Message from Fr Michael Trainor,
Parish Priest

27th/28th June 2026 ~ Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time​

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You will be contacted!​

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Dear Sisters and Brothers,

 

As the cold bites in around us in the middle of this winter, we are reminded of the warmth of our parish life.

 

This is the gift of each other, to each other, and to the wider world. As we think about the future, we are aware of those of you in our parish who are committed in so many ways. This is the way that many of you offer your gifts and talents in the many forms of leadership, volunteerism, liturgical ministries and care of those in need. I am also so grateful for the financial renewal that so many of you have made to support the ongoing life of our parish.

 

In the many parishes that I have had the privilege to minister in, I’ve noticed in many of them how some parishioners come, dip in to the life of the parish for sacraments and celebration of the Sunday Eucharist out of convenience, then leave. It is the ‘smorgasbord’ approach to Catholicism, those baptised who take a bit here, a bit there and leave without contribution. That is certainly not what characterises the life our parishioners, of you. I note with such gratefulness your commitment, support and lingering offer of your time and talents to enhance our parish life.  

 

Over the next several weeks, there will be a follow-up with those of you have indicated the ways you would like to be involved in the various ministries of the parish. Thank you for putting your name down, some of you in continuing your ongoing commitments, for others of you, for offering yourself for the first time. I know Petranel is keen to ensure that this follow up occurs. It will take a bit of time….but you will be contacted!

 

With every warm blessing for this Season,

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Your brother

Michael

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