Parishioners from the Newman Cluster:  Christ the King, Our Lady of the Assumption, Maryvale, and St Margaret Mary, came together on 9 October, the Feast of St John Henry Newman, to celebrate their annual Cluster Feast Day Mass at Maryvale.

The Mass, offered in thanksgiving for the forthcoming proclamation of Newman as a Doctor of the Church, was celebrated by Fr Simon Ellis, who reflected in his homily on Newman’s deep faith, his connection to Maryvale, and his enduring influence on Catholics across the world.

Fr Simon reminded those gathered that Newman described the presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament as “an incomprehensible blessing,” and he drew on Newman’s writings to inspire a renewed sense of unity and mission among the faithful.

Read homily in full

Following Mass, parishioners gathered in the hall to continue their celebration, a joyful expression of faith and community in honour of their patron.

The announcement of Newman’s forthcoming recognition as a Doctor of the Church has been met with great joy across the Archdiocese. A range of reflections, articles, and resources exploring Newman’s life and legacy can be found at:

St John Henry Newman: Doctor of the Church