St Patrick's Church opened its doors in early 1844, when work began on its construction with the blessing of the Stone Foundation, of Dr. John Bede Ponting, the first bishop in Australia. St. Patrick's Church is the second Catholic church built in Sydney, however it is considered the oldest Catholic church in the city, although St. Mary's Cathedral was the first Catholic church built, it was rebuilt in 1882. When you visit this church, you can enjoy Watching the exterior architectural design, which is distinguished by its ancient stones, which give elegance and beauty to the building, in addition to the interior artistic designs, amid the various wooden decorations, statues, paintings, furniture, various pendants, decorations, and antiques.