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Parish Bulletin Sunday 26 April 2026
Not From the Pulpit by Fr Richard Leonard SJ PP — read the latest parish bulletin for Sunday 26 April 2026.
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Australia's Largest Catholic Parish
Parish of
Our Lady
of the Way
Serving the North Sydney community with faith, compassion and community across three beautiful churches since 1887.
Mass Times
St Mary's North Sydney
Monday – Friday7:00am & 12:10pm
Saturday8:00am & 5:30pm
Sunday8:00am, 10:00am & 6:00pm
Also available online via YouTube
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Parish Services
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Mass Times
All are welcome. Our three churches offer Mass throughout the week to suit your schedule.
Online Mass — Live & On Demand
Streamed daily from St Francis Xavier · Mon–Fri 7:30am & Saturday Vigil 5:30pm
St Francis Xavier
Lavender Bay
Next Mass
Sun 10:30 am
Starts in
6h 50m 51s
Weekdays
7:30am (Mon–Fri, streamed)
Saturday
5:30pm Vigil (streamed)
Sunday
10:30am
Open daily for prayer · Weekdays 7:30am–4:30pm · Sat 9:30am–6pm · Sun 10:30am–4:30pm
17 MacKenzie St, Lavender Bay NSW 2060
St Mary's
North Sydney
Next Mass
Sun 9:00 am
Starts in
5h 20m 51s
Weekdays
12:00 noon
Sunday
9:00am (Family Mass) · 6:00pm (Youth Mass)
Baptisms celebrated on Sundays after the 9:00am Mass
264 Miller St, North Sydney NSW 2060
Star of the Sea
Kirribilli
Next Mass
Sun 8:00 am
Starts in
4h 20m 51s
Sunday
8:00am · 10:00am (Polish)
Sunday Masses only
44 Willoughby St, Kirribilli NSW 2061
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)
By appointment — call the Parish Office on (02) 8918 4101 · Mon–Fri 9:00am–3:30pm
The Sacraments
Sacred Milestones
We are honoured to celebrate life's most sacred moments with you and your family.
Baptisms
Celebrated on Sundays after the 9:00am Mass at St Mary's and the 11:30am Mass at St Francis Xavier. Contact the Parish Office to register.
Preparation sessions required · Contact office to book
Weddings
St Mary's: Fri 2pm, Sat 2pm & 4pm. St Francis Xavier: Sun 2pm. Weddings are by arrangement only — please contact us at least 6 months in advance.
Marriage preparation required · Book early
Funerals
The Parish of Our Lady of the Way hosts funerals at St Mary's and St Francis Xavier. Our priests are available to support families through this time.
Available at short notice · Compassionate support
Confirmation
Confirmation is celebrated annually for young people and adults entering the faith. Preparation programs run throughout the year.
Annual program · All ages welcome
First Communion
First Holy Communion preparation is offered for children in Year 3 and above. Programs run in Term 1 each year through our parish schools.
Year 3 and above · Term 1 program
Anointing of the Sick
Our priests are available to visit the sick and elderly at home or in hospital. Please contact the Parish Office to arrange a visit.
Home & hospital visits available
To enquire about any sacrament, please contact our Parish Office
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News, reflections and community stories from our vibrant parish family.
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There are many ways to get involved and serve our community.
Full Parish LifeWomen of the Well
Spiritual growth for women
Jesuit Spirituality
Ignatian prayer & retreat
Pastoral Care
Visiting sick & elderly
Parish Choir
Sunday 10am Mass
Scripture Study
Weekly Bible reflection
Social Justice
Serving those in need
What's On
Parish Event Calendar
Masses, community gatherings, sacramental celebrations and spiritual events — all in one place.
27
Apr
Book Launch — Frank Brennan
Monday · 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Ron Dyer Centre
Frank Brennan's new book launch. Join us at the Ron Dyer Centre for an evening celebrating Fr Frank Brennan's latest publication.
