World Day of prayer for the Sick and Lent A reflection by Sr Anne Hannigan RSM A question we may ask is ‘Why are we here?’. There may be many answers but one, I am sure of, is to be the body of Christ in the world. So often we hear that our mission is to fulfil [...]
First Recipients of Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship Graduate The Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship is celebrating the 2020 graduation of its inaugural recipients, who were awarded their scholarships in 2015. Set up in 2014 through the St Agnes’ Foundation, the Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship (KBTS) helps families facing difficult circumstances meet the cost of their children’s secondary education at [...]
Understanding the Liturgical Calendar – how do we know what to celebrate when? The Church’s Liturgical Calendars help everyone in the faith community know what we are celebrating when, especially those involved in preparing for Masses and liturgies. St Agnes’ Catholic Parish’s Leader of Lay Formation, Tony Worner, explains a bit about these calendars and the three [...]
Students gain hands on industry experience at Parish Admin St Agnes’ Catholic Parish Administration Centre has welcomed 3 work placement students from Newman Senior Technical College for the final term of school for 2020. Matt Thompson, Michael Huff and Jason McManus. Jason is completing his work placement with the ICT Team, Michael with Property Services and Matt [...]
St Peter’s Class of 2014 returns to open time capsule In 2014, Year 6 students at St Peter’s Primary School buried a time capsule in the grounds of St Peter’s to celebrate the end of their primary school years and their time at St Peter’s. The capsule was to be opened in 2020 to mark the end [...]
You are worth what you give A famous and very rich man was once asked, “What are you worth?” The rich man thought for a minute and then named a figure. His questioner did not believe him. “You are famous as one of the richest men in the country. Surely you are worth more than that.” With [...]
The Yarning Circle creating a cultural learning space During the recent school holidays, local Aboriginal artist Tony Clarke has built St Joseph's Regional College (SJRC) their very own Yarning Circle. The spot chosen is a perfect location under established trees, providing the students with a tranquil area. The Yarning Circle has been used by Indigenous people for centuries. Our [...]
Why do we remember the dead in November? We are about begin the month of November. Traditionally, this is the month where the Church remembers all those who have died. November 1 is All Saints Day, a tribute to all saints, while November 2 is All Souls Day, dedicated to praying for those who have died. October [...]
A letter from Pope Francis An encyclical (from the Greek egkyklios, kyklosis meaning a circle), is simply a letter from the Pope letter to the Church, though it is for anyone who wants to hear it. Pope Francis has delivered a new encyclical ‘Fratelli tutti’, a message to the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics and people of goodwill [...]
Parish welcomes Government funding for Dementia-specific Community Centre NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced that St Agnes’ Care & Lifestyle would receive a State Government grant of $5 million for the building of a dementia-specific community centre. St Agnes’ Care & Lifestyle is part of St Agnes’ Catholic Parish, which has provided aged care services to the Hastings [...]
St Agnes’ Catholic Parish acknowledges the Birpai people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work, and serve. We acknowledge their deep connection to this land — its waters, skies, and stories — nurtured with wisdom, care, and resilience for countless generations. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. And as an organisation committed to care and service, St Agnes’ is dedicated to walking alongside First Nations peoples — listening, learning, and building genuine relationships grounded in respect and understanding.
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