About
Our Patron
St. Padre Pio, an Italian monk changed the lives of Catholics around the world by his prayers.
History
We are one of many parishes that have evolved from Penrith Parish since it was created in 1839.
Youth Group
The St. Padre Pio Youth Group Co-ordinators show enthusiasm in spreading the word of God.
Parish News
Vigil Mass 19 October
Due to the Dinner Dance, the Vigil Mass for the 19 October will start at 5pm. Rosary will commence at 4.30pm.
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Parish Fundraiser Dinner Dance 2019
All are welcome to the PARISH FUNDRAISER DINNER DANCE. Have a great time while supporting an important cause. Place: Panthers Penrith Date: 19 October 2019 Time: 6:30pm – Midnight Cost: $100 (three course meal) Everyone is invited to attend. Please see someone at the Welcome Table or contact the Parish office if you would like to purchase tickets for this…
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Sacramental Program 2019
2019 Sacramental Programs for School Aged Children At St Padre Pio Parish, sacramental programs for school aged children are held in the following sequence each year: Term 1: First Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation (usually celebrated for children in Year 3 and older – the candidate has to be at least 7 years of age…
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All Saints Mass & First Friday Mass followed by All-Night Adoration: 01 November 2019
Friday, 01 November is All Saints Day. There will be two Masses: 9am Mass 7pm Mass This Mass is also the: FIRST FRIDAY MASS FOLLOWED BY ALL-NIGHT ADORATION Would you come and spend one hour with Me? Starting with First Friday Mass at 7pm, followed by an all-night Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The Divine…
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Amazon Synod Briefing: Education and the rights of Nature (Read More)
Warnings that the fresh violence in north-east Syria could unleash a renewed – and potentially fatal – exodus of Christians from the region have come from a bishop who has accused the US and the international community of inflicting huge damage on the country. (Read More)
Top End Bishop says Indigenous are ‘the most traumatised people I’ve ever met’ (Read More)
This year in Anti-Poverty Week, the National Council of the St Vincent de Paul Society highlights case studies that demonstrate the extent and severity of hardship faced by people living on Newstart. (Read More)
The Senate Community Affairs References Committee’s inquiry into the adequacy of Newstart is now under way, with some 70 submissions received. (Read More)
School
Bethany Catholic Primary
Established in 1996, Bethany is the primary school associated with Padre Pio Glenmore Park Parish. Bethany Catholic Primary recognise each child as being unique and formed in the image of God.
Bethany is a dynamic Catholic school committed to living Gospel values, incorporating a spirit of community, acknowledging the uniqueness of each individual, encouraging optimal learning and with an ongoing appreciation of the environment.
Events
LIFE, LOVE AND THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY
Hosted by St. Padre Pio Parish
Discover the beauty and truth of human sexuality, through the lens of St. John Paul the Great.
Place: St. Marys MacKillop Centre, 15 Collins Street, St Marys
When: Every Tuesday starting from 15 October–03 December
Time: 7-9pm
Registration: $109 (includes workbook)
Early Bird: $89 (offer ends17 September
Presenter: Simon Carrington
To register, email: simon@fireupministries.com