A place of faith, community & welcome
MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm
Sunday: 9:00am & 6:00pm
Monday: Nil
Tuesday: 7:30am
Wednesday: 9:00am
Thursday: 7:30am
Friday: 7:30am
Saturday: 9:00am
RECONCILIATION
Saturday: 4.45pm - 5.15pm
Holy Cross Church is blessed with a beautiful marble statue of Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint. A symbol of youthful faith and devotion, his presence offers inspiration and hope to all who visit.
We warmly invite you to come and see this special statue in person.
OFFER A MASS
A beautiful way to remember someone dear is to OFFER A MASS and keep them in your prayers.
RECENT EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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Archbishop’s visit to Holy Cross
Sunday, 6th December 2026
10:00am Holy Mass
With deep gratitude and heartfelt joy, I am delighted to announce that His Grace, Anthony Fisher, Archbishop of Sydney, will visit Holy Cross Parish on Sunday, 6 December 2026.
On this special occasion, His Grace will celebrate the 10:00 am Holy Mass with our community, as we mark the 120th anniversary of the canonical institution of our parish.
This will be a moment of great grace for our parish family, an opportunity to gather in unity, renew our faith, and give thanks for the many blessings the Lord continues to pour upon Holy Cross.
Please mark the date in your calendars and join us for this joyful celebration.
Fr Mirko Integlia
Fr Mirko Integlia
Nice to Meet You!
‘How is he?’, parishioners ask when a new priest is appointed as leader of the community.
‘How is Fr Mirko? What is his vision, his style, his priorities?’
This is not an easy question, partly because the answer depends on the specific situation of the community to which the priest is sent. Consequently, it is an answer that must be built together with the community.
On the other hand, there are certain aspects that reflect my personal style, and I would like to share a bit about this, by commenting on three photos.
My hometown is Presenzano, just outside Naples in southern Italy; it is a rural area known for its farms. My mum, Edda, passed away from breast cancer when she was 47, and my dad, Giacomo, died at 67 after falling from a tree. I’ve got one older brother, Giuseppe, and a sister, Teresa, along with my younger brother Vladimiro who is visiting Australia in March for 10 days and I am so happy for that.
In this small town, with fewer than 2,000 people, my soul was shaped by the spirit of family — by sharing, togetherness, and caring for one another.
Please don’t treat me like I’m an outsider or an ‘authority’. I’m coming to you as someone you have known for ages — like a father, a brother, an uncle, or a close friend. I’m coming to you with an open heart and a cup of coffee, just to spend a bit of time together.
I love singing. I truly believe in a community that is filled with the joy of music. St. John Bosco used to say, ‘A Church without music is a body without a soul.’ I dream of a Church that feels like the waiting room of eternity, all because of music.
Teaching is in my heart; I have been teaching even before I became a priest. Education is the key to my heart. As you know, I teach Philosophy at the Catholic University of Australia, and I want our parish to feel like a home for my students, too. I’m also committed to working closely with our school—I really want to be there for the staff, students, and their families. I am here for them, and they can reach out to me for anything they need.
There are other things that are close to my heart, like caring for those who are lonely or sick, but we will get to know each other better over time!
Finally, I want to introduce Samson, my 11 months old Bernese Mountain dog. I have always loved dogs, and Samson is a special dog, sweet and intelligent. He is a good friend who loves humans.
My friends, I cannot wait to start. What about you? If you are, ‘put your seat belt on!!!’.
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Event space – The Crypt
Looking for a unique spot to bring people together?
Our Community Space (lovingly called the Crypt or Catacombs) is available for hire and perfect for all kinds of gatherings – whether you’re celebrating a baptism, remembering a loved one with a wake, or hosting a community get-together.
With space for up to 150 standing guests or 50-70 seated, it’s a flexible venue full of character. Plus, we can also provide catering to make your event even easier to plan.
