Dear Parishioners and Friends,
In today’s Gospel we hear Jesus teach about faith and service to God. The context is a continuing dialogue between Jesus and his followers about what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. Jesus has just finished an instruction on sin and forgiveness. There are two related teachings that Jesus offers to his disciples when they cry out for an increase in faith. The first is the familiar reminder that faith, even just a little, will enable the followers of Jesus to do wondrous things. But this uplifting and inspiring teaching is quickly followed by the second teaching, a caution about knowing one’s place in God’s plans. The disciples of Jesus are to understand themselves as servants to God and his plans. Even when God works wonders through us, with our mustard seed-sized faith, we must not seek praise. Our participation in God’s plans is God’s grace to us—nothing more, nothing less. When we are graced enough to cooperate with God, the work we do is nothing more than our obligation to God as faithful stewards. And yet, our faith enables us to believe that what we have offered in service to God, as his servants, can be made to produce a hundredfold. (source Loyola Press)
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The family of Margaret Mary Bolt would like to announce the passing of Margaret who was a parishioner of St Patrick’s for many years and the Basilica was her spiritual home until she moved to Bunbury. Her last wishes were that her funeral be conducted in the Basilica. Margaret’s funeral will be held on Wednesday 8th October at 1.30pm in the Basilica.
October The Month of Our Lady of the Rosary
During October the rosary in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary will be prayed prior to the midday Mass at 11.30am Monday to Saturday. On the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, 7th October we will celebrate the Mass in honour of Our Lady at midday. All Welcome to join.
Please note: No entry or exit via the front doors of the Basilica on Tuesday 7th October whilst some work is being carried out. Thank You.
Anointing of the Sick Mass
Next Anointing Mass will be held on Tuesday 7th October at Midday. All Welcome.
Invitation to RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Are you or anyone you know interested in exploring the Catholic Church as your church home? Have you been sitting in the pew next to your Catholic spouse for years wondering what you have to do to become Catholic? Statistics show that most people respond to a personal invitation. So this is that personal invitation and a challenge to all of you who might know someone who fits the categories above invite that person. RCIA Information Evening will be held on Tuesday 7th October at 6.30pm in the parish office boardroom. Please register with the parish office on 9335 2268 or parishmanager@fremantlestpatricks.org.au.
Parish Morning Tea
The next parish morning tea will be held on Sunday 12th October in the Presbytery Carport after the 8am Mass. All Welcome.
The Parish Morning Tea Ministry will be taking donations during the monthly morning teas, for the rest of the year to assist the parish with Insurance, maintenance and repairs to Church and Presbytery. A donation box will be available at the morning teas for your donations. Your generosity no matter how big or small is greatly appreciated.
Organ Society of WA Organ Concert
Enjoy an inspiring afternoon of music at St Patrick’s Basilica, Fremantle, on Sunday 9 November at 2:30 pm, as internationally acclaimed organist Alessandro Pittorino presents The Genius of Franz Liszt. See noticeboard posters for more information.
National Oblate Youth Encounter
Dates: Sunday 4th January – Wednesday 7th January 2026
Venue: St Eugenes Centre for Mission, Newborough, VIC (2 hours outside of Melbourne)
See Noticeboard for more information
Financial Assistance
If you wish to assist financially for insurance or repair works you can deposit funds into the account below with the reference of either insurance, repair works church or repair works presbytery.
Account Name: Basilica Working Account
BSB: 086 006
Account No: 48794 3085
Your assistance no matter how big or small is very much appreciated. Thank you to those who have already assisted so generously it is very much appreciated. Thank You and God Bless!
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.
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.
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
Tuesday 7th October
Anointing of the Sick Mass
RCIA Information Evening
Sunday 12th October
Parish Morning Tea