Major Easter Church Services in Melbourne 2025
Melbourne’s churches warmly invite you to commemorate the profound events of Easter through a variety of services and celebrations.
Here’s a guide to some of the notable Melbourne Easter church services for 2025.
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Where to Attend Easter Church in Melbourne
1. St Paul’s Cathedral, Melbourne
With an Anglican congregation, St Paul’s Cathedral offers a comprehensive schedule for Holy Week and Easter:
- Palm Sunday (13th April):
- 8:00 AM: Holy Communion (BCP)
- 10:00 AM: Choral Eucharist & Procession of Palms
- 4:00 PM: Choral Evensong & ANZAC Commemoration
- Holy Monday to Holy Wednesday (14th–16th April):
- 12:15 PM: Holy Communion
- 5:10 PM: Evening Prayer or Choral Evensong
- Maundy Thursday (17th April):
- 12:15 PM: Holy Communion & Address
- 6:00 PM: Choral Eucharist with Foot Washing
- Good Friday (18th April):
- 9:00 AM: Liturgy of the Cross
- 12:00 PM: Devotions
- Holy Saturday (19th April):
- 8:00 PM: Easter Vigil
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- 6:30 AM: Easter Dawn Service
- 8:00 AM: Holy Communion
- 10:00 AM: Choral Eucharist
- 4:00 PM: Choral Evensong For more details, visit their official website.
Visit St Paul’s Cathedral Melbourne this Easter, Flinders Street, Melbourne
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2. St Patrick’s Cathedral, East Melbourne
St Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, a cornerstone of Melbourne’s spiritual life, observes Easter with solemnity and joy:
- Holy Thursday (17th April):
- Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
- Good Friday (18th April):
- Celebration of the Passion of the Lord
- Holy Saturday (19th April):
- Easter Vigil
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- Masses at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 6:00 PM Regular Mass times are available on their website.
All Masses will be live-streamed and televised.
Visit St Patrick’s Cathedral at Easter, 1 Cathedral Pl, East Melbourne
3. Scots’ Church, Collins Street
Scots’ Church presents a series of reflective services during the Easter period:
- Maundy Thursday (17th April):
- Evening Service
- Good Friday (18th April):
- Morning Service
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- Morning Worship with Communion
- Evening Service Specific times will be announced closer to the dates; please refer to their official communications for updates.
The church is open for public visits on weekdays from 10 am to 2 pm.
Visit SCOTS CHURCH, Corner of Collins Street & Russell Street, Melbourne
4. Wesley Uniting Church, Melbourne
Wesley Church invites you to join their Easter celebrations:
- Good Friday (18th April):
- 9:00 AM: Service of Reflection
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- 10:30 AM: Easter Celebration Service Located at 130 Lonsdale Street, between Russell and Exhibition Streets, Wesley Church offers a welcoming environment for all.
Visit Wesley Uniting Church, 130 Lonsdale Street, between Russell and Exhibition Streets
5. Collins Street Baptist Church, Melbourne
Collins Street Baptist Church offers a contemplative journey through Holy Week:
- Palm Sunday (13th April):
- 10:30 AM: Service of Worship
- Maundy Thursday (17th April):
- Evening Communion Service
- Good Friday (18th April):
- 10:00 AM: Service of Reflection
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- 10:30 AM: Resurrection Celebration Located at 174 Collins Street, this historic church provides a serene setting for Easter observances.
Visit Collins Street Baptist Church, 174 Collins Street, Melbourne
6. CrossCulture Church, Melbourne
CrossCulture Church extends an invitation to their diverse Easter services:
- Good Friday (18th April):
- 10:00 AM: Service in Auditorium & Online
- 10:45 AM: Chinese Congregation Worship Service
- 5:30 PM: Chapel Service
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- 10:00 AM: Resurrection Sunday Service (Auditorium & Online)
- 10:45 AM: Chinese Congregation Worship Service
- 5:30 PM: Chapel Service Located at 333 Swanston Street, on the corner of Swanston and Little Lonsdale Streets, with disabled access available from both streets.
Visit CrossCulture Church, 333 Swanston Street, on the corner of Swanston and Little Lonsdale Streets, with disabled access available from both streets.
7. St Augustine’s Parish, Melbourne
St Augustine’s Parish welcomes you to their Easter services:
- Good Friday (18th April):
- 3:00 PM: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
- Easter Sunday (20th April):
- 10:30 AM: Easter Mass Located at 635-653 Bourke Street, St Augustine’s offers a heartfelt celebration of Easter.
Visit St Augustine’s Parish, 635-653 Bourke Street
Celebrate the Resurrection
These church services across Melbourne provide various opportunities to reflect upon and celebrate the significance of Easter. For the most current information, please visit the respective churches’ official websites or contact them directly.
Easter Church Services Online & on TV
For those unable to attend in person, many Easter church services in Melbourne are available online or on TV. Major cathedrals and churches, such as St Paul’s Cathedral and CrossCulture Church, stream their services live on their websites or social media platforms.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne also broadcasts Easter Mass on free-to-air television, typically on Channel 10 and Community Channel 31. Whether at home or on the go, you can still take part in the Easter celebrations and reflections. Check individual church websites for streaming links and schedules.
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