Serving at St Michael’s

We serve because Christ first served us. Grace to us in Jesus frees us to serve him and each other.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)

“To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, and has made us to be a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father—to him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen.” (Revelation 1:5-6)

Our vision at St Michael’s is to see more disciples of Jesus shining as lights in our city. If you’d like to serve in any of the roles below (or in other ways) please fill in this form.

We have created a small questionnaire for you to follow to get an idea on how you can be serving and using the skills and gifts God has given you to bless others. We have also created a document with Serving Role/Team descriptions for you to better understand how you can serve at St Michael’s. Click the button below to read through and think about how you could be serving well.

Questionnaire hereServing Roles/Teams

Our vision at St Michael’s is to see more disciples of Jesus shining as lights in our city. If you’d like to serve in any of the roles below (or in other ways) please fill in this form.

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Serving on Sundays

For several ministries (including Kids and Youth teams, Jesus Club team, SRE teachers, English Classes teachers, Growth Group Leaders, Mobile Community Pantry Team), it is expected that you will:

  • complete Safe Ministry Training (essential for ministry to <18y , strongly encouraged for all);
  • undertake ministry-specific training;
  • read and comply with Faithfulness in Service code of conduct;
  • provide Working with Children Check details (essential for ministry to <18y);
  • complete a Safe Ministry Check (essential for ministry to <18y).

Music, Sound and Tech

Purpose: to facilitate congregational participation in Sunday services - in the hearing of God’s word, praising him and responding to him in song.

Function & purpose: To facilitate congregational participation in Sunday services, in the hearing of God’s word, praising him and responding to him in song

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team (music and tech) and to monthly serving (ie once/month), and in addition, to rehearsal ( as well as the run-through immediately prior to the service)

Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• A desire to use the gifts God has given you for his glory and for the building up of the church, including the building up of your team
• Commitment to ongoing development of your gifts and skills, and to the gifts and skills of others in your team
• Commitment to working with your team and team leaders to facilitate congregational participation in services, and the hearing and responding to God’s word

Children's & Youth Ministry

Purpose: to disciple children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Function & purpose: Our Youth and Children’s Leaders discipling children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations:
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at your growth group or equivalent
• Weekly attendance at the children’s or youth ministry you lead, including pre and post ministry meetings and preparation or pack down.
• Attendance at ad hoc events or camps
• Attendance at Leaders Training Weekend in January

Role requirements:
• A passion for discipling children or youth by faithfully presenting and teaching God’s Word in a contextual and age-appropriate way and coming alongside children and youth in sharing your lives with them
• Openness to chat to and partner with Christian parents and caregivers about the discipleship of the children in their care
• Ability to be in regular conversation with head leader about the ministry and to work as part of a team
• Commitment to weekly ministry service during term times as well as supporting ad hoc events and camps, including being on a planning and preparation for such events
• Commitment to personal Christian growth and growing in children’s or youth ministry skills (teachable)
• Praying regularly for members of the ministry
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). This includes currency with your WWCC, Safe Ministry Training and Safe Ministry Check.

Welcoming

Purpose: to develop a culture of welcoming and inclusion at Sunday services that engages and acknowledges all who attend, with a particular eye for the newcomer and visitor, and those who are vulnerable.

Function & purpose: To develop a culture of welcoming and inclusion at Sunday services that engages and acknowledges all who attend, with a particular eye for the newcomer and visitor, and those who are vulnerable.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team and to monthly serving, and to training as required

Role and Personal Characteristics

• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• Commitment to being outward focused and other person centred when at church
• Commitment to working with your team and team leaders to welcome all who come to church on Sundays, regardless of difference; to ensure safety for all who attend, and facilitate integration of newcomers and visitors
• A desire to use the gifts God has given you for his glory and for the building up of the church, including the building up of your team

Kids' Spots

Purpose: to engage parents, children, and others in the service with developmentally-appropriate teaching.

Function & purpose:
Kids Spot Leaders provide a ministry to the whole church by engaging both parents, children, and others in the service with developmentally appropriate teaching. Kids spots serve a dual purpose of reaching those of all ages with simple, yet theologically sound teaching; and celebrating the children in our congregations.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance expectations
• Rostered Kids Spot dates
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at your growth group or equivalent

Ministry
Role Requirements
• Prepare theologically sound and engaging (developmentally appropriate) teaching segments to be presented during the church service. If you are unsure whether you are meeting these criteria, please chat to a staff member prior to the day of your Kids Spot.
• Caring for children with a commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct)
• Being reliable in attendance and preparation.
• Liaising with the Children’s Minister or Congregation Minister if the Children’s Minister is not present.

Support and Development
We will support you in your role by:
• Praying for and with you
• Investing in your leadership development through training
• Providing materials for your ministry upon request such as props, puppets, card for signs etc.

