Our Lady of the Way

EMU PLAINS PARISH

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

Pope Francis: ‘May dialogue replace weapons’

Pope Francis reiterates his appeal for mediated solutions to the wars afflicting the planet and urges the faithful to contribute to helping those affected by devastating floods-in Spain's eastern Valencia region. [...]

Youth and faith celebrated: LIFTED Live turns nine!

With its blend of music, faith, and fellowship, LIFTED Live in the Forecourt once again highlighted the Diocese of Parramatta's commitment to creating spaces for young people and families to come together, reflect, and celebrate the Catholic faith.   [...]

Interview: Why Cardinal McElroy is ‘very happy’ with the results of the synod

“I am very pleased with the synod’s final document,” Cardinal Robert McElroy told America’s Vatican correspondent on the afternoon of Sunday, Oct. 27. That morning he had concelebrated the concluding Mass of the Synod on Synodality with bishops and priests from around the world in St. Peter’s Basilica, presided over by Pope Francis. [...]

Fr Wim Hoekstra begins new ‘mission’ as Parish Priest at Blacktown 

The installation Mass for Fr Wim Hoekstra at Blacktown recently was by no means his first as Parish Priest – he was ordained almost 50 years ago – but for him this latest appointment is just as meaningful as the others.  [...]

Sexual abuse in the church: Key findings of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors report

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors released its first annual report October 29, detailing measures taken to combat sexual violence within the church. The document reveals uneven implementation across various countries worldwide. [...]

Father James Martin: The conversions I had at the synod

A few days ago, as the Synod on Synodality was reaching its conclusion in Rome, I spoke with my America colleagues Zac Davis and Colleen Dulle for a joint recording for the “Jesuitical” and “Inside the Vatican” podcasts. [...]

St Padre Pio Parish Glenmore Park welcomes first-ever Somascan Parish Priest

Parishioners celebrated the installation of its first Somascan Parish Priest Rev Johnson Malayil Joseph CRS - at St Padre Pio Parish Glenmore Park, in a special Mass and ceremony.   [...]

Bishop Vincent’s Homily: called to new and higher levels of justice, inclusion, and participation

The kingdom vision of Jesus guides us as we endeavour to be a collective witness against the politics of fear and the economy of exclusion. May we enact this vision individually and as a Body of Christ by lives built on love, pivoted to justice and animated by mercy. Then, we too may hear the words of Jesus to the scribe “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” [...]

Sacramental Program Notice

Term 1: Sacrament of ReconciliationTerm 2: Sacrament of First EucharistTerm 3: Sacrament of Confirmation

Blessing Weekend: Sunday 10th/11th August  – families to attend one of the weekend Masses – Sat 6pm Vigil, Sunday 8.00am or 9.30am. Father Michael will invite the children to come forward with their application form to receive a blessing.

Session 1: Wednesday 14th August at 7pm.

Session 2: Wednesday 21st August  at 7 pm

Session 3: Wednesday 28thAugust  at 7pm

Session 4: Wednesday 4th September at 7pm

Mini Retreat – Saturday 7th September 4-7pm (Just for kids)

Rehearsal /Recap Wed 11th September  at 7pm.

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION:  WEDNESDAY  18TH SEPTEMBER at 7pm.


Term 4: Baptism for Primary School Children

Information Night:  Wednesday 16th October at 7.30pm (Parents only)

Blessing Weekend: Sunday 20th October at 9.30am families to attend 9.30amMass. Father Michael will invite the children to come forward with their application form and to receive a blessing.

Session 1: Wednesday 23rd October at 7pm

Session 2: Wednesday 30th October  at 7pm

Session 3: Wednesday 6th November  at 7pm

Recap/rehearsal: Wednesday 13th November at 7pm

Sacrament of Baptism: Saturday 16th November at 2pm

Local Catholic School

OLOTW Handbook

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.

Feb
4
Sun
Sunday Morning Mass @ Our Lady of the Way Church
Feb 4 @ 9:30 am
Feb
6
Tue
Evening Mass @ Our Lady of the Way Church
Feb 6 @ 6:00 pm
Feb
7
Wed
Morning Mass @ Our Lady of the Way Church
Feb 7 @ 9:00 am
Feb
8
Thu
Morning Mass with Adoration to follow @ Our Lady of the Way Church
Feb 8 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Feb
9
Fri
Morning Mass @ Our Lady of the Way Church
Feb 9 @ 9:00 am

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

Michele Norbury
Finance

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