French's Forest Catholic Parish eNews

Dear Parishioners, The main theme of this weekend’s three readings is the invitation to live in such a way that we make the best use of the talents God has given us, so that at the hour of our death Our Lord will say: “Well done, my good and faithful servant! … Come and share the joy of your master” Mt 25:21). In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus reminds us that each of us has been blessed with gifts and talents, and that we are invited to use them in ways that bring goodness and love into the world. The parable of the talents reminds us that God has given each of us something special. We may not all have the same abilities, opportunities or responsibilities, but every gift, no matter how small, is precious and has a purpose. Sometimes we don't recognise the gifts we have, or we may feel that what we can offer is not enough. We might even hold back because we lack confidence or are afraid of making mistakes. Yet God doesn't ask us to be perfect or to do extraordinary things. He s...

Thank you for supporting Pastoral Works Broken Bay (PWBB). Your generosity helps sustain ministries that make a real and lasting impact across the Diocese of Broken Bay. Through PWBB, our Catholic community helps support: 12,000+ students in public schools through Special Religious Education Pastoral care and chaplaincy across 7 hospitals Catholic communities and individuals with disability, special needs and pastoral care needs Outreach ministries that bring hope, dignity and support to people in our communities As we begin the PWBB 2026/27 Appeal, your continued support is greatly appreciated and still needed. Our parish target for this appeal is: $19 000. Please consider making a gift by scanning  QR code below or click here for  online donation  via Parish donations portal.  . Your generosity helps PWBB continue caring for people today and building hope for tomorrow.  

A season of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord All are welcome to our Advent gatherings WHERE: at St Martin's WHEN: Tuesdays November 24, December 1 & 8. at 10am - 12pm  

Social Justice Around the Bay (SJAB) The next Social Justice Around the Bay (SJAB) meeting on Saturday, 21 November, at 1.00 pm at Our Lady Help of Christians, Epping .  Parking is available via 6 Cambridge Street. FFCP Parish members welcome.

Aria and Art Songs Wyvern Music Forestville is delighted to present Arias and Art Songs, a richly varied programme of song and opera, featuring soprano Sarah Melluish, tenor Jordan Sarkis, and distinguished pianist Alan Hicks. This concert brings together the radiance of operatic favourites with the intimacy and poetic depth of art song. Audiences will hear exquisite lieder and mélodies by Schubert, Strauss, Liszt, Rachmaninov, Obradors, Chausson, Copland, and Joseph Marx — including some of Marx’s most sumptuous and rarely‑heard songs — alongside operatic arias and duets by Mozart, Dvořák, Bizet, Donizetti, Gounod, Puccini and Lehar. Highlights are set to include Dvořák’s luminous Song to the Moon, Puccini’s ardent Che gelida manina, and a selection of Mozart’s elegant and characterful duets. Together, these works trace a wide emotional landscape: from soaring Romantic lyricism to the sparkling drama of Italian opera. Sarah Melluish (soprano) is an emerging lyric soprano completing...

    At Frenchs Forest Parish, everyone is welcome! We love seeing families and children joining us for Mass each week. We understand that bringing young children to Mass can sometimes be challenging, but please know that your family's presence is always a gift, never a burden. Whether little ones are happy, restless or noisy, you belong here! We want our parish to be a welcoming and joyful place where children feel valued and families feel at home. Children's Liturgy of the Word Children aged preschool to 12 years are invited to join our Children's Liturgy of the Word at the 10.00am Sunday Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel, Forestville & Little church at St Anthony’s Terrey Hills 9am mass. Through Scripture stories, discussion, prayer and activities, children explore the Sunday readings in an age-appropriate way. They rejoin the congregation after the Creed. We warmly invite parents to send their children to children’s liturgy & to come along  We have also started ...

