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On Sunday evening, 28 June 2026, the Lower North Shore Parish Young Adults gathered at St. Leonard's Church Hall, Naremburn, for another enriching Formation Evening. The theme, "Overcoming Anxiety Through Faith," spoke directly to the hearts of many young adults navigating the challenges and uncertainties of modern life. The evening began with a shared dinner, giving everyone an opportunity to relax, reconnect with familiar faces, and warmly welcome those attending for the fi

The Lower North Shore (LNS) Young Adult Group gathered once again on Sunday, 14 June 2026, for what proved to be a truly blessed and inspiring evening at St. Leonard's Church Hall, Naremburn. The evening began with several of our young adults serving and singing at the 6:00 pm Mass at St. Leonard's Church. Their joyful participation in the liturgy set the tone for a night centered on faith, fellowship, and formation. In the days leading up to the event, nearly half of our reg

It was a busy and joyful Pentecost Sunday at St Thomas’ Church, as parishioners gathered to celebrate one of the most important feasts in the Church’s liturgical year. The celebration brought together members of the parish and school community in a spirit of prayer, thanksgiving, and fellowship. The day began with the blessing of the statue of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, generously donated by a parishioner for the Lower North Shore Parish and school community. The statue,

Sunday, 24 May 2026, will long remain in our hearts. Despite the cold weather, steady rain, and many apologies from members who were unable to attend, the Holy Spirit had other plans. Around 22 young adults gathered at St. Leonard’s Church Hall, Naremburn, after the 6:00 pm Mass, and what unfolded was a beautiful reminder that when people come together with open hearts, God always shows up. Our Pentecost-themed Young Adult Formation Session carried the powerful theme: “From F

On Sunday evening, 10 May 2026, following the 6pm Mass, the parish community of St Leonard's Church came alive with youthful energy, deep reflection, and joyful fellowship as young adults gathered for the LNS Young Adult Formation Night. Although a number of young adults were unable to attend because they were celebrating Mother’s Day with their families, the spirit of the evening remained vibrant and deeply uplifting. In many ways, their absence itself reflected something be

Last Sunday, 3 May 2026, marked a significant and grace-filled moment for the Lower North Shore parish community with the launch of the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite (Latin Mass) at St Leonard’s Church. From the very beginning, it was clear that this was no ordinary Sunday. With a congregation of over 190 faithful, the church was beautifully filled. It was an inspiring sign of the deep spiritual hunger and devotion present within the community. Many came with curiosity

Last Sunday evening, 26 April 2026, our Young Adult Formation gathered once again, and it was a powerful reminder that something meaningful is taking root in our community. With 22 young adults present, including some who came after the 6:00pm Mass, the evening carried both warmth and spiritual depth. This was our 5th Formation Session, concluding our first major theme: Belonging. While a few participants were new, many have been faithfully journeying with us from the beginni

This evening at St. Thomas’ Church, Willoughby, our community was gifted with a truly grace-filled celebration, one that brought together the beauty of the Eucharist, the joy of the children’s choir, and the powerful message of the Third Sunday of Easter (Year A). In the Gospel of the road to Emmaus, we are reminded of how the disciples’ hearts burned within them as they encountered the risen Christ, first in the Scriptures, and then in the breaking of the bread. Tonight, tha

Last Sunday, on the beautiful Feast of the Divine Mercy, our Young Adult Group gathered for an evening of fellowship, prayer, and reflection. Although many were still away on holidays, 19 young adults and Fr. Roger came together, and it became a truly grace-filled encounter. Despite dinner arriving a little late, the evening began warmly with a welcome and icebreaker that helped create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. After the opening prayer, Scripture reading, reflection

During the holiest week of the Liturgical Year, from the Triumphant Entrance of the Lord into Jerusalem, through His Passion, and culminating in the joy of His Resurrection, the faithful parishioners and visitors of the Catholic Parish of Lower North Shore gathered in great numbers across it's three churches: St Philip Neri’s Church (Northbridge), St Leonard’s Church (Naremburn), and St Thomas’ Church (Willoughby). It was truly a joyous and uplifting sight to see the churches

