Ministries

You did not choose me.  I chose you, and I commissioned you to go out and  bear fruit – fruit that will last…. And then you will be my disciples’  – John 15:16

Dedicating some spare time to a parish ministry is an opportunity to thank God for all the blessings we have received, and give back to Him. Jesus called us to to be ‘stewards’, and taking part in your church ministry is a wonderful way to answer that call.  If you have a talent you think would be of service to the Parish and fellow parishioners, please get in touch!  We’d love to hear from you.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Come and join the team who conduct the Children’s Liturgy of the Word, providing an opportunity for children not only to celebrate Mass but also to come to understand and be involved with God’s Word.  In keeping with that of the Mass, the stages of the liturgy of the Word have been simplified for small children through adapted readings, prayers and fun arts and crafts.  The children are returned to their parents in time for Eucharist.

Liturgical Ministry at Mass

This includes Acolytes, Altar Servers, Commentators, Reader of the Word and Extraordinary Ministers of Communion and Music Ministry. They are the various Ministers that are rostered at a Mass they usually attend and are appropriately trained for their Ministry. They are then put onto a roster and if unable to attend are asked to arrange their own replacements.

Acolytes

Preparing the church for Mass, assists the priest at Mass and conduct Liturgy of the Word and Communion services when necessary.

Altar Servers

Responsible for assisting the priest during Mass

Commentator

Introduces the Mass and reads the Prayers of the Faithful

Reader of the Word

Responsible for reading the First and Second Lessons

Extraordinary Minister of Communion

Delivers Holy Communion during Mass and conducts Communion services

Music

Provides the music during Mass

Ministers of Hospitality

Greeters/Ushers

Our Greeters/Ushers help ensure a smoothly running church service and who minister to people in a variety of practical ways. Their duties usually include greeting people as they arrive for the service, presenting them with a parish bulletin and assisting those with special needs.

Hospitality 

Responsible for the organisation and preparation of the Parish Centre for functions, including clean-up afterward.

Prayer, Education and Support Ministries

We have a varied range of ministries in the domains of prayer, education and support

The RCIA Team

The team ministers to enquirers who are looking to begin the process of becoming Catholic, preparing the candidates for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and baptism.

Collection Counting

Requires parishioners to count the collections after Mass each week

Altar Linen Laundering

Responsible for replacing, washing, starching and ironing altar linen on a weekly basis

Building Maintenance and Gardens

Involves being available to assist the church with maintenance when required

Flower Arranging

Arranging church flowers for Sunday Mass and major feasts

Parish Church Cleaning 

Tidying, dusting pews and vacuuming the church on a weekly basis

Parish Centre/Restroom Cleaning

Keeping the centre and restrooms clean and tidy

St Vincent De Paul

Offering assistance to those in need in and around the Pinjarra District

Community Kitchen Support

Helping out at the Community Kitchen sausage sizzle every 5th Tuesday OR if you are able, any Tuesday from 11am – 1pm in conjunction with the Alliance Church, Pinjarra.

Outreach Group

Visiting those who may be house-bound and assisting parishioners who may need help.

Parish Committee Ministries

The Liturgy Committee

Along with our parish priest, the Liturgy Committee is responsible for all liturgical celebrations within the Parish. The committee plans, prepares and oversees the liturgies with the intention of making it meaningful and inspirational.

Parish Pastoral Council 

Consists of our parish priest and a group of our parishioners chosen by the parish community. Their role is to promote St Augustines mission; to live and impart the love and values of Christ in our world. The council shares in the responsibility for the development of the faith community, working together with parishioners to provide support for their efforts whilst enriching the quality of parish life.

Parish Finance Committee

Responsible for making sure the needs and requirements of the parish are maintained and financially sustainable. Members of high integrity and preferably accounting expertise are appointed by the parish priest.

Parish Website Committee 

Consists of parishioners responsible for maintaining the St Augustine’s website, updating the site with parish news, events and blogs.

 

If you would like to join any of our Ministries here at St Augustines, please contact the Parish on (08) 9531 1227.   We look forward to hearing from you!