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Catholic Parish of Flat Bush

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PARISH GROUPS & COMMITTEES

Parish team

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Fr Craig Dunford

Parish Priest

Hi everyone,

I was appointed Parish Priest of St Luke’s in 2017 and was privileged to be a part of the design and building of the beautiful church we are now enjoying. Prior to coming to St Luke’s, I was Parish Priest of St Mary’s in Northcote for over 13 years, and Assistant Priest at St Patrick’s cathedral for over 3 years after my ordination in 2002. The parish I grew up in was Holy Cross in Henderson where I attended the local catholic primary school before going on to Liston college. I am one of four, all my family live in Auckland and I am the proud uncle of 6 nieces and nephews. I enjoy cooking and gardening when I get time.

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Fr Daniel Kulangara

Assistant Priest

Hi, St Luke's Family, Namasthe!

My name is Daniel, Assistant Priest arrived to St Luke's Parish in January 2023.
I am a Syro Malankara Catholic Priest from the Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum in the Syro Malankara Catholic Church Kerala, India. Prior to coming to St. Luke’s, I had the privilege to serve in India and in the United Kingdom in the various Apostolates, assigned by the Mother Church. I joined the Priestly formation in the year 1982 and completed Theological studies from St. Joseph’s Seminary Mangalore, Karnataka. I was ordained in the Year 1993 and will celebrate 30 Years in Priesthood in March 2023. I was born in Thekkuthodu where I did my Primary and Secondary Education. I have two sisters and two brothers elder to me who live in Kerala. I enjoy reading books, cooking, visiting places and people.

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Celia Hunkin

Parish Administrator

Talofa!

My name is Celia and I am of Samoan descent, a kiwi born and raised in South Auckland. I have a son who attends Sancta Maria Catholic Primary School and my family of 3 (hubby, son & I) are devoted parishioners of our St Lukes, Flatbush Community.
In 2021, I decided to take the plunge and take a step back from full time work in seek for a more family life / work balance where I would use my passion for admin coordination to help serve our parish whilst providing more flexibility for my young family. I have a caring nature for people and combined with my flair as an admin all-rounder, I really enjoy working in the Parish Office.
As the Parish Administrator, I have found a true sense of belonging here at St Lukes and I extend an invite to you all to join and grow your faith belonging too. May God continue to Bless us all.

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Nicholas Chan

Pastoral Coordinator

Apa Khabar!

Nick here. I was born in Malaysia. I have an IT background and have been working here since 2019. Please come to see me if you have any enquires about Baptism Preparation, Sacramental Programme and Music. 

Joseph Pham

Joseph Pham

Parish Assistant

Kia ora... Xin chào!

My name is Joseph. I originally come from Vietnam. I am the only youngest boy with three older sisters. I have Finance and Business background and recently finished a Theology degree. I love playing badminton and outdoors like swimming, bush walks, camping and hiking. I have been working here as the Parish Assistant since June 2021. I look after St Luke's Youth, Young Adults, Alpha, Cultural groups, Social media, and Database system. Look forward to seeing you around!

Parish Groups

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Youth
Youth Night - last Friday of the month

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Young Adults

Live christ share christ

Live Christ, Share Christ

Mary visits Luke Family Rosary

Mary visits Luke

maryvisitsluke@gmail.com

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Altar Servers

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Choirs

13 choir groups

Legion ofMary

Legion of Mary

Tuesday 7pm

St Luke's Cultural Communities
“Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations.” (Mt 28:19)

Please click to names below to contact St. Luke's community leaders

Samoan Community

Trish Toilolo
Leanne Brighouse 

Filipino Community

Harold Balicao
Omar Tamayo

Tongan Community

Alo Puleanga 
Sioeli Vaiangaina

Chinese Community

David Wu 
Jauqueline Lee

Indian Community

Jose Paul 
David Singh

Kiwi & Others

Michelle Cammell 
Doreen Wakefield

Parish Council

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Wayne Cammell (Chairperson)

 

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Thomas Pereira

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Harold Balicao

Arlene Pereira

Arlene Pereira

Josephine Nickle

Josephine Nickel

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Celia Hunkin

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Fr Craig Dunford

Liturgy Committee

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Thomas Pereira

(Chairperson)

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Alzira Rodrigues

 

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Cherrie Lapaz

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Shaad Andre Kirmani

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Cora Noblejas

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 Patricia Smith

Errol Aviet

Errol Aviet

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Joval Moredo

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Celia Hunkin

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Fr Craig Dunford

Finance Committee

Lydia Lobo

Lydia Lobo

 

Tony Noronha

Tony Noronha

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Mike Pope

Utita Sakalia

Utita Sakalia

Nicola Crestanello

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Fr Craig Dunford (Chairperson)

Fundraising Committee

Claire Raubenheimer 1

Claire Raubenheimer

Gloria

Gloria Trevino

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Christina Meyers

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Justin Dickson

Bong De Vera

Bong De Vera

Allan Stowers

Allan Stowers

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Fr Craig Dunford

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Celia Hunkin

Leanne Brighouse 2

Leanne Brighouse

 

 

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