“God’s blessing, given from the beginning, is our fortune and protection.” These words resonate as we stand before St Therese Catholic Church. This church is more than just a building. It is a vibrant family of God.
St Therese is a welcoming home. It is a community of the faithful. It is a Eucharistic community suited for the celebration of the Eucharist.
The parish is not just a structure. It is not merely a territory. St Therese is a fellowship afire with unifying Spirit.
An evangelising community knows the Lord took the initiative. He loved us first. This love permeates every corner of St Therese Catholic Church.
This community gets involved in people’s daily lives. It acts through both word and deed. The members of St Therese are always concerned with bearing fruit. They know the Lord wants them to be fruitful.
Joy fills this evangelising community. It knows how to rejoice always. You can feel the joy as you approach St Therese.
St Therese Catholic Church offers several opportunities for worship. Saturday Vigil Mass is at 5:00pm in English. A Spanish Mass follows at 6:30pm. Sunday Masses are at 8:30am and 5:00pm.
The 10:00am Sunday Mass is also livestreamed. Mass in Italian is on the second Sunday of each month. It begins at 11:30am. A Filipino Mass is on the fourth Sunday of each month at noon.
Weekday Masses are also available. Monday Mass is at 8:00am. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, there is also a service. Wednesday features a 7:00pm Mass and Novena. It is in English and livestreamed. Friday Mass is at 8:00am.
Reconciliation is an important part of the church’s ministry. Confession is available on Saturdays from 4:00pm to 4:45pm.
The parish includes St Therese Catholic Primary School. The school’s motto is “Love and Courage”. It calls the community to place faith in God. It is the foundation of the welcoming school community.
The school strives for excellence in education. It fosters a love of lifelong learning. Individual programs stimulate and support student learning. Intervention programs help develop student skills. This allows them to participate in a rapidly changing world.
STEM activities are available. They utilise digital technologies. Students develop their understanding based on evidence and reason. These skills help them develop innovative solutions. They respond to questions and situations relevant to personal, social, and environmental issues.
St Therese Catholic Primary School works with the local parish. They gift children with the message that each one is unique. They want them to know they are special. They are loved by their parents. They are cared for by their community. They are loved by God.
As you leave St Therese Catholic Church remember you are part of God’s family. Embrace the love and courage that defines this community. Carry the spirit of joy and service with you always.