Dear friends,

Recognising the extraordinary circumstances arising from pandemic COVID-19, public Mass has been suspended until further notice at St Francis, Paddington. During this time, the St Francis Choir will be in recess. We will continue to monitor the situation and liaise with Fr Paul and the Franciscan Friars, and will advise on our website when we are able to return.

For more information on how you can do your part to reduce the spread of the new virus, we suggest you visit reliable government websites, such as the NSW Health Coronavirus page.

During this time we are confident our parish community will continue to support one another and everyone who is ‘our neighbour’. We can do this by practicing physical distancing and hand hygiene, and remembering to check in over the phone or use electronic media to communicate with those who may be lonely or isolated, offering practical assistance where needed.

As Pope Francis recently asked, please also “keep praying together for the ill, their relatives, for parents with children at home” and for authorities and those having to make difficult decisions during this time.

Pax et bonum,

The St Francis Choir