CELEBRATING 160 YEARS OF
FAITH COMMUNITY IN THE HAWKESBURY
WELCOME
We welcome you to the Parish of Richmond, the largest geographical Parish in the Parramatta Diocese, encompassing/comprising St Monica's Richmond, St Gregory's Kurrajong and St John of God North Richmond. Embracing our rich heritage and faith tradition and grounded in the love of Christ we strive through our deeds to bring about the kingdom of God in Faith, Hope & Charity.
The original foundation stone for St Monica's was laid in January 1859 and we are proud to have families in their seventh and eighth generations still active in our Parish.
WE ENDEAVOUR TO BE:
A living and nurturing community, expressing Christ's presence among us
A nourishing community of faith and prayer
A welcoming community of hospitality and outreach
A compassionate community of healing and pastoral care
WEEKLY MASS TIMES
PLEASE VIEW ONLINE MASSES PROVIDED BY THE DIOCESE OF PARRAMATTA. CLICK LINK BELOW.
FAITH CONVERSATIONS
In the coming year we would like to offer parishioners ongoing opportunities for faith conversations and faith formation. We have planned these for every second Wednesday of the month. You’re invited to come together in fellowship to be part of a discussion and conversation about faith.
DONATIONS
DID YOU KNOW that Contactless Donations to our Parish during these COVID times can now be made quickly, easily, and safely?
A newly installed Paywave terminal in the foyer at St Monica's Church, Richmond can process donations of $5.00 by simply tapping your credit card (Mastercard/Visa). If you wish to donate more - just tap again!
A "DONATE NOW" button can also be found on the top righthand corner of this Home Page if you wish to donate for a specific amount or purpose (Baptisms, Sacramental Programs, Weddings, Planned Giving etc)
Thank you for you continuing support.
COVID-19 & Our Parish
As the Omicron variant continues to infect people throughout New South Wales and beyond,
we ask that you remain vigilant in your duty of care to yourself and others.
• First and foremost, if you have any symptoms please adhere to Government and Health Authority instructions to get tested and remain isolated.
• Where possible use the QR Code on entry. This will enable the N.S.W. Services to notify you if necessary. Sign in Sheets will also be available at the door.
• Masks must be worn.
• Sanitize your hands before entry.
• Wipes are provided and we ask that you take one and wipe the area you are seated in before and after Mass.
We thank those who have donated wipes from time to time over the past two years. You may like to watch out when they are on special and make a donation.
• If you pick up a Bulletin please take it home with you, don’t put it back or leave it in the pews.
• NO Congregational singing.
• At this time there is NO density limit on places of worship.
• Keep social distancing - no mingling after Mass.
Spiritual Communion Prayer
My Jesus,
I believe that you are present in
the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love you above all things and I
desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive you sacramentally, come
at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were
already there and unite myself
wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated
from you.
Amen
CONTACT
Parish Office:
1A Bourke Street, Richmond, NSW 2753
Phone: 02 4578 1410
Parish Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9:30 - 4:00pm
ST GREGORY'S
5 Old Bells Line of Road
Kurrajong, NSW 2758
ST MONICA'S
Cnr Windsor St & Bourke St
Richmond, NSW 2753
ST JOHN OF GOD
177 Grose Vale Road
North Richmond, NSW 2753