Habemus Papam (we have a Pope) Pope Leo XVI
On May 8th, 2025, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, O.S.A., of the United States and Peru, was elected the 267th pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo was born September 14, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Before his election as pope, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost served as the Bishop of Chiclayo, Peru, and briefly as Apostolic Administrator of Callao. A member of the Order of Saint Augustine (O.S.A.), he brings to the papacy decades of experience in missionary service, especially among the poor and needy. He has been a vocal advocate for ecclesial reform and deeper dialogue within the global Church. His prior roles include serving as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops from 2023 to 2025, where he played a key role in shaping episcopal leadership worldwide. Earlier, he was Prior General of the Augustinians (2001-2013), and before becoming a bishop, he worked in Peru as a seminary professor, judicial vicar, parish pastor, and diocesan official.
He was elevated to the College of Cardinals by Pope Francis on September 30, 2023.
We thank God for giving us a new Shepherd to lead His Church. So we as Catholics pray for our new Pope that he be constantly inspired by the Holy Spirit and we pledge our obedience to him. God Bless the Pope.
The Weekend eBulletin
Click here to download the eBulletin for 4th Sunday of Easter, Year C.
Next week we will welcome Fr Andrew Chen OMI, Australian Oblate Provincial, Frs Eric and Daniel who will be visiting us from Melbourne. Please make them feel welcomed.
Urgent Cook Required
The Presbytery is urgently seeking a weekday cook to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays to prepare a midday meal. You may be required to work on a Sunday but only as a backup.
Duties Include: Preparing two healthy midday meals on each day, setting up and cleaning of dining and kitchen areas, ensuring food in fridge and pantry is checked regularly. Must also be able to cook a variety of dishes and prepare a monthly meal plan and be able to cook for larger numbers when required.
If you would like further information, please contact the office via email parishmanager@fremantlestpatricks.org.au.
Our Lady of Fatima
Nine-day Novena in honour of Our Lady of Fatima will commence on Sunday 4 May with Rosary at 4.30pm followed by Mass at 5pm.
The Novena will then continue as follows: –
Sunday 11 May: Rosary a t4.30pm followed by Mass at 5pm
Monday 12 May: Rosary at 11.30am, Angelus and Mass
The Feast Day Mass will be held on Tuesday 13 May at 6pm followed by night procession through the Basilica and School Grounds. This years Concelebrated Mass will be led by Fr Andrew Chen OMI, Australian Oblate Provincial. All welcome to come and honour Our Lady of Fatima.
Parish Morning Tea
The next Parish Morning Tea will be held on Sunday 18 May after the 8amMass in the Presbytery carport. All Welcome.
The Parish Alpha Program
Will be launched in the parish on Wednesday 18 June at 6.30pm in the Parish Centre and continue for10weeks. More information on the noticeboards.
Over the next few weekends, a member from the Alpha Team will speak at Masses. The Alpha Team consists of Shereen Banner, Terence Pestana, Maria Gorman, Sonia La Macchia, Maria Mattarocchia, Marietta Damos, Trevanna Cooper and Yulia Burns. Please register your interest with either one of the team members or the parishoffice.
MAMI Appeal
Thank you all in advance for your welcome and generosity. Your partnership with us a part of the Oblate family is very important. We welcome your continued prayers, interest in our mission and ministry and your help with answering the needs of those in the world who are in greatest need. If you would like to become a member of MAMI please contact Kartika in the MAMI Office in Melbourne to register. You can use email: mami@oblates.com.au or ring: (03) 98058821. If you would like to make an online donation, please use the QRcode.
Project Compassion Donations
Please return your Project Compassion Donations asap via the collection plate at Masses or the Parish Office. Thank You.
Jubilee Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope
The indulgence, a priceless gift of divine mercy, is one of the special signs of the Jubilee Year. The conditions for obtaining a Jubilee Indulgence are:
- Pilgrimage to any of the designated Churches and Shrines
- St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth
- The Basilica of St Patrick, Fremantle
- St John Paul II Church, Banksia Grove
- Schoenstatt Shrine, Mount Richon
- Carmelite Monastery, Dalkeith
- Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Celebration of the Eucharist
- Profession of Faith
- Prayers for the intentions of the Holy Father
Those unable to make a pilgrimage due to age, health, caregiving you can obtain an indulgence, under the usual conditions by reciting the Our father, making a profession of faith and offering prayers from their homes, hospitals and nursing homes while offering up their own suffering.
Basilica Carpark
The Basilica grounds are open at 7am to 7.30pm Mon to Sunday. Any cars that are parked in the grounds after lockup will need to be collected the following morning. Parking in the Basilica grounds is at your own risk.
Safeguarding Requirements in the Parish
The Church Sacristy: Reminder that the Church Sacristy is only to be used by the Priests, Acolytes and Church Staff. Parishioners are not to enter the Sacristy. The toilet located in the Sacristy is for the use of the Priests only it is not a public toilet.
Safeguarding of our children in the Parish
The Archdiocesan Safeguarding Project was started in 2016 by Archbishop Timothy Costello SDB with the aim of providing a safe and secure environment for all its members, leaders and especially children and vulnerable adults. The parish of St Patrick’s Basilica is committed to creating a safe parish. To read more, visit http://fremantlestpatricks.org.au/parish-safeguarding-project/.
Weekly Giving
The collections are an important part of a Parish life. Your weekly 1st collection donations support the Priests in the parish to minister to the needs of the parish community and the Fremantle boarders.
Your weekly 2nd collection donations help us to maintain all aspects of the Basilica, Presbytery and Administration Centre. Without your assistance we would not be able to provide and maintain the Parish and its community. Thank You!
Please continue to give generously via the collection plate, tap and go tablets or direct deposits into the accounts below.
EFT First Collection Details
BSB: 086 006
A/c No: 56187 5405
Reference: 1st Collection and your name
First Collection supports the Priests.
EFT Second Collection Details
BSB: 066 107
A/c No: 0080 0216
Reference: 2nd Collection and your name
Second Collection supports the Parish.
Coming Events
Sunday 4 May to Monday 12th May
Our Lady of Fatima Novena
Sunday 11 May
Mother’s Day
Tuesday 13 May
Feast Day Mass for Our Lady of Fatima
Sunday 18 May
Parish Morning Tea
MAMI Appeal