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St Patrick's Church Walcha 

For Baptism or Marriage enquiries phone Monsignor Ted Wilkes 67784070.

Monsignor Ted Wilkes would like to invite parishioners to Sunday Mass 10am.

Term 2 Mass Dates

Friday 8th May (tomorrow): Mass and Blessed Exposition at 11.30am

Friday 12th June: Mass (Feast of the Sacred Heart) at 11.30am

Friday 3rd July: Mass (Feast of St Thomas) at 11.30am

Reflection

In the Catholic tradition, the month of May is a special time uniquely dedicated to honoring Mary, the Mother of Jesus. Throughout this month, we are invited to reflect on Mary’s extraordinary faith, her gentle compassion, and her role as a spiritual mother to us all.

Mary’s unwavering "yes" to God and her unconditional love for her son make her the ultimate role model for our students and families. It is no coincidence that we also celebrate Mother’s Day during this time! Just as we pause to thank the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures in our own lives for their endless love and support, we also look to Mary as the perfect example of motherhood and grace.

Throughout May, our classes will be spending time learning about Mary, reflecting on her virtues, and engaging in special prayers, including the Rosary. We encourage all of our families to take a quiet moment this month to pray together and ask for Mary’s continued guidance and protection over our St Patrick's community.

Prayer

Gracious God, 

We thank You for the gift of Mary, 

the Mother of Jesus, 

who shows us the beauty of unconditional love 

and unwavering faith. 

Throughout this special month, 

we ask Mary to wrap her loving mantle

 around the St Patrick’s community. 

Inspire us to follow her gentle example 

of compassion and to always say "yes" to Your call. 

We also ask for her special intercession 

for all the mothers, grandmothers, 

and mother figures in our lives. 

May they be blessed with strength, joy, and peace.

 Amen.

New Parish Appointment

It was recently announced that our parish and school will soon be welcoming a new priest! We are greatly looking forward to the arrival of Father Elino Comanda and the spiritual guidance, pastoral experience, and dedication he will bring to our community. As he commences his new role, we are eager to welcome him and work alongside him in the coming months and years.

We would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge Monsignor Wilkes, who will continue to lead the parish of St. Joseph's at Uralla. We remain deeply grateful for his ongoing commitment and leadership. Please join us in extending the warmest of welcomes to Father Elino Comanda!

Highlights from the St Carlo Acutis Exhibition

Mass, tomorrow, Friday 8th May at 11.30am

As we settle into the new term, there is no better way to bring our school community together than through prayer and the celebration of the Eucharist.

Our students and staff will be gathering for our first whole-school Mass tomorrow, Friday, 8th May. The celebration will take place at St Patrick's Catholic Church, commencing at 11:30 am.

We would love to share this special occasion with you! A warm invitation is extended to all parents, grandparents, friends, and parishioners to come and join us.

First Eucharist

Information regarding the upcoming First Eucharist program was sent to the families of all eligible students in Years 3 and 4. This document outlined all the important details about the program. If you have any questions about the Sacrament of First Eucharist, please contact Mr Hyatt.

Sacrament Dates for 2026

2026 First Eucharist: Date has been set for our Catholic students in Year 3 and 4 for Sunday 7th June 2026. 

Catherine McAuley

Catherine’s spirituality was centred on the mercy of God…prayer in action…action in prayer.