ST AGNES' CATHOLIC CHURCH, HIGHETT
Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne
Welcome
Welcome, and thank you for visiting St Agnes' Catholic Church, Highett online. We hope that our website highlights the wide variety of worship, fellowship and service opportunities available. Please feel free to read more about our church on this site, or come in for a visit. We would love to greet you and share with you our love for Jesus Christ and for you, our neighbor.
Our Mission
We believe that the door to salvation is always open and so are the doors to our church. Our mission is to be fully devoted to Jesus by opening our arms to those in search of the truth. We show God’s love and concern for our fellow man at every opportunity. Through works of charity and opening our doors to listen and love, we feel that we are walking in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.
Sacraments
The Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church states: "Christian initiation is accomplished by means of the sacraments which establish the foundations of Christian life. The faithful born anew by Baptism are strengthened by Confirmation and are then nourished by the Eucharist."
Baptisms:
Are during the 6 pm Mass on Saturdays by appointment .
Enquires are to be directed to the Cheltenham Parish Office.
Mass Times
Weekend:
Saturday Vigil 6pm
Sunday 9am &11am (at OLA Church)
Weekday:
Tuesday, Friday: 9am
Tuesday : 6 pm (at OLA church)
Wednesday, Thursday: 915 am (at OLA Church)
Saturday: 9 am (at OLA church)
Monday: 915 am Communion Service (at OLA church)
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Wednesday, 945 am (at OLA church)
Saturday, 930 am (at OLA church)
Baptisms:
Contact the Parish Office: 9583 6161
Weddings:
By appointment, 6 months notice required. Saturdays or weekdays
LATEST NEWS
MELBOURNE SYNOD 2026
We’re invited to answer the call to deepen our understanding of synodality in parish life. Timeline for Synod consultation: This month will see the gradual release of the Synod theme papers, with June and July being Consultation and dialogue months for our faith communities.
For more information on the Synod please visit:
melbournecatholic.org/synod2026
SYNOD CORNER
Why discernment is essential.
Discernment is more than discussion. It is a prayerful process of seeking God’s will. In a Synod, time is given to silence, prayer, and reflection so that decisions emerge from faith, not haste.
SYNODALITY IN PRACTICE:
Join this online Webinar: 7th July 2026,
7-8pm. The call to synodality is a challenge to all levels of Catholic governance. How can you ensure the essence of synodality – inclusion, openess to all viewpoints and deep listening – are realised? For more information and to register visit:
cathevents.org.au/event/synodality-in-practice-onlinewebinar
PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION.
Thank you for your generous offering last weekend of $1,201.70 to support the Holy Father’s apostolic and charitable intentions
SUNDAY CUPPA.
This Sunday 5th July, all are invited to stay and join fellow parishioners for a cuppa and chat after the 9am and 11am Masses, in the Meeting room.
2026 NAIDOC MASS ST FRANCIS’ CHURCH. Sunday 12th July 2026 11.00am–12.00pm.
Aboriginal Catholic Ministry Victoria invites you to the 2026 NAIDOC Mass. Marking the end of NAIDOC Week (5–12 July), an opportunity to come together and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Banner image: artwork by Zaachariaha Fielding.
FAMILY BOOKS
Dear Parishioners, may we request when writing the names of your loved ones who have recently died and anniversaries that occur at this time, could you please print clearly, and a phone number is required. We would be most grateful as it is important to have these details correct in honouring them.
MASS FOR MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES. 11am Sunday 12th July 2026 St Patrick’s Cathedral.
Married couples and their families are cordially invited to join us as we celebrate the gift of marriage and family. Those who register and are celebrating the following anniversaries: 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th or 40 years and above, will receive a commemorative certificate.
For queries please contact ph: 9926 5761 or proclaim@cam.org.au
Register by Tuesday 7th July via: www.trybookings.com/DMQDP
SPIRITUALITY IN THE PUB.
Today’s church - noun or verb? Reflections, questions & wonderings. Wednesday 22nd July, 6pm-9pm. Hampton RSL 25 Holyrood St, Hampton.
Speaker Joe McCarthy works as the Community Chaplin at St Kevin’s College.
Bookings essential via Michele: 0415 956 107 or Catriona 0419 109 83
Weekly Parish Bulletins
Care for Our Common Home Parish Update: click to read =>
NOTICE
THE HALL IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE. TO BOOK, PLS CALL 9532 0018.