In the early 1960’s Warrnambool grew outward towards the East, and its growth engendered many community needs, not least amongst them being a “bricks and mortar” expression of faith. In January 1973, Warrnambool East was established as a Parish in its own right. Within weeks, the Catholic Community met to discuss the question of a place of worship.
At their first meeting, the people elected a committee to be responsible for the building project. After almost three years of planning, meetings, and hard work, the goal was attained – the completion of Our Lady Help of Christians’ Church overseen by the enigmatic Parish Priest, Fr Paddy Downes. On July 1, 2022 the Warrnambool East Parish was amalgamated with the Star of the Sea Parish, South-West Coast.
Our Lady Help of Christians is open each day from 8am-4pm.
