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
After the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Syrian Archbishop Jacques Mourad of Homs shared his joy at seeing the Syrian people “liberated.” Despite the uncertainties surrounding these communities, this former ISIS captive remained resolutely optimistic about the future of Christians in Syria. [...]
As we journey from the anticipation of Advent to the joy of Christmas, our thoughts naturally turn to the young pregnant woman from Nazareth – “round yon virgin” – making her difficult journey to Bethlehem. [...]
John the Baptist comes in the midst of his own social, political and religious context, proclaiming a baptism of repentance, invoking the image used by the prophets Isaiah and Baruch: the image of every valley being filled in, every hill being laid low, every road being made straight and smooth. [...]
But let's not forget the Epiphany was very much a dangerous journey for the Magi. And if we disciples go in search of the Christ child, we too will likely place ourselves in harm’s way. [...]
This Christmas, as we contemplate the Christ child in the manger, let us commit ourselves to pray and work for justice in all its manifestations so that God’s reign will come in our world. [...]
Campion College Australia’s 2024 graduates had the opportunity to hear Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price as she shared her experiences and words of wisdom in an Occasional Address at the college’s 17th graduation ceremony on 17 December. [...]
As we prepare for a year filled with opportunities to grow in faith, communion, service, and leadership, let us keep hope alive in our hearts. With God’s grace, 2025 will be a year of profound transformation for the youth and young adults of the Parramatta Diocese. [...]
In an outstanding achievement, two students from Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CPSD) have earned First-in-Course honours for Studies of Religion I and Studies of Religion II in the 2024 HSC exams. [...]
Sacramental Program Notice
Term 1: Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Information Night: Wednesday 12 February 2025 in the Parish Hall at 7.30pm (Parents only)
- Mass: Sunday 15/16 February – families to attend one of the weekend Masses – Sat 6pm Vigil, Sunday 8am or 9.30am. Father Michael will invite the children to come forward to receive a blessing with their application form.
- Session 1: Wednesday 19 February at 7pm
- Session 2: Wednesday 26 February at 7pm
- Session 3: Wednesday 5 March at 7pm
- Session 4/Rehearsal: Wednesday 12 March at 7pm.
- SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: WEDNESDAY 19 MARCH AT 7PM or THURSDAY 20 MARCH AT 7PM
Term 2: Sacrament of First EucharistTerm 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