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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 the City Pastoral Region of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Our pastoral region covers the parishes of St Benedict's, Inner Newcastle, St Columban's, Mayfield, and St Petr-in-Chains', Stockton.

The mission of the parishes of our Region, a part of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, is to proclaim Christ in the inner suburbs of the City of 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 of communities who look forward to welcoming you among us.

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

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Our Parish

The Parishes of the City Pastoral Region covers the following suburbs:

St Benedict's Parish, Inner Newcastle: 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.

St Columban's Parish, Mayfield:

St Peter-in-Chains' Parish, Stockton:

Latest News

Stories from the parish

19 March 2020

Response to COVID-19 Pandemic – Updated 19 March

Following Bishop Bill’s letter of 5 March, updated provisions have been issued today which come into force immediately and which have profound consequences for the life of the parishes of the City Pastoral Region. A copy of the letter can be found below.

29 March 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 29th March, 2020

In a time when COVID-19 is forcing us to observe social distancing, and not gather together for the celebration of Eucharist, the need to stay in touch with what’s happening in the City Pastoral Region and beyond is increasingly important. The Region will continue to publish the Regional Bulletin on the Regional website each Sunday […]

27 March 2020

Cathedral Masses To Be Livestreamed

Good news for parishioners of St Benedict’s Parish, the City Pastoral Region, and the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Mass will be live-streamed this Sunday at 9.30am from Sacred Heart Cathedral. The emergence of the COVID-19 virus has led to a range of restrictions that many if not all of us have never encountered, including the closing […]

22 March 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 22nd March, 2020

15 March 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 15th March 2020

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

8 March 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 8th March 2020

5 March 2020

Response to Coronavirus

In light of the potential for COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) to become more widespread in the Australian community, Bishop Bill has issued the following directions. They take effect immediately, and will remain in effect until further notice.

1 March 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 1st March 2020

23 February 2020

Regional Bulletin for Sunday 23rd February 2020

Celebrating Faith

How can we help?

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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