St. Patrick's Parish Pakenham

24/09/2026

Healing Mass tonight with Fr Edgar Boglosa PACEM Celebrant

29/08/2026

Dear Friends in Christ,
On 30 August 2026, the Catholic Church observes Social Justice Sunday. In a tradition dating back to 1940, this day is marked by prayer, reflection, and action in response to the social issues affecting communities across Australia.
This year, we are invited to reflect on how we can become agents of reconciliation, understanding, and peace amid the divisions of our contemporary world. Our reflection is guided by the 2026 Social Justice Statement, Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division, released by the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference.
We are all aware of the tensions that exist between peoples throughout the world and within our own nation. As Christians, we are called to witness to a different way of living: a way of peace, compassion, and hope. Our model is Jesus Christ, whose presence continues to encourage and strengthen the hearts of the faithful.
The Gospel this weekend reminds us that the Christian life is informed by the Cross. There are times when our collective cross is heavy to bear. Together, however, we can shoulder the cross of social division, confident that through prayer, respectful dialogue, and a genuine commitment to understanding one another, a new way of being can emerge for our society.
The statement Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division is both timely and challenging. I warmly commend it to you and encourage you to take the opportunity to read, reflect upon, and discuss its message within your families, communities, and parishes.
Bishop Greg Bennet See less

Message from Bishop Greg Bennet for Social Justice Sunday

Dear Friends in Christ,

On 30 August 2026, the Catholic Church observes Social Justice Sunday. In a tradition dating back to 1940, this day is marked by prayer, reflection, and action in response to the social issues affecting communities across Australia.

This year, we are invited to reflect on how we can become agents of reconciliation, understanding, and peace amid the divisions of our contemporary world. Our reflection is guided by the 2026 Social Justice Statement, Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division, released by the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference.

We are all aware of the tensions that exist between peoples throughout the world and within our own nation. As Christians, we are called to witness to a different way of living: a way of peace, compassion, and hope. Our model is Jesus Christ, whose presence continues to encourage and strengthen the hearts of the faithful.

The Gospel this weekend reminds us that the Christian life is informed by the Cross. There are times when our collective cross is heavy to bear. Together, however, we can shoulder the cross of social division, confident that through prayer, respectful dialogue, and a genuine commitment to understanding one another, a new way of being can emerge for our society.

The statement Living the Gospel in Times of Social Division is both timely and challenging. I warmly commend it to you and encourage you to take the opportunity to read, reflect upon, and discuss its message within your families, communities, and parishes.

Bishop Greg Bennet

21/07/2026

🌹 Join us in prayer.
Experience the devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe with Mass, Adoration, and Mary's Mantle on 31 July 2026, starting 9.30am. Everyone is welcome.

07/07/2026

Come join us tonight for a Healing Service with Fr Antony Parankimalil VC

30/06/2026

Come join St Patrick's Servant Community for an evening of Praise and Worship.

27/05/2026

Today, we give thanks as Fr Jeff celebrates 20 blessed years of faithful service to God and His people.
The Parish Community of St Patrick’s Parish Pakenham, warmly congratulates Fr Jeff on his 20th Ordination Anniversary and thank him for his dedication, guidance, and care for our parish community.
May God continue to bless him abundantly with good health, joy, strength, and happiness in the years ahead as he continues his faithful ministry.

27/04/2026

Please come join us in prayer and worship. ✝️

03/04/2026

Despite the wet weather, we had a fantastic turnout from our parish community! 🌧️✨
A heartfelt well done to our wonderful youth and all the organisers for their hard work and committment in making this event so meaningful.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in prayer. 💜

30/03/2026

Please join St Patrick's Parish and pray the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy Novena beginning on Good Friday, immediately after the Stations of the Cross. 🙏

18/03/2026

Our Holy Week Mass schedule is now available—we warmly invite all parishioners to join us during this sacred time. ✝️🙏

A gentle reminder that our Parish Reconciliation will be held this Friday, 20th March at 7.30pm. Take this time to pause, reflect, and renew your spirit.