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
29 September: 7pm Mass for St Michael, St Gabriel, St Raphael Feast Day
29 September: Mass at 7pm in honour of the Archangels: St Michael, St Gabriel, St Raphael.
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Blessing for Yr 12 students
BLESSING FOR ALL YR 12 HSC STUDENTS! When: 03 Oct, 5.30pm Vigil Mass & 04 Oct: 8am & 10am Masses. Year 12 students are especially invited to come together to pray for themselves and the other students and to receive a blessing.
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Takeaway Bible Study with Fr Johnson Joseph CRS
Takeaway Bible Study with Fr Johnson Joseph CRS Looking to grow deeper in God’s Word during the week? Join us each Thursday evening for an engaging and practical Bible Study — filled with faith, discussion, and real-life application you can “take away” with you. The Bible study this week will be in person at the…
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FIRST FRIDAY MASS ALL-NIGHT ADORATION: 02 OCTOBER TO 03 OCTOBER
FIRST FRIDAY MASS & ALL-NIGHT ADORATION When: Friday 02 OCTOBER to 03 OCTOBER 7pm Mass followed by the All-night Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 3am: The Divine Mercy Chaplet 9am: Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio. Come and spend time with Our Lord. Please add your names to the sign-up sheet found on the…
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RCIA-Interested in becoming a Catholic or completing your Sacraments of Initiation?
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). If you know someone who would like to become a Catholic or has not done all the Sacraments of Initiation (Reconciliation, First Holy Eucharist & Confirmation), or wants to grow in their faith, please contact the parish office for more details.
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Sacramental Program 2026
2026 Sacramental Programs for School Aged Children Term 1: Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation (usually celebrated for children in Year 3 and older who have received the Sacrament of Baptism) Term 2/3: Sacrament of Confirmation (usually celebrated for children and youth in Year 5 and older who have received the Sacrament of the First Holy…
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God has given us the freedom to say ‘Yes’ or ‘No.’ Do we do so only intellectually or with a complete change of heart as well? It is easy to say ‘Yes’ in the morning of life but as life lays more challenges before us our ’Yes’ can easily turn into a ‘No.’ (Read More)
Jesus who associated himself with the lowly and at the same time laid bare the narrow mindset of the privileged. At the end of the day, it is by our works of love, outreach and care for the oppressed and disadvantaged that set us apart as his true disciples. (Read More)
The suffering of children shows why refugees matter and why we should continue to accompany them and to plead their cause. For human beings to live decently, not being killed or allowed to die is not enough. (Read More)
We live in the world in which people with status, power, success and wealth often dominate the headlines. (Read More)
People often ask why I keep returning to Vietnam each year. The answer is found not in the places I visit but in the people I meet. (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
There will be 7pm Mass followed by an All-Night Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be prayed at 3am. Adoration will finish at 9am on Saturday with Mass which will include the Novena to St. Padre Pio. We encourage all parishioners including families, to add your names to the sign-up sheets at the Welcome table.
Come and be blessed by God who wants to pour so many graces on us!