Pastoral Services
Pastoral visits
We provide pastoral care visiting on a regular basis to the Albany Regional Hospital and to the various aged-care homes in Albany, including providing Holy Communion either by request or as part of regular Holy Communion services. This is conducted either by the priest or one of a team of trained, authorised lay people. For further information contact the parish office on (08) 9841 5015.
Baptism or christening
The birth of a child is a very special occasion and we at St John’s thank God for the precious gift of new life. Many parents wish to acknowledge God’s part in the creation of new life by bringing their child to the church for a baptism or christening service.
Often, young adults and grown men and women want to be baptised, as a public statement of their beliefs, perhaps as a result of choosing to follow the Christian way of life as an adult.
Whatever your situation, baptism at St John’s is a celebration of God’s absolute love for you.
Complete the form on your device, save to your device and email to: priest@anglicanchurchalbany.org.au
For more details, or to simply talk about this further, please ring the office on (08)9841 5015.
Marriage
At St. John’s we rejoice in the marriage of two people. The church is a wonderful place to be married, and we are open to meeting your needs. We can also perform wedding ceremonies at other venues that might be more significant to you. It is your special day. If you would like to be married in St. John’s, or by the Priest at an alternate venue, please send us the Wedding Application Form or contact the office on (08) 9841 5015 so we can discuss your needs.
Complete the form on your device, save to your device and email to: priest@anglicanchurchalbany.org.au
Funerals
Arrangements can be made for a Christian funeral service at St John’s in the Anglican tradition. Please contact the office on (08) 9841 5015
A Christian funeral proclaims the Christian hope in the face of death – Jesus Christ, whose resurrection is the promise of our own.
The service outline is as follows:
We gather in the presence of God, and remember the person who has died.
We listen and respond to the word of God, and proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ.
We give thanks for the life now ended, and pray for those in need.
We leave the deceased in God’s care, and we continue life’s journey.
Need Help? Community Outreach
Marthas Soup Kitchen
Our kitchen provides soup and bread on Mondays from 12.00 noon to 1.15 pm in the Parish Hall. Volunteers prepare several different nourishing and delicious soups each week. A small donation will also give you a cup of tea or coffee, bread and butter and a piece of fruit.
Emergency Relief
Food hampers are available in the Emergency Relief office at the rear of the hall on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
Mothers Union
St John’s Church has an active group of women members of the worldwide Mothers Union movement. Members meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 1.00 pm. Enquiries to Jane on 0428 858 024.
Mission to Seafarers
St John’s provides support to the Mission for Seafarers in Albany Port. The mission provides help to anyone working in the seafaring industry, especially those away from home. mts.org.au/albany
Op-shop
The Op-shop is open on Mondays to Friday from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm. St John’s Church is pleased to be part of the recycle/reuse economy and accepts donations of used clothing and homewares which are then sold at a modest price. The shop is full of treasures for the discerning shopper. Funds raised are used to support the various community missions. We also open on cruise ship days whenever possible.