Last Tuesday evening, 24th March, was a truly vibrant and joy-filled night for our LNS Parish community as we celebrated the First Reconciliation of our children at St. Thomas’ Church, Willoughby. From the moment families began arriving, the church was alive with anticipation, laughter, and the gentle hum of excited chatter, signaling a milestone in the faith journey of our young parishioners that would be remembered for years to come. The evening unfolded in two wonderfully

Last night was yet another grace-filled and successful gathering of our LNS Young Adult Group, as 21 young adults came together to continue this beautiful journey of faith and community. While three from our previous gathering were unable to join us, we were blessed to welcome three new members into the group, a sign that the community continues to grow and flourish. The evening began with the 6pm Mass at St. Leonard's Church , where our young adults led the music with revere

Last Saturday evening, 21st of March 2026 at the 6pm Vigil Mass, our parish at LNS was truly blessed by the beautiful presence and music of our Children’s Choir. It was a moment of grace that reminded us all of the simple, joyful, and sincere way in which children praise God. As always, the children sang with their whole hearts, like angels lifting their voices in praise and glory to God. Their innocence, enthusiasm, and sincerity were evident in every note. It was not just m

There was a special sense of joy and anticipation at the 10:30am Mass today at St. Leonard’s Church today as our parish community celebrated the Second Scrutiny for our RCIA Elect on this Fourth Sunday of Lent. This Sunday is traditionally called Laetare Sunday . The word Laetare means “Rejoice,” and in the middle of the Lenten season the Church invites us to lift our hearts in hope because Easter is drawing near. That spirit of joy was clearly present as our parish accompan

On Tuesday evening at 7:30pm , parishioners from across our three LNS churches gathered at St. Leonard’s Church, Naremburn for our monthly Holy Hour, held every second Tuesday of the month. It was a truly beautiful and grace-filled evening that reminded us how powerful shared prayer can be. From the moment people stepped into the church, many felt immediately drawn into prayer. The atmosphere inside was strikingly peaceful. Soft candle decorations and the gentle lighting cre

LNS Young Adult Gathering at St Leonard’s Church, Naremburn Last night was truly a joyful and grace-filled evening for the LNS Young Adult Group at St Leonard’s Church, Naremburn. What began just two weeks ago with 18 participants during our launch has already grown to 21 young adults gathering together, a sign of the enthusiasm, openness, and hunger for community among our young people. Even before the evening officially began, many members of the group attended the 6:00 pm

What a beautiful and grace-filled day for our parish community! After the 10:30am Mass today at St. Leonard’s Church, Naremburn, we officially launched the LNS Youth 2026, and what a blessing it was to witness young people gather with enthusiasm, openness, and joy. The launch was not just about starting a youth group. It was about creating a space where young people can belong, grow, and encounter Christ in a deeper way. Our desire is simple but powerful: to help our youth kn

Last night at St. Leonard's Church Hall , something new, and long hoped for, came to life. The launch of our LNS Young Adult Group 2026 was nothing short of a blessing. What began as a simple desire to gather young adults from across our three communities and beyond, unfolded into a beautiful evening of connection, faith, and shared purpose. Unexpectedly, we welcomed 18 young adults , each bringing their own uniqueness, stories, gifts, questions, and hopes. It was a beautif

Last Sunday, 15 February, our Lower North Shore parish community gathered at St Philip Neri’s Church, Northbridge , to celebrate Catechist Sunday, a special occasion dedicated to honouring the generous men and women who serve in the Church’s teaching ministry. The 9:00am Mass was celebrated by Fr Stephen Wayoyi and was beautifully attended by catechists from across the Lower North Shore. It was a joyful and prayerful celebration, filled with gratitude for those who dedicate t

Last Sunday, 15 February 2026, St Thomas' School began the new academic year in the best possible way, gathered around the altar. The church was truly packed to the rafters, with school families and parishioners filling every seat, a beautiful sign of the strong partnership between parish and school. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Roger Delmonte, with the choir led by the St Thomas’ School teachers, whose joyful singing lifted the entire congregation. Students confidently pro