There are moments in life when our calendars are full, our minds are restless, and our hearts quietly long for something more. We become so accustomed to rushing from one responsibility to another that we often forget how to simply stop, breathe, and be with God. It was into this reality that Jesus spoke His timeless invitation: "Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while." (Mark 6:31) On Saturday, 18 July 2026, our LNS Young Adults (YAG) accepted that invit

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