Members, guests and community leaders gathered to celebrate Campbelltown Catholic Club’s 60th Annual Mass and Communion Luncheon on Sunday 26 July, reflecting on the values of faith, service and belonging that continue to unite our community.
Beginning with Mass at St Thomas More Catholic Church and followed by a luncheon at The Cube, the event brought together long term members, Life Members, Foundation Members, past and present Directors, community representatives and invited guests. Among those in attendance were Reverend Bernard Gordon, representing Bishop Brian Mascord, and Campbelltown Mayor Darcy Lound, whose presence reflected the strong connections between the Club, the Catholic community and the wider Macarthur region.
The annual gathering honours the vision of the Club’s founders and celebrates the role Campbelltown Catholic Club continues to play in supporting Catholic education, sport, culture and community wellbeing across the Macarthur region. Today, the Club contributes more than $1 million annually to local schools, sporting clubs and community organisations, continuing a legacy of community support that spans generations.
A highlight of the afternoon was a panel discussion featuring Directors David McDonald, Julie Puckrin and Michelle McKinnon, who shared their personal connections to the Club through their fathers’ involvement as past Directors. Their conversation explored what it means to serve as a Director today, the importance of giving back to the community and the unique sense of belonging the Club has fostered for generations of members and families. For many in the room, it was a reminder that the Club is more than a place. It is a community built on shared values, relationships and a commitment to supporting others.
Guests were then inspired by special guest speaker Bridget Sakr, founder of Heartfelt, who shared her powerful story of faith, resilience and finding purpose through tragedy. Her message resonated deeply with attendees, reminding us of the strength that can be found through community, compassion and human connection.
As the Club looks to the future, the Annual Mass and Communion Luncheon remains an opportunity to celebrate not only our history, but also the people who make our community what it is today. It is a reminder that while much has changed over the past six decades, the sense of belonging that has always defined Campbelltown Catholic Club remains as important as ever.
