Catholic Outlook August 2016

Way of Mercy Gathering
& Commissioning Mass
ST PATRICK’S CATHEDRAL, SATURDAY 2 JULY 2016
Excerpts from the homily given by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv for Mass with Commissioning of Way of Mercy
Representatives. Photos by Art in Images. To read the Bishop's homily in full, visit parracatholic.org/bishop/
'Being the face of a merciful God and
a merciful church is not something
reserved to the elite or the extraordinary.
It is an integral part of our Christian life
and mission.'
'Through the lens of mercy, we learn to be a missionary and inclusive Church – a Church
that reaches out to those who struggle and fall short of the Christian ideal; a Church
that does not demean or marginalise people on account of their sexual orientation, their
marital status or their life circumstances.'
The Way of Mercy: How do I get involved?
Parishes, schools and movements in the Diocese of Parramatta are encouraged to experience the love and mercy of God.
Here are some of the ways in which you can be involved in the Way of Mercy.
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Be a Mercy
Representative:
help animate
and link people
to the Way of
Mercy from
your local
community.
Offer areas
of giftedness
and support
with your
community (eg
prayer ministry,
testimonial,
catechesis).
Identify a Face
of Mercy you
offer to the
wider society in
and through your
community.
Join the Travelling
Mercy Team:
accompanying the
Cross of Mercy and
Relics during the
journey, providing
logistical and prayerful
support.
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Be part of the
Catechesis and
Support Team:
offering support
to communities
seeking formation
during the Way of
Mercy.
For more information please contact the Pastoral Planning Office tel (02) 8838 3460,
pastoralplanning@parra.catholic.org.au or visit mercyhasaface.org.au