The Sacraments
Baptisms
Please contact the Parish Office to arrange a Baptism. Baptisms are normally celebrated on Sundays after the 11am mass. Parents wanting their child baptised are expected to engage in a preparation session. Adults or young people are invited to join the Catechumenate (RCIA) programme. Please contact the parish office for details.
In Emergencies:
If a priest cannot be found, in an emergency any person can baptise: Pour water (not anything else) over the head, saying "I baptise you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit" with the intention of baptising. The associated ceremonies (anointing with chrism, giving of a candle and white garment, etc.) can be supplied later, if the person - child or adult - happily survives.
Read what the Catechism of the Catholic Church has to say about the Sacrament of Baptism.
First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion
and Confirmation
Please contact the parish office or Carlo David, our Pastoral Associate for the latest details for 2022.
Weddings
Information about weddings can be found in this page wedding_procedures_at_st_dominics_2022.pdf. If you require further information, or wish to make a booking, please contact the parish office (Ph 9912 6870 Extn 310) well in advance, to make a booking of the church and to allow time for suitable preparation.
Read what the Catechism of the Catholic Church has to say about the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Anointing of the Sick, Funerals
In an emergency, call 9912 6870 and press "2" at the menu at any hour.
In ordinary circumstances, call the parish office (Ph 9912 6870) between 9am and 4.00 pm Mon - Thursday, if you would like a priest to visit, or for the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Anointing of the Sick
What the Catechism of the Catholic Church has to say about the Anointing of the Sick.
Reconciliation (Sacrament of Penance; "Confession")
Reconciliation is available Monday-Friday, 11:15-11:45am and Saturdays 4:00-5:00pm , in the Parish Centre.
What the Catechism of the Catholic Church has to say about the Sacrament of Penance.