To the Greater Glory of God
Welcome to St Joseph’s Catholic Church Oatley
Administrator: Fr Chris Ryan MGL
St Joseph's is twinned with St Declan's Penshurst, and is under the care of the Missionaries of God's Love.
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New to St Joseph's?
If you are new to the parish, we'd love to get to know you. Contact us in the parish office on 9580 1310 or by email at oatleycc@bigpond.net.au
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Are you volunteer at St Joseph's Parish?
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All St Joseph's & St Declan's parish volunteers are invited to a night of celebration and thanks for your dedication in bringing the love of God to life in the people you serve.
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Event: Volunteers Thank you Celebration Night
Date: Wednesday 30 October, 2024
Time: 7 - 9pm
Location: Fernlands Hall, St Declan's (92 Penshurst St Penshurst)
Just bring yourself and be prepared for a night of fun and laughter.
​Please let us know you are coming HERE. This will help us with catering.
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"The History of St Joseph’s Parish Oatley"
Written by Norm Windred is available for purchase from the Presbytery at a cost of $20. Please email the office at oatleycc@bigpond.net.au if you would like to buy a copy. The book covers the work done by our priests and laity from the past until now.
St Joseph's Catholic parish is located north of the Georges River in the St George deanery of the Archdiocese of Sydney. The Church is on the corner of Frederick and Rosa Streets, quite close to the main shopping centre and about a five minute walk from Oatley Railway Station.
St Joseph’s Mass Times
​Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 8 am and 10 am.
Weekday Masses: 12 Midday on Tuesday & Thursday.
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Confession
Starting Monday 26th August
7:30 - 8:30pm each Thursday evening @ St Joseph's Oatley (during Holy Hour)
4.00-4.45 pm each Saturday @ St Joseph's Oatley (before the 5 pm Vigil Mass)
5.00-5.45 pm each Saturday @ St Declan's Penshurst (before the 6 pm Vigil Mass)
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Adoration
Starting Monday 26th August
Mondays: 7:30 - 8:30pm @ St Joseph's Oatley
Tuesdays: 7:30 - 8.30pm @ St Joseph's Oatley
Thursdays: 9:45 - 10:45am @ St Declan's Penshurst (after the 9:15am Mass)
Thursdays: 7:30 - 8:30pm @ St Joseph's Oatley (Holy Hour, Prayers and Confession)
Saturdays: 6:30 - 7:30am @ St Declan's Penshurst (before Morning Prayer & Mass)
Last Friday of the month - Emmaus Nights: 7:00 - 8:30pm @ St Joseph's Oatley (Praise and Worship, Adoration, Confession & Prayer Ministry)
Live-streaming
The Vigil Mass is live-streamed on the parish YouTube channel. The streaming will begin at 5 pm on Saturday and can be accessed at any time after the Mass has concluded here: bit.ly/stjoatley
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Commitment to Safeguarding Children
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We are committed to making our parish a safe place for our children. Child sexual abuse is a crime. The appropriate people to deal with a crime are the police. If you, or anyone you know, have been abused, please contact the police. Alternatively, you can contact the Safeguarding and Ministerial Integrity Office at (02) 9390 5810 or safeguardingenquiries@sydneycatholic.org. You may also want to speak to your Parish Priest who will be able to provide support and guidance. The Archdiocese has a legal obligation to report crimes to the police.
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For further information on the Parish's and Archdiocese's commitment to the safeguarding of Children, please click on the link attached to the Archdiocese Child Safeguarding Policy
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Listening to Our Parish Community
Please discuss any concerns or feedback with Fr Chris Ryan MGL.
Your concern may be about-
· Something you have seen or heard that you feel is upsetting.
· A concern you have about someone in your parish.
Your feedback may be about-
· Something you have experienced.
You may want to report crimes of child abuse.
In the first instance, the appropriate people to deal with crimes of child abuse are the police.
If you, or anyone you know has been abused, please contact the police.
You may also
Bring your concerns directly to the Archdiocese by contacting:
safeguardingenquiries@sydneycatholic.org or calling (02) 9390 5810
The Archdiocese has a legal obligation to report crimes to the police.
www.sydneycatholic.org
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The Safeguarding Office
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If you would like to report a concern, give feedback or make a complaint you can do this in a variety of ways such as:
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Phone: (02) 9390 5813
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Postal Address:
Attn: Jennifer Orre, Acting Director
Safeguarding and Ministerial Integrity Office
Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney
Locked Bag 5040 Alexandria, NSW 2015, Australia
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Email: safeguardingenquiries@sydneycatholic.org
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Parish News
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St Joseph's Live stream Mass
The Saturday Vigil Mass is live streamed on the St Joseph's Parish YouTube Channel here.
2024 Saramental Program
Visit the Sacramental Program 2024 page here or download the 2024 Sacramental Program dates here.
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St Vincent de Paul
Last financial year the St Joseph's Oatley St Vincent de Paul Conference made around 60 home and nursing home visits and provided financial assistance to the sick, lonely and needy. The conference appreciates the support of Father John, the St Joseph’s School community, and all our benefactors in the parish. Meetings take place in the Marian Hall once each month (usually on a Tuesday morning) on a date that is published in the Upcoming Events section of the Parish Bulletin. Parishioners are always most welcome to attend.
Be part of the St Vincent de Paul Society's Good Works. Is there a desire in you to do something more? Would you like to reach out to those in need? Our local St Vincent de Paul Society conference is seeking new members to join them in their work of serving the disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join us. For further information contact: Sue Vit on 0407 291 722.
