Components of the Cathedral Precinct

The heart of the Diocese is its Cathedral Church. But often overlooked as Cathedral construction commences are the component parts of the rest of the Cathedral Precinct – the arms and legs that will ultimately fulfill the Diocesan mission of liturgy, education and service.

The heart of the Diocese is its Cathedral Church. But often overlooked as Cathedral construction commences are the component parts of the rest of the Cathedral Precinct – the arms and legs that will ultimately fulfill the Diocesan mission of liturgy, education and service.

Crypt

The Cathedral’s Crypt will be located directly beneath the sanctuary of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. The crypt is a small space that will allow for the burial of past, present and future Bishops of Bunbury.
It is hoped the first Bishop of Bunbury, the Most Reverend Lancelot J Goody DD PhD, will be remembered in the Crypt at a special service after the Cathedral is dedicated.

Parish Offices

The parish offices will be located adjacent the historic Parish House and will house the pastoral and support services of the Bunbury parish. It will include several offices for priests and deacons as well as meeting rooms for the various parish committees including the Parish Pastoral Council and Parish Finance Committee. In their new home the parish will welcome new parishioners who move into Bunbury.

Parish Hall

Vital to the teaching and service mission of the diocese and parish, the parish hall will be open to all diocesan entities and parishes, as well as to the community at large. It is located between the diocesan offices and Cathedral and includes conference facilities, audiovisual equipment and a fully fitted out kitchen.

Diocesan Office

The diocesan offices will enable all diocesan staff to work together under one roof. The social services, liturgical, pastoral, financial, administrative and educational departments of the Diocese will all be housed within this space, including the office of the Bishop.

Presbytery

The Bishop and priests who are responsible for the parish and the Cathedral will have their residences within the Cathedral Precinct. Visiting priests rooms will also be provided as part of the precinct.

Lawns and Garden

Much of the Cathedral precinct will be beautifully landscaped, with space for the parishioners, the local community and visitors to enjoy.

Cathedral Shop

The Cathedral shop will provide a range of items for sale and will welcome all to the Cathedral Precinct.