus.  He slipped away from the family circle without informing his parents and went off on his own to the Temple. Even Mary and Joseph did not escape the tensions, anxieties and worries which are the ordinary […]

Christmas Eve – 4:00pm, 7:00pm and 10:00pm Christmas Day – 10:30am New Years’ Eve – 4:00pm New Years’ Day – 10:30am

With Christmas just around the corner, the days of Advent waiting are almost over.  On this Fourth Sunday of Advent the readings are alive with excitement about the Saviour who is coming very soon.  And so, it is no surprise that the spotlight is focused on Mary because no one can help us to understand […]

There is no mistaking the theme which rings out loud and clear in today’s liturgy ~ it’s a message of hope and rejoicing.  The dawn is beginning to break and the Lord is very near, closer to us than we realize.  Christ’s nearness is the strength which touches all our lives for he is now […]

If Christmas is going to be a deeply religious experience and not just a pagan festival of merriment, the holy season of Advent has got to be taken seriously and not robbed of its meaning.  These days provide us with the opportunity for strengthening and deepening our union with Christ.  The Lord is close at […]

The sacrament of First Holy Communion will be celebrated in the parish at the weekend Masses on Saturday, April 27, 2019 and Sunday, April 28, 2019. The sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated within the 10:30 am Sunday Mass on May 5, 2019 with Bishop Richard Grecco presiding. The will be a Penetential service and […]

The First Sunday of Advent is with us again, ushering in the new year of the Church.  The season has a twofold character.  It is a preparation for celebrating Christ’s birth among us and a reminder of his second coming in glory, at the end of time.  During the run-up to Christmas we can benefit […]