Dear Parishioners and Friends,
This portion of John’s Gospel comes near the end of the first of four chapters that make up Jesus’ long farewell discourse at the Last Supper. This section of chapter 14 actually sums up the themes of the opening of the discourse: the Christian’s life is not shaped by Jesus’ absence but by God’s abiding presence; God’s presence overcomes anxiety about God’s absence; and the present holds in it the seeds of a fresh future shaped by love, not fear.
These verses also contain a glimpse of some of the other themes of the farewell discourse: Jesus’ relationship with the Father and the disciples’ relationship to Jesus connect the disciples to the Father as well. Jesus promises to send an Advocate or intercessor who will remind the disciples of everything that Jesus taught them and bring them peace.
Jesus is preparing his disciples in advance for his absence so that they will continue to believe in him and not feel all alone after his return to the Father. After the initial excitement of his Easter appearances, Jesus will remain with his followers in a very different way throughout the centuries.
As our celebration of the Easter season is coming to an end, the liturgy reminds us that Jesus remains with us through the Holy Spirit, who teaches us everything we need to know, reminds us of all that Jesus taught, and brings us peace. (Source: Loyola Press)
The Weekend eBulletin
Click here to download the eBulletin for 6th Sunday of Easter, Year C.
Parish Morning Tea
The next Parish Morning Tea will be held on Sunday 8th June after the 8am Mass 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 for10 weeks. 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.
Caritas Project Compassion
Sincere thanks to everyone who support this year’s Project Compassion. Your generosity is very much appreciated.
Oblates MAMI Appeal
Thank you for your support towards the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate Mission Appeal. The funds raised will assist the Oblates in their missionary works. Thank You.
2025 Columban Calendars
We have some 2025 Columban calendars available in the Piety Stall, quick sale $5 each, pick one or maybe two and give them to family and friends. Thank you for your support.
Cana Communities Talk and Leaving Collection
Cana has a special community in Western Australia providing practical and emotional support for men and women. In our community hub space, we offer hospitality, a place to belong and a place to foster supportive relationships for many who are experiencing poverty and hopelessness.
Our funding comes from the generosity of donors, through grants and through our social enterprise activities, such as our Food truck. We do not use any government funding.
We value forgiveness and acceptance and provide a safe environment and opportunity to recreate oneself.
A leaving collection will be taken up after Saturday 6pm Vigil Mass, 8am and 11am Sunday Masses, please assist if you can.
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
Saturday 31 May/Sunday 1 June
Cana Community Talks
Saturday 7 / Sunday 8 June
Catholic Missions Appeal
Sunday 8 June
Parish Morning Tea