Jesus commands us to love God and our neighbour. St John's Care is a key way we seek to serve the community. People frequently place food donations inside the church as an integral part of their worship. Others serve as volunteers, or as members of the St John's Care management committee.
Setbacks and hardship can strike anyone. An unexpected crisis, the loss of a job, health problems, family breakdown – whatever the problem, St John's Care is there to help and support all people, in a non-judgmental manner, with dignity and respect.
St John’s Care is located within our church precinct. It provides emergency relief, case management and a range of other services for those doing it tough. It is widely recognized as a leading example of such care in the ACT.
We have a small team of professional staff, who especially focus on case management. But the backbone of St John’s Care has always been our community of volunteers – people who use a diverse range of skills and backgrounds to give back to the community.
While St John’s Care works in partnership with Anglicare, it is overseen and managed by the local church.
Would you like to join? Please get in touch!
Community Lunches
A free lunch is held on the first Friday of the month from midday. Besides being served a nutritious, home cooked, two or three course meal, it is an opportunity to strengthen a sense of connectedness and community among the people who attend. We often serve around 75 to 100 meals per month.
Christmas Present Room
The fortnight before Christmas Day a Christmas Present Room is established. Presents are generously donated which enables parents to select a gift for their child or children. It is basically a toy shop without a cash register. Hampers are also provided.
Christmas Day Lunch
An open house is held each Christmas Day in the St John’s Hall. All are welcome.
For more information, visit the St John’s Care website.
For all enquiries about emergency relief, please call our centre on 02 6248 7771 between 9:30am-2pm, Monday to Friday.
St John's Care
For over 30 years, St John’s Care has been our parish’s way of seeking to show practical love in Christ’s name to those in need. Thank you for your support - every donation enables our life-changing programs.