3
May
Sacramental Preparation Sessions
Sunday · 11:00am – 12:00pm
Parish of Our Lady of the Way
The Parish FHC preparation program consists of 5 x 1 hour consecutive sessions commencing 3 May. Register at signup.com/go/aERkmUy.
1
Jun
Confirmation Registration Opens
Monday · 9:00am – 30 Jun
Parish of Our Lady of the Way
Confirmation registration opens 1st June and closes 30th June. Contact the Parish Office for more information.
For the most up-to-date event information, please contact the Parish Office or check the weekly bulletin.
All EventsRequest a Mass Intention
You can request a Mass to be offered for a loved one — living or deceased — for a special occasion, anniversary or intention. Mass intention envelopes are available at the back of all three churches, or contact the Parish Office.
Established 1887
Serving North Sydney
for over 130 years
The Parish of Our Lady of the Way is Australia's largest Catholic parish, encompassing three historic churches and a vibrant community of over 12,000 parishioners across North Sydney, Lavender Bay and Kirribilli.
Administered by the Jesuits, our parish is committed to the Ignatian tradition of finding God in all things — in prayer, in service, in community and in the beauty of everyday life.
12k+
Parishioners
3
Churches
130+
Years
“Grant, O Lord, that I may be conscious and grateful for all the good things you have given to me.”
— Parish Prayer
Find Us
Our Three Churches
We worship across three beautiful historic churches in the North Sydney area. All are welcome.
We acknowledge and give thanks for the first people of Australia and honour the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather today. We pay our respect to the elders past and present and emerging of the Cammeraygal People of the Eora Nation.
Three churches across North Sydney, Lavender Bay & Kirribilli
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Our Priests
Rev Dr Richard Leonard SJ
Parish Priest
Rev Andy Nguyen SJ
Assistant Priest
Rev Joseph Sobb SJ
Assistant Priest
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Our Commitment
Safeguarding
The safety and dignity of every person in our community — especially children and vulnerable adults — is sacred to us.
Our Safeguarding Commitment
The Parish of Our Lady of the Way is committed to the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all people — particularly children and vulnerable adults. We believe every person has the right to be safe, and we take our responsibility to protect that right with the utmost seriousness. We follow the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and the Diocese of Sydney's safeguarding framework.
Accredited Parish
Zero Tolerance
The Parish of Our Lady of the Way has zero tolerance for child abuse and abuse of any vulnerable person. Every person in our community deserves to feel safe, respected and protected.
Child-Safe Culture
We are committed to embedding a child-safe culture across all parish activities, ministries and programs. The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority.
Screened & Trained
All parish staff and volunteers working with children and vulnerable adults hold a current Working With Children Check and complete mandatory safeguarding training.
Transparent & Accountable
We follow the Towards Healing process and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards. All concerns are taken seriously, responded to promptly and reported to the appropriate authorities.
Reporting Contacts
Parish Safeguarding Officer
Contact the Parish Office
For concerns within our parish community
Diocese of Sydney — Safeguarding
Jennifer Orre, Director
Postal Address: Locked Bag 5040, Alexandria, NSW 2015, Australia
Emergency — Police
NSW Police
If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 000 immediately
Child Protection Helpline
NSW Family & Community Services
Report child abuse or neglect — available 24 hours, 7 days
Policies & Documents
Child Safeguarding Policy
Our comprehensive policy outlining our commitment, procedures and responsibilities.
Contact Office
Code of Conduct
Expected standards of behaviour for all staff, volunteers and parishioners.
Contact Office
Reporting Procedure
Step-by-step guide on how to make a report or raise a concern.
Contact Office
Complaints Process
How complaints are received, assessed and responded to by the parish.
Contact Office
These documents are available by contacting the Parish Office on (02) 8918 4101 or visiting us at 42 Ridge Street, North Sydney during office hours (Mon–Fri, 9:00am–3:30pm).
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a concern or question?
Our team is here to listen and help. All enquiries are treated with care and confidentiality.