Welcome
We are a part of the Catholic Diocese of Parramatta in Western Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. If you are new to the Emu Plains area and would like to become a part of our Parish community, we look forward to meeting you at Mass, or please feel free to contact us at any time.
Weekly Mass Times & Reconciliation
Mass Times
WEEKDAY MASSES
Weekday Masses Tuesday 6.00pm
Wednesday, Thursday Friday at 9.00am
Adoration
Thursday 8:30am (prior to Mass). Benediction last Thursday of the month.
Healing Service Mass on First Fridays of the Month
WEEKEND MASSES
Saturday Vigil Mass 6.00pm
Sunday 8.00am and 9.30am
RECONCILIATION
5.00pm Saturday or by appointment
Diocesan News
The mortal remains of Pope Francis have been transferred from the Casa Santa Marta to St. Peter’s Basilica, where his body will lie in state so the faithful may pay their respects until his funeral on Saturday. [...]
We publish the preface that the late Pope Francis wrote on February 7 for the book in Italian by Cardinal Angelo Scola, Archbishop Emeritus of Milan, titled “Awaiting a New Beginning. Reflections on Old Age.” The volume, published by the Vatican Publishing House (LEV), will be available in bookstores starting Thursday, April 24. [...]
The messages coming in from world leaders and religious authorities following the death of Pope Francis demonstrate the universality of the Pope of the peripheries, who strove to be close to all as he headed the See of Peter. [...]
When the cardinals voted to elect Jorge Mario Bergoglio as the 265th successor of St. Peter on the evening of March 13, 2013, few of them imagined what kind of pope he would be. They surprised the world by electing the first Latin American and first-ever Jesuit pope. [...]
Nestled in the heart of Kellyville, Our Lady of the Rosary Parish became a beacon of faith and community. The parish, with its deep historical roots, continued to thrive, enriched by its connection to the nearby Franciscan Shrine of the Holy Innocents, an official pilgrimage site for the Jubilee Year. [...]
The death of Pope Francis leaves the church in mourning. [...]
His true legacy lies in the fundamental reframing of what constitutes authentic spiritual leadership in our fragmented century. [...]
All are invited to a special Diocesan Mass to commemorate the life of our beloved Pope Francis and to pray for the repose of his soul. The Mass will be held this Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11am at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Parramatta and will be celebrated by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Bishop of Parramatta. [...]
Sacramental Program Notice
Term 2: Sacrament of First Eucharist
Information Night: Wednesday 7th May at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall (Parents only)
Blessing Weekend: Sunday 10th/11th May
Families to attend one of the weekend Masses – Sat 6pm Vigil, Sunday 8.00am or 9.30am.
Session 1: Wednesday 14th May at 7pm
Mass: Saturday 17th May or Sunday 18th May
Session 2: Wednesday 21st May at 7 pm
Mass: Saturday 24th May or Sunday 25th May
Session 3: Tuesday 27th May at 7pm
Mass: Saturday 31st May or Sunday 1st June
Session 4: Wednesday 4th June at 7pm
Mass: Saturday 7th June or Sunday 8th June
Session 5 / Rehearsal – Wed 11th June at 7pm
SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Saturday 14th June at 2.30PM or Sunday 15th June at 9.30am.
Term 3: Sacrament of Confirmation
Term 4: Baptism for Primary School Children
Local Catholic School
Our Lady of the Way Primary is a Catholic primary school located at the foot of the Blue Mountains near the picturesque Nepean River.
Our Lady of the Way Primary holds a strong belief that, by working in partnership and harmony with parents and parish, the children will benefit greatly. Whether you are a new family or have been a part of this community for many years, Our Lady of the Way Primary believes your involvement with the school will be most rewarding.
The school has a proud tradition of providing a high quality Catholic education in a happy and safe environment, with staff committed to the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the school's faith and learning community.
Parish Events
Please note that we do not have Mass on Mondays.
Contact
Address:
15 Troy Street (PO Box 27)
Emu Plains NSW 2750
Phone:
(02) 4735 1041
Parish Office Hours:
Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Email Address:
[email protected]
Fr Michael Gathuku
Parish Priest
Deacon: Batsirai Maringehosi
Joanne Hamilton
Parish Office Administrator
Cate Kensey
Sacramental Coordinator