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The Sacraments at St Patrick’s

As Catholics, we believe that God is present to us in a special way through the Sacraments of His Church. These sacraments nourish and sustain us in our pursuit of holiness, as we journey towards Heaven. Here is how you can access the Sacraments at St Patrick’s.

Baptism

Baptism is a Sacrament of faith, and the Church asks for a serious and loving commitment by the parents and godparents of a child to live the life of the Sacraments. Catholics who belong to the parish need to approach the parish priest.

First Holy Communion

The Sacrament of First Holy Communion is the Eucharist, which we receive at Holy Mass and which we believe is the real physical and spiritual presence of Jesus Christ. As Catholics, we take Jesus at His word when He says ‘This is my body, which is given for you’ (Luke 22:19).

Confirmation

In the Sacrament of Confirmation, we receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, knowledge, right judgment, understanding, courage, piety, and fear of the Lord. In this way, the sacrament of Confirmation completes the Sacrament of Baptism.

Confession

Confession is the Sacrament in which we receive forgiveness from Christ. We repent and confess our sins, and are absolved of sin through the ministry of a priest, who acts in the person of Christ.

Marriage

The Sacrament of Matrimony is a vow of love made before and through God and the Church and therefore we need to approach it with reverence and awe. God has fashioned this Sacrament to show forth His love and to bring life into the world.

Holy Orders

It is through the Sacrament of Holy Orders that men are ordained to be priests for the service of the Church. To become a priest requires a strong sense that this is your calling in life and then preparation through years in training for the priesthood in seminary.

Anointing of the Sick

The Sacrament of the Sick is administered normally in situations of the immediate prospect of surgery, for those who are significant of age, or those in danger of death.

How to Request Sacramental Paperwork

At different times in your life, you may need a new copy of the record of your reception of a Sacrament of the Church, whether it be Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, or Marriage. If you would like to obtain a new copy of one of these records for yourself, please let us know.

Email the Parish Secretary

Mass Times

You are very welcome to join us for the celebration of Holy Mass at St Patrick’s. Mass is available every day of the week.

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About the Mass

At the Holy Mass we gather together as a community to seek forgiveness, hear the Word of God, receive Jesus in the Eucharist, and are sent forth to live out His message.

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Eucharistic
Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration is simply about spending time in the presence of Jesus. In the Eucharist, we can pray to Jesus, who is truly present before us.

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