HomeSt. Benedict Shrine - St. Gertrude Parish is a Catholic parish located in Smithfield, New South Wales. Founded in 1949 when the Benedictine Fathers of Sri Lanka were invited by Cardinal Gilroy, Archbishop of Sydney, the parish has undergone changes in leadership, now served by the Pauline Fathers since 2004. The parish serves the community of Smithfield and its surrounding suburbs, focusing on nurturing faith development, celebrating God’s love in Word and Sacrament, and evangelizing through the joy of salvation. For more information about its community programs and specific ministries, contact the parish directly.
