“The history of a Parish or Church or School is not merely the history of a place or a set of buildings,  it is the story of a community of people. Rockdale has seen, and continues to be, a vast mix of cultures from its very beginnings, even before Europeans arrived in Australia.

“… after faith, the greatest wealth of St Joseph’s and the broader Rockdale community is the continued ethnic and cultural diversity of its people. The community played a significant role in nurturing the faith of Catholics in this district and being a sign of the welcoming presence of Christ to all.” 

                                                                                   - Fr Brendan Quirk, Parish Priest