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Welcome to the Hervey Bay Catholic Parish
Our Parish includes two churches: St Joseph’s Pialba, Hervey Bay and St Patrick’s Howard. We are proud of our reputation as a vibrant and welcoming community, and trust that you will quickly feel comfortable and at home here.
We hope that this website will be useful to you, providing information about our parish and our various ministries and activities.
Noticeboard
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED ON TUESDAY, 3 NOVEMBER | Fr Jacob and Parish Staff will be attending the Deanery Meeting on 3 November. The office reopens 4 November with the usual office hours.
St Joseph’s Youth Group | The dates for the Parish Youth meeting: 31 October, 14 November, 28 November, from 4 PM – 6 PM, followed by 6 PM Mass.
RCIA Class | Do you know someone who is interested to learn more about the Catholic faith, and eventually joining the Catholic Church? Our new class starts on 28 October 2026, held at Tommasi Meeting Room, St Joseph’s Church, 6 PM. Candidates will be received into the Catholic Church during Easter Vigil next year. Please contact the Parish Office for more information.