Personal Characteristics
The following characteristics are desired characteristics for a person in this position:
• Servant-heartedness and a desire to care for and communicate with children

Hospitality

Purpose: to develop the community aspects of our church gatherings, facilitating growing of relationships and the building up of the body of Christ through ‘one another’ ministry that encourages others in Christ.

Function & purpose: To develop the community aspects of our church gatherings, facilitating growing of relationships and the building up of the body of Christ through ‘one another’ ministry that encourages others in Christ.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team and to monthly serving, and to training as required

Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• Commitment to being outward focused and other person centred when at church
• Commitment to working with your team and team leaders to ensure the provision of suitable refreshments in a welcoming and friendly environment that:
o cares for all - especially newcomers, visitors and those who are vulnerable
o Maximises opportunity for conversation and the building up of the body of Christ

Service Logistics

Purpose: to assist with the smooth running of our gatherings on Sundays

This may include assisting with:
- setting up or pack up (signs, flags, gazebo)
- communion preparation and clean up
- dealing with the offertory box/collection

Serving during the Week

Engage and Evangelisim teams

Purpose: is to work with our Community Pastor to Engage the community with sacrificial love and Evangelise the lost with the gospel of Jesus

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team
Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• A desire to use the gifts God has given you for his glory and for making the city (Wollongong and Corrimal) better for St Michael's presence and a heart to reaching the lost with the gospel of Jesus
• Commitment to ongoing development of your gifts and skills, and to the gifts and skills of others in your team

Children's & Youth Ministry

Purpose: to disciple children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Function & purpose: Our Youth and Children’s Leaders discipling children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations:
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at your growth group or equivalent
• Weekly attendance at the children’s or youth ministry you lead, including pre and post ministry meetings and preparation or pack down.
• Attendance at ad hoc events or camps
• Attendance at Leaders Training Weekend in January

Role requirements:
• A passion for discipling children or youth by faithfully presenting and teaching God’s Word in a contextual and age-appropriate way and coming alongside children and youth in sharing your lives with them
• Openness to chat to and partner with Christian parents and caregivers about the discipleship of the children in their care
• Ability to be in regular conversation with head leader about the ministry and to work as part of a team
• Commitment to weekly ministry service during term times as well as supporting ad hoc events and camps, including being on a planning and preparation for such events
• Commitment to personal Christian growth and growing in children’s or youth ministry skills (teachable)
• Praying regularly for members of the ministry
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). This includes currency with your WWCC, Safe Ministry Training and Safe Ministry Check.

Playtime

Purpose: to engage our community through the provision of a weekly playtime for pre-school aged children and their parents or carers

Function & purpose: Playtime is a key ministry seeking to engage our community through the provision of a weekly playtime for pre-school aged children and their parents or carers.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at Playtime, including arriving a half hour early for set up and remaining for pack up post ministry each week
• Regular attendance at your growth group or equivalent
• Attendance at ad hoc children’s or women’s ministry events

Role requirements:
• A passion for engaging members of the community who come to Playtime with sacrificial love, especially in line with our leadership principles of
o Practical service and caring fellowship
o Connecting with all ages and cultures, including the vulnerable
• Willingness to be involved in practical aspects of running the group eg. music, morning tea, talks and craft
• Praying for individual members of the ministry
• Ability to be in regular conversation with both a team and the Children’s Minister about the ministry
• Commitment to personal Christian growth and growing in either children’s ministry skills or women’s pastoral care
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). This includes currency with your WWCC, Safe Ministry Training and Safe Ministry Check.

Parish Council

Purpose: to strategically resource, endorse and provide framework for ministries in accordance with the church’s vision (strategic direction).

Function & purpose:
to strategically resource, endorse and provide framework for ministries in accordance with the church’s vision (strategic direction).

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year from AGM (usually March)

Attendance and Expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s and your growth group (or equivalent)
• Regular attendance at Parish Council meetings (11 in a year, currently 3rd Monday of each month at 7:15-9:30pm) and apologise in advance if unable to attend
• Commitment to growing as a Christian eg regular attendance at your growth group

Role requirements
• Contribute to formation of policy, approval of expenditure, determination of stipend/salary and allowances for staff, guidance regarding ministry within the parish and supporting Wardens with property maintenance
• Willingness to commit time outside of the meeting to liaise and action meeting decisions
• Respond to requests including approvals and circular motions in a timely manner

Personal Characteristics
• A person 18 years of age who is a member of St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral
• The following persons may not be elected or appointed –is bankrupt, is mentally ill or is otherwise incapable of acting, or has been convicted of a disqualifying offence (Schedule 2 of the Child Protection [Working with Children] Act 2012)
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ, evident in living with him as Lord, being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Integrity and confidentiality with respect to matters of privacy dealt with by Parish Council
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training, and training in recognizing and responding to domestic violence.
• Have an understanding and commitment to St Michael’s vision, strategy and values

Jesus Club

Purpose: to share the gospel with adults with intellectual disabilities and foster a church community for every person.

