Archbishop John Wilson issues Pastoral Letter on the Feast of the Holy Family 2025
In a Pastoral Letter issued on the Feast of the Holy Family, Archbishop John said the “Holy Family reminds us that mission begins in the heart, and in the home”.
Speaking directly to families, Archbishop John said:
“Thank you to parents, grandparents, extended family, and carers, for your patience and quiet sacrifices that bring the truths of the Holy Family to life.
“Thank you for your efforts to hand on our beautiful Catholic faith to your children. Thank you, too, to our young people for your witness. None of us should ever be ashamed of the Gospel.
“Christ never diminishes life, but enlarges it. Those who entrust themselves to him are never disappointed.”
The Pastoral Letter for the Solemnity of the Holy Family was issued by Archbishop John Wilson to be read at all Masses on Saturday/Sunday, 27/28 December 2025.