Parish Rule of Life

Living a Life That Glorifies God:

Introducing Our Parish Rule of Life:

“God is love.” – 1 John 4:16

Have you ever wondered what it might look like to live every part of your life – your words, your work, your rest, even your relationships – in a way that glorifies God? As a parish community, we now have a shared vision for this: our Parish Rule of Life.


This isn’t a set of rigid rules or a spiritual to-do list. It’s more like a trellis in a garden: a structure that supports us as we grow together in faith, hope, and love. Rooted in Scripture and the rich tradition of the Church, the Rule of Life is our way of saying “yes” to Christ in every part of our daily lives.

Prayer – The Heartbeat of Our Community

We begin with prayer. Without it, we can do nothing (John 15:5). The Rule invites us to a life steeped in prayer:

  • Daily personal prayer, including Holy Hours before the Blessed Sacrament
  • Scripture reading and spiritual reading
  • Morning and Evening Prayer (Liturgy of the Hours)
  • Frequent reception of the Sacraments, especially Mass and Confession
  • Devotion to the Holy Spirit and to Our Lady, particularly through the Rosary

Sacramental Life – At the Centre

At the heart of our faith is Christ, truly present in the Sacraments. The Rule calls us to build our lives around the Eucharist, and to receive all seven Sacraments with reverence and joy. They are the “masterworks of God” – not just symbols, but powerful encounters with grace.

Community – A Family Rooted in Christ

Our Parish is more than a gathering place. It is a family, a mission school, a house of prayer. Like the first Christians in Acts 2:42, we commit to:

  • Living and praying together
  • Supporting one another with love
  • Welcoming all who seek Christ
  • Trusting each other in the bonds of Christian fellowship

Hospitality – Christ in the Stranger

“Receive others as if you are receiving Christ himself.” That’s not just poetic – it’s our call. From preparing a cup of tea to inviting someone to church, hospitality is a holy act. Each guest is a gift. Each stranger is a chance to love.

Discipleship – Growing and Guiding

We don’t walk alone. Discipleship is how we accompany one another in faith, modelled on Jesus’s own way of forming the twelve. It starts with a smile, a chat, an invitation – and grows into mentoring, prayer partnerships, and deep spiritual friendships.

We follow the six "C"s of discipleship:

  1. Contact – Reach out
  2. Connect – Build relationship
  3. Care – Show love
  4. Challenge – Encourage growth
  5. Commit – Walk together in faith
  6. Co-labour – Send others to do the same

Simplicity, Stewardship & Service

Whether it's how we use our phones, care for our bodies, speak to others, or steward parish finances – we’re reminded to glorify God in everything. That includes:

  • Speaking kindly and truthfully
  • Rejoicing in physical health and rest
  • Living simply and sustainably
  • Giving generously
  • Serving faithfully – from setting up chairs to leading a Bible study

Humility, Forgiveness, and Love

The Rule encourages us to live the Gospel in real, daily moments – forgiving, reconciling, speaking with honesty, and loving even when it’s hard. It’s a reminder that Christian life isn’t perfect – but it is full of grace.

Why Now?

Because the world needs light. And God has chosen us – our parish family – to be that light in our community. This Rule gives us a common language, a shared heartbeat, and a clear mission.

Ready to Start?

You don’t need to be perfect to live this Rule. You just need to be willing. It’s for all of us – young and old, newcomers and lifelong parishioners. It's an invitation to deeper holiness, greater joy, and a life fully alive in Christ.


Let’s walk this path together.

A copy of the full Rule of Life is available here. If you'd like to talk more about how to live the Rule, speak to a member of the ministry team.

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