About Us
Our Parish
The Rock Catholic Parish is part of
the Diocese of Wagga Wagga.
An historical plaque records: A timber church was built on land donated at this site in 1895 and its first priest was Fr Hanrahan. It moved 4" off its footings in a wind storm, but was stabilised until replaced by a brick building. Tenders in 1930 called for brick and tile, de-specified to a tin roof to save cost.
Built by H G Webb. Dedicated by Bishop Dwyer of Wagga Wagga. This building is listed in the Australian Institute of Architects Register. Restoration was aided by Lockhard Shire Council heritage grants.
Foundation stone records:
This stone - was laid by - The Right Rev Joseph Wilfrid - Dwyer DD - Bishop of Wagga Wagga
6th September. 1931.
For information about our other two churches in the parish click here for St Michael’s & St Ignatius.
St Mary’s
St Mary’s Catholic Church The Rock
St Mary’s Church The Rock
Parish Priest
Rev Justin Darlow.
Father Darlow was ordained to the priesthood on 8 December 2009.
He is our Parish Priest and is currently completing a Doctorate in Theology (Specialisation History of the Church).
Father Darlow is also lecturing part time at Vianney Collage in Wagga Wagga
See below info about “Consider the Crows”
written by Fr Justin Darlow
To get the Book
Consider the Crows.
By Father Justin Darlow
Order from the parish office by using the form below or purchase online below.
