St. Patrick’s Cathedral

In the Philippines, we have a  tradition of visiting the church or the chapel whenever we travel to a new place. Beliefs have it that it is good to make a prayer intention in a church/chapel that you visit for the first time, because that prayer would be granted.  So, when I first came to Melbourne, St. Patrick’s Cathedral was on top of the list places to visit. Not so much for praying for an intention to be granted but more so of gratitude for blessings received. The cathedral is so massive and I was just overwhelmed by its architecture.As they put it, it is a place where through prayer, praise and creative liturgical celebrations, the elements of stone and glass, artistry, craftsmanship, colour and sound, coalesce to filter the divine presence of our Creator God. I could spend hours in St. Patrick's Cathedral saying my prayers or simply just basking in silence, nature and God's presence.  Of course, I also enjoy taking photos of this wonderful place. Sharing with you a few of the pictures I have taken.

For schedules:

Weekday Mass

Mondays: 7.00am, 1.00pm

Tuesdays: 7.00am, 8.00am, 1.00pm

Wednesdays: 7.00am, 8.00am, 1.00pm

Thursdays: 7.00am, 8.00am, 1.00pm

Fridays: 7.00am, 8.00am, 1.00pm

Saturdays: 8.00am, 6.00pm

Public Holidays -9.00am

Note:  St Patrick's Cathedral closes at 10am on public holidays    

The Schedule board

St. Patrick's Cathedral is located at Cnr Gisborne St & Cathedral Place East Melbourne. It is easily accessible as it is near train (Parliament Station) and tram station (Cathedral). Google Map directions also comes in very handy. If travelling by public transport, the Journey Planner is a welcome help while travelling in Melbourne. 

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne and one of the architectural glories of Melbourne. It is designed by William Wardell, St Patrick’s is regarded internationally as the finest ecclesiastical building in Australia and a pre-eminent example of the Gothic Revival style. 

The highly regarded Organ at St. Patrick's Cathedral

Lectern

Upper portion of the main altar

Altar view of St. Patrick's Cathedral from the main entrance

Side exit towards the Pilgrim Path

The main fountain at the Pilgrim Path

Flowing waters from the main fountain

St. Patrick's Pilgrim Path 

Rules to follow

 Birds love to visit St. Patrick's Cathedral too

Statue of St. Catherine of Sienna

Statue of St. Francis of Assisi

St. Patrick's Cathedral has a history so rich as  its architecture and the activities held inside it. For more information, you may visit the official website of St. Patrick's Cathedral.