On the afternoon of January 1, 2022, just as we were all looking towards the new year and wondering what might lie head, Wanaque and Ringwood lost power, and suffered a blackout that lasted several hours. 

Despite the darkness, Father Martin Bradtke lead 5:30 Mass by candlelight. 

Rather than be deterred, our clergy went forward, and our beautiful church looked even more amazing by candlelight! The whole vision was a reminder that – even though we've been through an incredibly difficult few years, certainly we've made it through tougher obstacles in the past, and we will continue to push forward. 

Thank you to Father Martin for being a beacon in the darkness!