Care Ministry
If you need immediate pastoral care please contact our office on 8858 1111 to speak with a minister.
PRAYER
One of the best ways we can support you as a church is to pray for you. If you have a specific prayer request, please email us info@stpauls,church and we would love to care for you in this way. If you would like to receive our prayer newsletter so you can be praying for others in our church family, please email info@stpauls.church and ask to be added to the list.
CARE TEAMS
Our Care Teams are available after our services to pray with and provide support for our church community. You’ll find them standing at the back of the church, wearing blue lanyards so they are easy to find! We have care teams available throughout the week, we do not want anyone to suffer in silence – if you need support outside of a Sunday, please do not hesitate to contact us.
PRACTICAL ASSISTANCE
As well as our Help at Home days throughout the year, where we send teams of volunteers to assist with cleaning/gardening/repairs and maintenance, we also have teams who may be able to visit you sooner if needed. Email info@stpauls.church and we will let you know how we can look after you in this way.
PHONE SUPPORT
Would you like to chat to someone?
If you would like some regular support and companionship, we have a team of volunteers who can give you a regular phone call.
Email info@stpauls.church or call the church office on 8858 1111.
MEALS AND GROCERY VOUCHERS
Are you finding it a little tricky to put food on the table?
We have a Care Freezer in the church office with emergency meals ready to go, as well as some grocery vouchers. If you or someone you know needs these, please get in touch with the church office. If you are nervous about this request, why not go through your small group leader or trusted friend?
For longer term assistance you can also contact Anglicare’
Anglicare Food and Financial Assistance
Ph: (02) 8264 8600
Click here to see a brochure outlining how you can access emergency food and financial assistance
DONATIONS
If you have means and would like to help those in difficult financial circumstances, you can do this by:
1. Donating Coles or Woolworths gift cards to the office, and we will distribute them to those who need them. These can also be purchased online from Coles, Woolworths and other supermarkets and emailed through to info@stpauls.church
2. If you would like to donate money to pay for utility bills and similar expenses for those in difficult financial circumstances, then you can do so by donating to the Senior Minister’s Discretionary Account
Account Name: Senior Minister’s Discretionary
BSB: 032 173
A/C: 454 787
Please be assured that all transactions are treated with dignity and confidentiality. Cash donations to the fund can also be made at the church office, just ring ahead on 8858 1111 to ensure a member of our team will be there to accept your donation.
DOMESTIC ABUSE
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, we want you to know that as a church we’re here to support you.
You can contact the church office 8858 1111 or info@stpauls.church or any of the following help lines:
Phone 000 if you are in immediate danger
Domestic Violence Hotline for Advice (24/7) 1800 65 64 63 – Telephone crisis counselling and referral service for women
1800 RESPECT (24/7) 1800 737 732 – Confidential information, counselling and support service for domestic abuse
NSW Link2home (24/7) 1800 152 152 – NSW Crisis Accommodation Phone Line
Men’s Line (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 – Telephone and online counselling service for men with emotional health and relationship concerns
RESOURCES
EMPLOYMENT
Australian Government Jobs Hub
ONLINE AND PHONE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Anglicare Counselling and Relationship Services
Ph: 1300 651 728
Click here to see a brochure outlining services
Life Line
Ph: 13 11 14 (available 24/7)
Visit: www.lifeline.org.au for helpful tips and resources for managing mental health during this time
Kids Help Line
Ph: 1800 551 800 (for ages 5-25, available 24/7)
Visit: www.kidshelpline.com.au for their helpful page on COVID-19
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Anglicare Food and Financial Assistance
Ph: (02) 8264 8600
Click here to see a brochure outlining how you can access emergency food and financial assistance
Salvation Army
Ph: 1300 371 288
Visit: www.salvationarmy.org.au to access emergency financial assistance
National Debt Helpline
Ph: 1800 007 007 (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-4:30pm)
Visit: www.ndh.org.au for free financial counselling
MoneySmart
Visit: www.moneysmart.gov.au for helpful resources and advice in making financial decisions during COVID-19