The Catholic Parish of Frenchs Forest.
to Love and Serve
Our Parish is made up of three vibrant communities:
If you’re a visitor or new to our parish, we extend a very warm welcome to you.
If you have any questions, please chat with Fr Biju, Fr Joseph or myself, or browse our website.
We want you to feel at home with us. - Fr Satheesh
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or Scan QR code Below
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Each of us can make a difference. Each of us can help to protect one another. We are called to Step Up and to Speak Out for the protection of all.
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from Fr Satheesh (10th Nov)
Dear Parishioners,
In many versions of the Gospel this week, the poor widow is depicted as someone who, despite her own dire circumstances, gives all she has to help others or to fulfil a spiritual duty. This act of giving, though small in material value, is immense in its moral and spiritual significance. It highlights the idea that true generosity is measured not by the amount given, but by the spirit and sacrifice behind the giving.
The widow’s actions challenge us to consider our own attitudes towards wealth and charity. It prompts us to reflect on whether we give out of our abundance or if we are willing to make personal sacrifices to support those in need. Her story is a powerful reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can have profound impacts.
Moreover, the widow’s faith and trust in a higher power, despite her poverty, can inspire us to maintain hope and resilience in the face of our own challenges. Her story encourages us to look beyond material wealth and to value the richness of the human spirit.
One way we can be like the woman at the temple is to consider giving to our wonderful parish via the QR code, tap and go machines in the churches and
November is a time to remember our dearly departed loved ones. If you wish to offer a Mass in their memory, please use the November Mass envelopes for your offerings.
I would like to thank Deacon Peter for his ongoing support with formation in our parish. We welcomed all altar servers (Senior and Junior) and those interested in joining this ministry to our formation session on Saturday, November 9. The session is an invaluable resource to further develop the understanding of the ministry of being a server.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Leonie Puckeridge for her tireless efforts in preparing weekly prayer reflections for our parishioners. The R.E.S.T. with God and the Pause and reflect sessions are a beautiful way to enhance our own spiritual growth. Details of these sessions are in the bulletin. I encourage those who can to come along and experience the reflections.
I will be away from the parish from 17 November to 6 December. I am going to attend the general synaxis of our Society in India and in this meeting, we elect our new Superior General and the council members for our society. Please keep me in your prayers.
We continue to pray for a safe journey for Fr Joseph and the parishioners who are on a trip through India. As a parish we wish them a safe journey and remember them in our prayers.
Thank you for your generous support with Pastoral Works BrokenBay appeal. Our Parish target is $38 527.
Thank you for your continued support and participation in our parish activities.
I extend a warm welcome to all visitors to our churches. Please feel free to come and introduce yourselves when you are at Mass. We look forward to meeting you and sharing in the joy of our parish community.
May God Bless you
Fr Satheesh Antony OSH
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