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
In the final stage of the Examen, having reviewed the recent events of our lives to see how God has already moved us, we imagine, with increased hope, how we might move with God and for God in the time to come. Frances Murphy concludes our Advent Examen by reflecting on how this mirrors our Advent experience. [...]
Each year, the Diocese of Parramatta hosts a Christmas Lunch and Reflection Day to celebrate the dedication and passionate ministry of our parish staff, a highlight of the day is honouring those celebrating milestone years of service, from 5 to more than 30 years. We meet three of these parish staff members to find out why they love doing what they do. [...]
We live in a world where strength is often measured in terms of huge forces, big numbers, power to dominate others etc… Joseph Stalin was once cautioned by Winston Churchill to give weight to the Pope’s opinion in world affairs. The communist leader was at the height of his power. [...]
Christmas Mass and Reconciliation times across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains can be found on our Diocesan website: parracatholic.org [...]
In Jesus, God lived Godself into this condition of being born, of growing and living into mature, gracious and holy personhood. Against a weary cynicism we can feel about the world and about our personal situations, our relationships, Christmas offers us the chance of a new start. [...]
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. [...]
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.
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