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18 January 2026  |  By Anne Millard  |  In Latest News

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, bulletin now available

Pope Leo has announced a Year of St Francis, calling the Church to renew its commitment to peace, care for creation, and love of neighbour. Inspired by the life of St Francis of Assisi — whose joy, humility, and deep trust in God continue to speak to our world — this year invites us to […]

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2 January 2026  |  By Anne Millard  |  In Latest News

Baptism of the Lord, Year A, bulletin now available

Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord — and with it, the gift of our own baptism: a promise of belonging, blessing, and new life.

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22 December 2025  |  By Anne Millard  |  In Latest News

4th Sunday of Advent, Year A, bulletin now available

“From crib to cross, love changes everything—blessings for a holy and joyful Christmas.”

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6 December 2025  |  By Anne Millard  |  In Latest News

2nd Sunday of Advent, Year A, bulletin now available

In Week 2 of Advent, John the Baptist calls: clear the clutter, ready the heart.  Prepare, simplify, breathe. Christ is on the way.

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Latest News & Events

  • 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, bulletin now available
  • Baptism of the Lord, Year A, bulletin now available
  • 4th Sunday of Advent, Year A, bulletin now available
  • 2nd Sunday of Advent, Year A, bulletin now available
  • Feast of Christ the King, Year C

City Pastoral Region Office

242 Parry Street
Newcastle West, NSW 2302

PO Box 6
The Junction, NSW 2291

Opening Hours:
9:30am - 4:00pm,
Monday to Friday

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P: 02 4979 1101
F: 02 4962 4644
E: newcparish@mn.catholic.org.au

Acknowledgement of Country

The parishes of the City Pastoral Region encompasses suburbs located upon the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi Nations. We acknowledge their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, and commit ourselves to work together for reconciliation and justice.

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