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Homily

Homily – First Sunday of Lent (A)

The First Sunday of Lent each year always presents us with the account of the Temptations of the Lord.  We have Matthew’s account for Year A, Mark’s for Year B,…
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It’s Show Time!

    Crime 101 US, 2026, 139 minutes, Colour. Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, Barry Keegan, Corey Hawkins, Monica Barbaro, Nick Nolte, Devon Bostick, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Taie…
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A Tour through the Mass!

Beginning Mass Entrance Hymn We begin Mass with the Entrance Hymn which is chosen as far as possible to suit the particular character of each celebration which often arises out…
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Lenten Thoughts

Ash Wednesday – Easter – Pentecost Ash Wednesday  On this day, we are marked with ashes and the ancient words accompanying that act are “Remember you are dust and unto…
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Homily

Homily – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

“I’ll just do the bare minimum.” Has anyone heard this quote or experienced this attitude before?  I came across this mentality throughout my studies.  At university, students would say, “P’s…
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From the Parish House

We have kicked off the year 2026 with several events and activities in our parish life.  One of the highlight celebrations was the Opening of the School Year Mass hosted…
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Cathy Jenkins

Simple Acts of Kindness

It is a hot and dry summer and the world feels heavy to me.  The cycle of bad news and aggression seems relentless, the tragedies affecting our fellow humans so…
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A Joyful Beginning to the Year

Opening of the School Year Mass  On Friday, 6 February our three parish school communities gathered in a spirit of joy and gratitude to celebrate a combined Opening of the…
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A Tour through the Mass!

Mass: Introductory Rites The Introductory Rites are the Entrance Hymn, the sign of the cross, the greeting, words of introduction, penitential rite/Kyrie, Gloria and the Opening Prayer or Collect.  These…
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Homily

Homily – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

Comedian Nigel Ng, more famously recognised as “Uncle Roger” on YouTube, is known for his reaction videos with his iconic bright orange shirt, humorously critiquing other high-profile food presenters.  His…
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and acknowledge their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.
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At Our Lady of Pentecost Parish we hold the care, safety and well being of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility of our parishes.
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