Church Groups

St Jude's invites you to join one or more of these groups involved in Church and community activities. You are all welcome and are encouraged to contact anyone listed below for more information to either give your support or to become a member.

Bell Ringers

The Bellringers ring the bells from 9am to 9.30am each Sunday morning, and for weddings, funerals and other special occasions. They practice the art of English change-ringing, which is an interesting hobby that helps develop concentration and coordination. Each time they ring, a team of up to eight people are involved. The heaviest bell at St. Jude's weighs about three-quarters of a tonne. If you would like to find more about bell ringing or interested in joining the bell ringers for an hour each week on Tuesday evenings.

Bible Study 

A Woman's "Know Your Bible" (KYB) Bible Study meets every second week on a Monday evening. Contact Jacqui Guy 9665 7212

'Focus on Faith' a reflection/study group for women - meets Tuesday fortnights 12.30 - 1.30pm. Contact Amanda Wharton

Young Adults Bible Study - Thursday evenings. Contact John Bartik through Church Office 9399 9400

Lenten Group Meeting Tuesday Nights commencing 23rd February "Love in the Shadow" conducted by Rev John Bowen  

Carers Group

The Carers and those being cared for, meet together monthly on a Friday morning for tea in the Parish Room. The Group functions as a practical support group to Parish members and an outreach group to others in the surrounding community and also a personal strengthening group to its members.

Holy Communion is held on the third Friday of each month at 11am.

Ruth White on 9664 1430 for more information.

 

Child Care Centre

St Jude's has a Long Day Care Centre for 59 children Monday to Friday - 2-5 year olds. Phone 9326 6234. Director Farah Messina.

 

Choir and Music

St. Jude's Church has maintained a very fine musical tradition and to this day music plays an important part in the weekly Sung Eucharist. The Choir became a member of the world wide RSCM (Royal School of Church Music) in 1952. The Choir sings each Sunday at the 9.30am Sung Eucharist and is also asked to sing at weddings, funerals, choir festivals and occasional social functions. Choir practice is at 7.30pm each Thursday. If you're interested in joining the choir, and can read music, please call office -  Organist and Choirmaster - Angus Gilchrist

Confirmation

Held annually – classes beforehand.

Any person desiring Confirmation please contact the Rector Greg or Rev John. Adults are welcome for Baptism or Confirmation.

The Craft Group

The Craft Group meets each Wednesday morning from 10.30am. The Group functions as an interest and support group and is active in providing craft for sale at the Annual Fair, and other stalls are held throughout the year. Please phone Dorothy Cohen on 9398 3955 for further information.

Crèche

The Crèche looks after children (0-3 years) in the Child Care Centre during the 9.30am Service. For further information please contact Amanda Wharton.

English Classes (ESL)

The English classes meet on Thursday mornings, 9.30am to 12 noon in the Parish Room during the term. The course is held three times a year and each course is for ten weeks. For information please call Church Office.

Flower Group

St Jude's has a long history of  flower arranging in the Church for all Services and for special occasions. A dedicated roster of people work usually on Saturday mornings.

Friends of St Jude's

The "Friends" have a few hundred on its mailing list. The Committee organizes functions during the year including the Annual Friend's Dinner, entertainment nights and picnics outside the local area. A Gazette is distributed three times a year.

Men's Group

The Men's Group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month for lunch. David Cohen on 9398 3955

A “Bloke’s Breakfast” is being held some Saturday mornings.

 

Nursing Home and Hospital Visitors 

 

 

Parish Council

The Parish Council meet on the third Tuesday of every month to discuss with the Rector matters dealing with the Church and grounds. Members are elected every March at the Annual Vestry Meeting.

This year, the following parishioners were elected: Alan Clark (Rector's Warden & Treasurer), Diane Hill (Warden and Secretary), Michael Job, Ian Knox,Rob Koczkar, Carol Lamerton, Sandy Langford, Dr Fred Orr, Ron Salkeld, Philippa Skuja (Warden).

Parenting Workshops

Regularly conducted on various aspects of Parenting - with help from 'Triple P' - (Health Department NSW). Contact Amanda Wharton. 

Readers

Bible Readers work on a roster basis for the 8am, 9.30am and 6.30pm Sunday Services. For further information contact Greg Job.

Scripture Teachers

Many Scripture teachers and helpers take Anglican classes at Randwick Primary School each week. For further information please contact Amanda Wharton.

Servers Guild

Servers assist in Church services assisting the Clergy with Holy Communion and leading processions. Young people when Confirmed often enjoy this participation in the Services.

Sides Persons

These people assist at the church services by distributing the books and service sheets to the congregation and by collecting the offertories during the Service. Please contact Michael Mortimer.

Social Auxiliary

The Social Auxiliary meets roughly four times per year to arrange garage sales and the Annual Fair in November. They are a great fund raiser for the Church.

Sunday School

Sunday School commences at 9.30am each Sunday in the Child Care Centre adjacent to the Parish - except in school holidays. Children aged from 4 years to Year 6 are welcome to join the St Jude's Sunday School.

Women's Fellowship

Women's Fellowship meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 2pm in the Parish Room. A short business meeting is then usually followed by a speaker on a topic of interest. The Fellowship functions as a support and friendship group. For further information contact Catherine Job.

Working Bee

The Working Bee is held on the first Saturday of each month. Parishioners are encouraged to participate in maintaining the Church and Cemetery grounds, mowing, weeding and general tidying up. Your support is gladly welcomed from 8.30am.