Welcome

Welcome to your parish of Mother of Mercy.  We are endeavouring to be a welcoming, Christ-centred community.  Our focus is to provide opportunities to all to encounter, and be transformed by, Jesus and continually share this with others.  We want to create a culture of authentic engagement and service where all belong and are connected.  We look forward to meeting you soon.
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Our Mission

To co-create a welcoming community where all can encounter and be transformed by Christ,
realise their call to discipleship,
be empowered to serve,
and attract new disciples.

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Coming Events

16th February
Morning tea after 9.30am Mass (OLHC)
Lectio Divina 11am
Board Games Social Event 2.30pm

18th February
Prayer Engine resumes 1pm OLHC

7th March
World Day of Prayer Service 10am OLHC

5th April
100 Year Anniversary of St Agatha's Church
11am Mass followed by light lunch

Community News

MEMORIAL SERVICE - ST JOHN’S CHURCH - 28 FEBRUARY
On 1 and 4 March 1942 in the vicinity of Java, Indonesia HMAS Perth, HMAS Yarra and HMS Anking were sunk in battle with the
Japanese Navy. Hundreds died from those ships, including 61 Queensland sailors who are commemorated on the Honour Board at St John’s War Memorial Church, Northgate.

At this anniversary time, a short memorial service will take place
at the start of the 9.00am Mass at St. John’s on Friday 28 February
2025. There will be Morning tea and pictorial display following
Mass. All very welcome.

St. John’s Church the only civilian church in Australia that is an official war memorial to the Royal Australian Navy. It is also Heritage Listed.
BOARD GAMES SOCIAL EVENT
You are invited to join a group of parishioners who will meet at the MoM parish centre at 2.30pm on Sunday 16 February to play games such as Balderdash/Pictionary/Articulate and depending on interest possibly even some cards. BYO drinks & optional snacks to share. No need to rsvp. If you have questions ask Lynn / Dave / Ash / Kathleen / Louise
​MOTHER OF MERCY PARISH PRAYER ENGINE
This prayer group prays for the intentions of the parish and the personal intentions of parishioners. Prayer intentions can be place in the special baskets at each of the churches and Parish Office. The Prayer Engine will meet at OLHC Church, Hendra every Tuesday, from 1:00-2:15pm. All are welcome to join in prayer! 
PRAYER SUPPORT
Sunday 16 February - A team of volunteers will be available to pray for the individual needs of parishioners following the 9.30am Mass at Hendra. Everything shared with the prayer team will remain confidential.
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS SCHOOL - ENROL NOW
Our Lady Help of Christians School is a Prep - Year 6 primary school. We are currently accepting enrolment applications for 2026 and beyond.  We encourage you to visit our website www.olhchendra.qld.edu.au to catch a glimpse of life and learning at Our Lady Help of Christians and enrol online.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Mother of Mercy Parish acknowledge the Turrbal People who are the Traditional Custodians of this land. We pay respect to the Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People present.