Our parish relies on each and every one of us to thrive and do God’s work.  Whatever your age or situation, we need your time and skills to make a difference.  Whether you have time to give weekly, monthly or on an ad-hoc basis, we do need you.

Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God.  Do all that you do with love.
St Thérèse of Lisieux

Our parish has a long history of participation, but we urgently need new volunteers, as many helpers are currently very stretched and some groups do not have enough to sustain them.  Beyond managing the workload, serving is what God calls every baptised person to do.  That’s why He’s calling you!

Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.
1 Corinthians 12:27

Serving is a unique way of deepening your friendship with God and with other parishioners.  We promise it will bring many blessings and put a smile on your face.  You’re never too young or too old to get involved in parish life, so why not join in?

Our life spreads light when it is given in service.  The secret of joy is living to serve.
Pope Francis

A Prayer for Help

O Lord help me by your grace
To offer myself to do your work O Lord.
For you blessed me and called me in my Baptism
To help others and to give of myself out of love for you.

Guide me by your inspiration O Holy Spirit.
Help me then to share what you have given me with others
That it may return to you an abundance of good works.
Grant me this grace O Lord, I pray, help me!

Participation Reflection

How can you help?

What time have you got to give?

What gifts and skills can you offer?

What energises you?

May the Lord guide you and open you to His grace
As you reflect, pray and consider how you could participate in parish life.

“Christ has no body but yours.
No hands, no feet on earth, but yours.”
Saint Teresa of Ávila

St Joseph's Parish offers a wide range of groups and ministries which you can learn more about by visiting either the Get Involved or Ministries sections of this website.

Pray, reflect and consider how you could help.

If you can offer some of your time or talents, please complete the sign-up form and post it into one of the ‘post boxes’ near the church doors or drop it through the letterbox at the Priory.

Our parish needs you – thank you.

We want everyone to be able to engage with our parish community to the extent that suits them, and are open to new ideas.  If you would like to find out more or offer your time or talents, please get in touch with the Participation Team by emailing office@stjosephs.org.uk.