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“Listen carefully…to the teachings of a master and incline the ear of your heart”

(Rule of St Benedict, Prologue, verse 1)

“I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly”

(John 10:10; NRSV)

“The joy of the gospel fills the hearts and lives who encounter Jesus…With Christ joy is constantly born anew”

(Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium, 1)

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”

(Matthew 28:19; NRSV)

Welcome

Welcome to the online presence of St Benedict's Parish, Inner Newcastle.

Our Parish, part of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, exists to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to the communities of inner Newcastle.

This website highlights who we are and some of the ways we go about fulfilling our mission. We are a vibrant ant and faith-filled community who look forward to welcoming you among us.

If you can't find the information you seek on this website, please contact the Parish Office where our friendly staff will gladly assist you.

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Our Parish

St Benedict's Parish, Inner Newcastle covers the suburbs of Newcastle, Newcastle East, Newcastle West, The Hill, Cooks Hill, Bar Beach, The Junction, Merewether, Merewether Heights, Hamilton, Hamilton South, Hamilton North, Hamilton East, Broadmeadow, Islington, Tighes Hill, Maryville, Wickham, and Carrington.

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Weddings

Big or small, our beautiful churches cater to a wide variety of needs and offer a stunning backdrop for your special day. Weddings are a Sacrament and couples wishing to be married in one of our churches are asked to give plenty of notice to ensure a smooth preparation. Considered one of the seven sacraments, or channels to God's grace, the wedding ceremony is a serious commitment in the Catholic Church full of deep spirituality and rich symbolism.

Funerals

"At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of Baptism and strengthened at the Eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end, nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting Word of God and the Sacrament of the Eucharist."

Schools

In choosing a Catholic school, you are providing your child with the spiritual and developmental skills they will need to build a bright academic future. Our regional schools respond to and serve the needs of parents who seek a Catholic education for their children. Catholic schools contribute to the Church’s mission to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. They offer an educational foundation for life to the full, meaning the full development of the person - intellectually, spiritually, physically, morally and emotionally.

Baptisms

Baptism is the introduction of a person or infant into the Catholic Christion Community, and through the waters of Baptism they enter into the life of God – Father, Son, and Spirit. Read through the following information regarding Baptism and then contact one of our Parish staff members or priests who will arrange to meet with you to discuss the process and how the journey will unfold.

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Stories from the parish

September 17, 2018

Give Us A Sign

A fragile world, entrusted by God to human care, challenges us to devise intelligent ways of directing, developing and limiting our power. [Laudato Si’] #giveusasign

September 16, 2018

Sunday Bulletin for Sunday 16th September 2018

Want to stay in touch with what’s happening in the Parish? And beyond? The Parish Bulletin, published each Sunday, is the premier source of information and news in St Benedict’s Parish. Contributions for the Parish Bulletin should be received at the Parish Office by the close of business each Wednesday. Subscribe at the bottom of the […]

September 9, 2018

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