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)
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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)
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Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Wednesday, 945 am (at OLA church)
Saturday, 930 am (at OLA church)
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Baptisms:
Contact the Parish Office: 9583 6161
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Weddings:
By appointment, 6 months notice required. Saturdays or weekdays
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LATEST NEWS
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MELBOURNE SYNOD 2026
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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​
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SYNOD CORNER
Who participates in a Synod?
A Synod involves the whole People of God: bishops, priests, deacons, religious, and lay faithful. Each has a distinct role, but all share responsibility for the Church’s mission. Synodality does not blur roles-it helps each vocation flourish in service of the Gospel.​
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BAPTISMS THIS WEEKEND
With great joy the Church of God formally welcomes: Jacob Crossman and Isaac Herd. ​
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PARISH SOCIAL LUNCH
The next Parish social lunch will be held Thursday 28th May, 12noon. The venue is Highett RSL.
All are most welcome.
Please RSVP by Tuesday 26th May to:
Tricia Hickey: 0421 275 853, or
Adrian Foley: 0497 780 233
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THE WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
will be held from 17th - 24th May 2026, with this year’s theme drawn from Ephesians 4:4: “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.” It is a timely reminder that Christian unity is not simply an ideal, but something we are called to live through prayer, friendship, service and shared witness. As Catholic communities gather for events across Australia and New Zealand, this week invites us to look for opportunities to build bridges, deepen faith and stand together in hope. You can find resources and more information from the NationalCouncil of Churches in Australia here:
www.ncca.org.au/week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity-2026
SUNDAY APPEAL​
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Thank you to Christ Our Light parishioners. We raised $2,252.60. You can still donate online at: catholiccarevic.org.au or call 99672515.
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ANNUAL ATTENDANCE MASS COUNT
The 6th National Count of Attendance will continue this weekend and over the first four weekends of May. If you would like more information please visit: ncpr.catholic.org.au/national-count-of-attendance
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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.