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Churches, 1939

3,931 stories in Sydney's papers · page 55 of 197

Seamen's Sunday—April 30. at the Catholic Institute

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 26

The cultivation of the seamen's spiritual welfare and his admission to a temporary home life while ashore must be within the walls of a properly…

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Becomes a Catholic While Ministering to Fallen-away Catholics

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 37

Bombay.—During caste troubles that occurred at Trichinopoly a small body of Indian Catholics decided to leave the Church and subsequently engaged the…

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N.S.W. Catholic Debating Societies' Union. Press Correspondent

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 38

Mr. A. Roberts, 24 Glen Street, Marrickville, was elected as press correspondent at Council meeting and all reports are to be forwarded to him in…

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Catholic Young Men Meet Easter Week-End at Goulburn

The Catholic Press · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 15

A memorable event in the history of the Catholic Young Men's Society at Goulburn took place during the Easter week-end, when members of the society from…

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Catholic Evidence Guild. Lecture by Dr. Ryan, M.S.C.

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 30

The Rev. Dr. Ryan, M.S.C., has chosen "Revelation" for the second lecture to be given in St. Mary's Chapter Hall on Monday, April the 24th, at 8 p.m…

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"Joe" Lyons. a Memory. (To the Editor "Catholic Freeman's Journal.")

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 31

Sir,—It was at St. Patrick's Church, Sydney, on the eve of a big Church feast only a little time ago. The day had been very hot, and the night was not less so…

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Pastoral Letter on Catholic Action By the Archbishop of Sydney

The Catholic Press · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 13

His Grace the Archbishop of Sydney (Most Rev. M. Kelly. D.D.) has issued the following Pastoral Letter on Catholic Action (No. 5):…

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With the Catholic Scouts in New South Wales Presentation Day

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 30

The presentation of the Papal Banner and Archbishop's Pennant will take place on Sunday, May 7, at 3 p.m. As usual, the procession of all…

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Catholic Action. The Archbishop of Sydney's Pastoral Letter. No. 5

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 27

Our lately deceased Holy Father, of glorious memory, will now look from above upon our efforts in the cause of Catholic Action. We, as your Diocesan…

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Catholic Evidence Guild. Lecture by Rev. Dr. Ryan, M.S.C.

The Catholic Press · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 26

Rev. Dr. P. Ryan, M.S.C., has chosen "Revelation" for his second lecture in St. Mary's Cathedral Chapter Hall on Monday, 24th inst., at 8 p.m…

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Head of Greek Government Presides at Rally in Athens Catholic School

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 3

Athens.—The head of the Greek Government, General John Metaxas, honored with his presence a grand rally of the National Young Women's League…

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Death of Rev. Father M. Tansey His Grace Archbishop Gilroy's Impressive Tribute Great Loss Sustained by the Parish

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 22

News of the unexpected death of Rev. Father Michael Tansey, parish priest of Holy Innocents', Croydon, came as a great shock to his people and to the…

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The Catholic Man on the Land Those Old Maize Stalks. Largely Responsible for Carry-over of Disease

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 44

Maize growers may be reminded that the time is approaching for the burning of old maize stalks for the purpose of preventing the perpetuation of disease…

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Around The Catholic World Latest Notes and News. Peace, Motto of His Cardinalate, Is Aim of New Holy Father

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 12

Vatican City, March 7—(NC)—Just as it was in the reign of his predecessor. Peace is to be the aim of the Pontificate of His Holiness Pope Pius XII. The…

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SPORT N.S.W. Catholic Lawn Tennis Association. Organising Secretary: Theo. Keneally, No. 6 Flat, 15 Wellington-st., Bondi. 'Phone FW 6066

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 28

April 29.—Woollahra's Dance at Salon. May 6.—Annual Ball at Mark Foy's. May 20—Presentation of Trophies…

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Rev. Dr. Rumbles (M.s.c.) Question Box Through Wireless Station 2[?]M (Copyright Throughout Australia.) In Love With a Catholic. Enquirer, Sydney

Catholic Freeman's Journal · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 10

Though I am a Protestant, I am always interested in your talks on Sundays. I am happy to hear it. I would like you to say whether you consider…

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St. Stenhen's Church

Nepean Times · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 1

St. Stephen's parish Festival will be held on Thursday. 20th April, with a tea meeting from 6.30 p.m. and a concert at 8 p.m…

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Presbyterlin Church

Nepean Times · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 5

St. Marys-Rupertswood Presbyterian Church services for Anzac Sunday. 23rd inst., are:—Rupertswood 11.15. St. Marys 10, Rev. R. W. Wannan: Mt…

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Church of England

Nepean Times · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 5

At the evening service at St. Marys on Sunday next a talkie film, entitled, From Abraham to Allenby." will be shown, and should prove of…

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Great Church Builder. Ambitious Plan Completed

The Catholic Press · Thursday 20 April 1939 · page 22

One of the toughest problems of the Church authorities in to keep growing cities equipped with churches. It is a sign of virility, but it has its responsibilities…

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