News & Events

St John’s Parish Centenary Book

Irish relations of a past Parish Priest Fr Tom O’Byrne, approached the office this week. Fr David shared the Centenary Book with them and Fr Tom O’Byrne was pictured in the booklet.

The family were delighted!!

To view the Centenary Book please click here

On 12 May 1906, the foundation stone of the Roman Catholic Church, Mullumbimby was laid by Bishop Doyle.

Next Tuesday celebrates the 120th Anniversary of this event.

Mother’s Day – Sunday 10 May

Lord Jesus, we thank You for the gift of mothers, who nurture our faith and guide us with love.

May their hearts be filled with joy and strength as they fulfill their sacred calling.

Bless them with Your grace, and let them feel our appreciation for their sacrifices and unwavering devotion.

Amen

Sacrament of Confirmation

To Parishioners who desire their children to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on 1 July 2026 in the St John’s Parish, please contact the Parish office (Charmaine) by 1 June 2026 on 02 6684 2106 or email [email protected].

Sacramental Program – St John’s Parish 2026

Parent Information night: 10 February Tuesday 6pm, St John’s Church

First Reconciliation: Term 1 Year 4

Practice: Thursday 19 March at 4pm. O.L.O.L. Church, Brunswick Heads
Sacrament: Thursday 19 March at 4.30pm. O.L.O.L. Church, Brunswick Heads

Confirmation: Term 2 Year 3

Practice: Thursday 25 June at 4pm. St John’s Church, Mullumbimby
Sacrament: Wednesday 1 July at 5pm. St John’s Church, Mullumbimby

First Holy Communion: Term 3 Year 4

Practice: Thursday 3 Sept at 4pm, O.L.O.L. Church, Brunswick Heads
Sacrament: Sunday 6 Sept at 8am, St John’s Church, Mullumbimby

Please pray for the children of St John’s Parish preparing to receive these Sacraments; that Jesus may continue to be a loving presence in their lives.