We got the news that our beloved priests are getting moved overseas. Please help us fight for them to stay and keep the parish we love with them being in it.

To Abbot Father Hadi Mahfouz,
We, the undersigned Parishioners of the Maronite community of St
Nemetallah Al-Hardini Maronite Church, Appin NSW, respectfully and
urgently request that our devoted priests, Father Peter Diab and Father
Boulos Melhem, remain in their current ministry with us.
Their presence is not only a blessing to our parish, but a vital part of our
spiritual and communal well-being. Through their leadership, compassion,
and unwavering dedication, they have fostered a strong, united, and
deeply faithful congregation. They have supported us in our times of joy
and sorrow, and have guided us with integrity, wisdom, and love.
Relocation of them overseas or otherwise would leave a signifcant void in 
our parish. Their pastoral care, connection with the community and their
ability to inspire people of all ages is irreplaceable. Their work here is not
done, and we believe they are needed now more than ever.
We understand the needs of the broader Church, but we ask that you
please consider the impact such a decision would have on the people they
currently serve. We ask, humbly and with great sincerity, that they be
allowed to continue their mission here with us.
With heartfelt gratitude and prayer.