French's Forest Catholic Parish eNews

Dear Parishioners, The readings of this weekend explain Who the Holy Spirit is, what His roles are, and how we can experience Him in our daily lives. In the Gospel, Jesus reassures his disciples that they will not be left alone. Even as he prepares to leave them, he promises the gift of the Advocate, the Spirit of truth, who will remain with them always. This is a powerful reminder that God’s presence is not distant or temporary, but alive within us. Jesus connects love with action: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” Love is not just a feeling, but something we live out in the way we treat others, in our choices, and in our faithfulness each day. Through this love, we come to know God more deeply, not as someone far away, but as one who dwells within us. In moments when we feel uncertain or alone, this Gospel invites us to trust that we are never abandoned. The Spirit is with us, guiding, strengthening, and reminding us that we belong to God. It also challenges us to be a...

All-loving God, we give you thanks and praise for mothers young and old. We pray for young mothers, who give life and count toes and tend to our every need; May they be blessed with patience and tenderness to care for their families and themselves with great joy. We pray for our own mothers who have nurtured and cared for us; May they continue to guide us in strong and gentle ways. We remember mothers who are separated from their children because of war, poverty, or conflict; May they feel the loving embrace of our God who wipes every tear away. We pray for women who are not mothers but still love and shape us with motherly care and compassion. We remember mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers who are no longer with us but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love. Amen.  

This weekend we have the Pastoral Works Broken Bay Appeal. This important appeal supports key ministries within our Diocese that receive little or no government funding, including: The Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD), providing religious education to thousands of Catholic students in public schools Hospital Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, offering spiritual support, prayer, and companionship to patients and families in times of need St Lucy’s School and St Edmund’s College, supporting students with disabilities The Ephpheta Centre, serving the deaf community Approximately 98% of all funds raised go directly to these ministries, making a real difference in the lives of many. Our parish target for this May Appeal is $19,395, and we greatly appreciate your support in helping us reach this goal. Donation envelopes will be available in the pews, and you can also give via the QR code in the bulletin. All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Thank you for your generous support and pr...

Accompanying in Hope: Care of the Sick, Funerals and Ministry to the Bereaved This formation day is open to all interested parishioners. Accompanying in Hope offers a liturgical and pastoral exploration of the Church’s ministry of accompaniment in times of illness, death, and grief. Participants will deepen their understanding of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, the Church’s Funeral Rites, and the ministry of compassionate accompaniment of the bereaved. DATE: Saturday 27 June 2026 TIME: 9:30am – 3pm VENUE: Caroline Chisholm Centre To Register: go to Liturgical Formation Day: Accompanying in Hope online registration form  

Join a powerful weekend of faith, community, and encounter with God in the beauty of creation! On Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th June 2026 at St Anthony’s in the Field, Terrey Hills, for students aged 14–18yrs The Expression of Interest Date is extended to Monday 11th May

The Frenchs Forest Parish Community is warmly invited to the Combined Churches of the Northern Beaches Reconciliation Service during Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Reconciliation Week. · Wed 27th May. · Warriewood Community Centre. · 6.45 for 7pm. · Book Now for Catering Purposes. https://events.humanitix.com/northernbeaches-nrw-service/tickets

Intimate Resonance - Brahms & Faure Piano Quartets The Linden Trio with guest pianist Jeanell Carrigan Wyvern Music Forestville presents Intimate Resonance, with The Linden Trio and distinguished pianist Dr. Jeanell Carrigan A.M., performing the monumental Brahms and Faure Piano Quartets. Fauré’s Piano Quartet in C minor opens the concert with its compelling blend of elegance, urgency, and luminous harmonic colour. Brahms’ expansive Piano Quartet in A major, Op. 26 follows, a generous and deeply heartfelt work whose sweeping melodies and rich textures reveal the composer at his most noble and expressive. Together, these two works offer a rare opportunity to experience the piano quartet at its most intimate and resonant, performed by musicians celebrated for their insight, sensitivity, and blended ensemble sound. The Linden Trio of Marina Marsden (violin), Justine Marsden (viola) and Timothy Nankervis (cello), are all highly-regarded members of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Dr. Jea...