On June 15^th, members of the Park Avenue Catholic community gathered with locals to remember and give thanks for the 100 years since the land was purchased to build Our Lady of the Lourdes Church in Marlborough.

The closing ceremony was officiated by our Parish Priest, Fr Marcel Kujur in the presence of our Vicar General, Fr Bryan Hanifin.  On conclusion of the Litany of Farwell, members and local residents joined with Fr Bryan and Fr Marcel to enjoy a morning tea and an opportunity to reflect on the wonderful past of members of the Marlborough faith community.  Some local people reflected on many services, baptisms, marriages, confirmations and celebrations which were held in the Church over many years and the number of visiting priests from Park Avenue Parish who celebrated Mass with them once a month.

The Church has been purchased by Livingstone Shire Council and the locals are hoping that the building can be used for a youth arts gallery which will complement the heritage museum across the road.

Kevin Hogan

Parish Manager

Park Avenue