Thank you for your generous support of Pastoral Works Broken Bay (PWBB). Through your prayers and giving, PWBB continues to support vital ministries that bring care, hope and practical assistance to people across our Diocese. Your past support has helped make a real difference in our communities — supporting pastoral care, outreach, chaplaincy, faith formation and assistance for those most in need. As we begin the PWBB 2026/27 Appeal, we invite parishioners to continue supporting this important mission.  Our parish target for this appeal is:$19 000 Every gift, large or small, helps continue the good works made possible through PWBB. Please give generously using the parish donation QR code on the parish Bulletin or via  donation link . Together, we can continue bringing care, hope and dignity to those who need it most.

Have you ever felt God calling you to make a difference in a young person’s life? As a catechist, you will not only help children discover God's love, you will also deepen your own faith, build lasting friendships, and experience the joy of seeing faith come alive in the hearts of our young people. You do not need to be an expert or have all the answers. Our parish is simply looking for people with a willing heart who are prepared to walk alongside the next generation. Why not take the first step today? Your time, faith, and witness could have a lifelong impact on a child and bring great blessings to your own life as well. If you have ever thought about becoming a catechist, now is the time to act. We would love to hear from you. For enquiries, please leave your contact details with the Parish Office on 9451 5097 or email catechists@ffcp.org.au . We would be delighted to welcome you to this rewarding ministry.  

Our next gathering will take place this Sunday 8 November as we continue to come together to discuss the Catholic Faith. Please keep the candidates in your prayers as their journey in faith is nurtured and strengthened as they journey towards being received into full communion next Easter.  

We warmly invite all our wonderful parish volunteers to join us for a special Volunteers’ Appreciation Dinner on Friday, 20 November 2026, at 6:30pm in the OLGC School Hall, Forestville. This is our opportunity to say a heartfelt THANK YOU for your generosity, dedication and all that you do for our parish community. Please don't forget to RSVP by calling or emailing the Parish Office , and let us know of any dietary requirements.

Celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe with Catholics from across Greater Sydney! We will gather on Sunday 22nd November for the Walk with Christ Eucharistic procession, annually hosted by the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney. Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026 Time and location: 1 pm Festival at Martin Place, Procession at 2:30pm from the corner of Martin Place and Pitt Street Website: https://www.sydneycatholic.org/about-us/archdiocesan-events/walk-with-christ/ To help gauge who may be attending from our parish could you please let Susanne Bragge know via email to sacraments@ffcp.org.au by 18th November

The Cathedral Precinct Charity Golf Classic, was postponed due to rain and is now schedules for Friday 20th November.  Places are still available.  Only $130, which includes the game of golf, a lovely lunch with drinks and loads of prizes to take home. It will be a great day – at the new golf course in Chatswood. for more information see poster included in this message.  

Dear Parishioners, Please be aware of a scam currently targeting parishes. Scammers are creating fake Gmail and other free email accounts using the names of our Parish Priest and parish staff. They use these accounts to send messages asking people to make urgent payments or buy gift cards on their behalf, often giving a plausible reason for the request. Because the display name shows a familiar name, it can look genuine at first glance. However, if you examine the actual email address, you will find that it does not come from our official parish domain: ffcp.org.au . Please Keep This in Mind: ·          Verify Before You Act: If you receive an email, text, or message of any form asking for money, gift cards, or financial details, do not respond or make any payments . ·          Double-Check: Always contact the parish office directly, or speak to the person you think it is from via a known, trus...

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Dear Parish Family,   Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and ongoing support! Because of you, our parish continues to thrive and serve the community. As you know, this vibrancy relies on your generosity for which there are now many different ways of giving using modern technology. In recent times we have introduced Tap’n’go machines in our churches. We have now added a new, easy, and secure way to make a contribution to support our parish—through a simple scan of a QR code. This small code allows you to give a single gift directly from your phone at any time, wherever you may be. All you need to do is open your camera, scan the code and you'll be taken directly to our secure giving page. It’s fast, easy, and helps the parish to continue the great work we’re doing together. Of course, like Tap’n’go, contributions by QR code are a once only gift. If you would like your donation to be regular and automatic, please join our Planned Giving program which is easily arranged ...