A Christian faith community that reflects God's love for everyone
Eastern Bays Catholic is a joint collaboration between two faith communities and parishes. We invite you to come visit and experience the inclusive, living faith of our two communities.
General Parish Office Hours
Mother of Perpetual Help
Mon - 1:30pm to 5:00pm
Tue - Closed
Wed - 1:30pm to 5:00pm
Thurs - 1:30pm to 5:00pm
Fri - 1:30pm to 5:00pm
St Ignatius Parish
Mon -8:30am to 11:30am
Tue -8:30am to 11:30am
Wed -8:30am to 11:30am
Thurs -Closed
Fri - 8:30am to 11:30am
Note: Both Mother of Perpetual Help Parish and St Ignatius Parish will be closed from Christmas Eve and all of January. The office will reopen on the 3rd of February 2025. No Newsletters will be published during this time.
Contact Us
Ph: (09) 575 9296 - Mother of Perpetual Help
Ph: (09) 575 5227 - St Ignatius
Eastern Bays Catholic - Scheduled Maintenance January 2025
Please be advised that there will be scheduled maintenance at both parishes during January 2025. Each church will be closed for approximately 2 weeks at a time. At least one church will always be open and available.
Mother of Perpetual Help Parish Centre and Church
Closed from 6th Jan to 19 Jan 2025 (Reopening 20th Jan 2025)
St Ignatius Parish Centre
Closed from 20th Jan to 31 Jan 2025 (Reopening 1st Feb 2025) - Tentative dates only to be confirmed
Only the parish centre will be closed. The Church will remain open however no masses will be held during this period
At Eastern Bays Catholic, we believe in the power of community and the strength of togetherness. Our parishes are not just a place of worship; it's a family, where everyone is valued and embraced.
We pride ourselves on our Community model of Church, where the parish is run by the people, for the people. This means that your voice, your talents, and your presence matter here.
No matter who you are or where you come from, we extend a warm and friendly welcome to you. Whether you're visiting for the first time, returning to our faith community, or have been a long-time parishioner, you are an essential part of our family.
We encourage everyone to get involved in all aspects of Parish life. Whether it's through volunteering, attending events, or participating in our ministries, there's a place for you here.
Everyone is welcome
Fr John Dunn
Parish Priest , St Ignatius
Fr Austin Fernades
Parish Adminstrator,
Mother of Perpetual Help
Wohooo we did it!
We reached our goal. Thank you to everyone with your generous donations.
Come join us on the 1st of Dec 2024 to pack and deliver all 325 Hampers after the 9am Mass.
Eastern Bays Catholic
ST IGNATIUS
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Sunday 30th June, 10am – 11:30am in the Parish Centre
We look forward to seeing you there
Please click the image to download a copy of Father John's and Co-Chairs’ Reports, and all Committee Reports.
Printed copies are available in the foyer of St Ignatius church and prior to the meeting.
About Mother of Perpetual Help Parish
Glendowie Parish began in 1965 as the district developed. The Redemptorist Priests came to the Auckland Diocese from Australia in 1950 and lived in the original Glendowie homestead next door to the Parish – a two storied house – until 1990 when the existing building was constructed.
Masses were held in the old house until 1972 when the Church was built. The Parish Centre followed in 1991 and the extensions were done in 2008.
There has been much social change in the last 25 years and a variety of worshippers comprise the local parish community.
About St Ignatius Parish
St Ignatius Parish began in 1921 from humble beginnings built by 12 families from many faiths.
The church is named after the patron saint of Father Doyle, the Parish Priest of Remuera. The church seated 100 parishioners and was officially opened on the 12th March 1922 by Bishop James Liston. The priests from Remuera visited weekly to say Mass.
In 1978 the small wooden Church was replaced with a new Church in the style of the times. Designed by architect Mr J. Hackshaw whom was also a parishioner. The coloured glass for the windows above the altar and entrance were designed and made by Colin McCahon.
The parish continues to grow and change as Auckland continues to grow and change.
Safeguarding at Eastern Bays Catholic
Both individually and collectively. We have a responsibility to ensure.
That every person has a value and dignity from their creation in the image and likeness of God
Pope Francis has made it clear he expects the Church, on every level, to implement whatever steps are necessary to ensure the protection of minors and vulnerable adults and to respond to their needs with fairness and mercy.
Both parishes are committed to implementing diocesan policies to the full.
Eastern Bays Catholic is a joint collaboration between two faith communities. This is where you can find our two parishes.
510 Riddell Road, Glendowie
Ph: (09) 575 9296
12 Kotiri St, St Heliers, Auckland
Ph: (09) 575 5227