Function & purpose: to share the gospel with adults with intellectual disabilities and foster a church community for every person.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team and to training as required

Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• A desire to use the gifts God has given you for his glory and for the building up of the church, including the building up of your team

Growth Group Leader

Purpose: to establish believers through God’s word, prayer and their relationships with other group members.

Function & purpose: to establish believers through God’s word, prayer and their relationships with other group members.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian and as a leader
• Weekly attendance at the growth group you lead
• Attendance at growth group leader launch in the first week of term 1
• Regular (monthly) meeting with the relevant pastoral staff member

Ministry
Role
This ministry role requires:
• Praying for individual members of the group
• Faithfully presenting and teaching God’s Word, guiding group members to a deeper understanding, love and obedience to God
• Helping group members to respond to God in prayer (including supplications, thanksgiving, praise and mission)
• Assisting the group to care for and connect with one another
• Encouraging each member to serve others in ministry and evangelise others

Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ, evident in living with him as Lord, being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• integrity and confidentiality with respect to matters of privacy of growth group members
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training, and training in recognizing and responding to domestic violence.
• Relationship orientated with an ability to facilitate discussion and a willingness to care for growth group members
• A desire to grow in knowledge of the Bible, how it fits together, and how to study it.

Kids Club

Purpose: to disciple children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Function & purpose: Our Youth and Children’s Leaders discipling children and youth by proclaiming the gospel and encouraging children and/or youth to live their faith.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations:
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at your growth group
• Weekly attendance at the children’s or youth ministry you lead, including pre and post ministry meetings and preparation or pack down.
• Attendance at ad hoc events or camps
• Attendance at Leaders Training Weekend in January

Role
This ministry role requires:
• A passion for discipling children or youth by faithfully presenting and teaching God’s Word in a contextual and age-appropriate way and coming alongside children and youth in sharing your lives with them
• Openness to chat to and partner with Christian parents and caregivers about the discipleship of the children in their care
• Ability to be in regular conversation with head leader about the ministry and to work as part of a team
• Commitment to weekly ministry service during term times as well as supporting ad hoc events and camps, including being on a planning and preparation for such events
• Commitment to personal Christian growth and growing in children’s or youth ministry skills (teachable)
• Praying regularly for members of the ministry
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). This includes currency with your WWCC, Safe Ministry Training and Safe Ministry Check.

Caring for our facilities

Purpose: to maintain property to enable gathering and ministry

Options include:
- Lawn mowing
- Ground maintenance
- Brass cleaning
- Occasional cleaning (windows, kitchen, vacuum, mop, deep cleaning etc)
- Small maintenance jobs
Role requirements
- skills required may be variable from unskilled work to using handyman or trade skills
- time commitment will also vary

Creative & technical skills

Purpose: to use your creative flair or technical expertise to assist with the visual presentation and media produced for St Michael's.

Roles may include
- doing flowers in the church for weddings
- designing graphics
- designing and making props and other visual media for the church, hall or events
- assisting with photography or videography
- other (there may be ideas we haven't thought of)

Explore Jesus Courses

Purpose: to evangelise the lost with the gospel of Jesus by leading or showing hospitality at short courses run each term

Function & purpose: to evangelise the lost with the gospel of Jesus by leading or showing hospitality at short courses run each term.

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team and attending the course, and to training as required

Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• Commitment to being outward focused and other person centred when at the course
• A mission heart for seeing people hear from the bible for the first time or anew and willingness to follow them up to encourage them

Hospitality

Purpose: to develop the community aspects of our church gatherings, facilitating growing of relationships and the building up of the body of Christ through ‘one another’ ministry that encourages others in Christ.

Function & purpose: To develop the community aspects of our church gatherings, facilitating growing of relationships and the building up of the body of Christ through ‘one another’ ministry that encourages others in Christ.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance and expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• A commitment to growing as a Christian – attendance at a growth group or similar
• Commitment to your team and to monthly serving, and to training as required

Role and Personal Characteristics
• Commitment to growing as a disciple of Jesus and to maturity in Christ that is evident in living with him as Lord. This will include being marked by grace and gratitude in speech and action, and relationships that keep Jesus as Lord at the centre
• Commitment to safe ministry standards and to abiding by Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). We encourage maintaining current safe ministry training.
• Commitment to being outward focused and other person centred when at church
• Commitment to working with your team and team leaders to ensure the provision of suitable refreshments in a welcoming and friendly environment that:
o cares for all - especially newcomers, visitors and those who are vulnerable
o Maximises opportunity for conversation and the building up of the body of Christ

English for Life

Purpose: to engage our community through the provision of English classes.

Function & purpose: English for Life is a ministry seeking to engage our community through the provision of English classes.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance expectations
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at EFL classes
• Commitment to growing as a Christian eg regular attendance at your growth group

Role requirements
• The desire to engage members of the community who come to EFL, with sacrificial love, especially in line with our leadership principles of
o Practical service and caring fellowship
o Connecting with all ages and cultures, including the vulnerable
• Willingness to be involved in practical aspects of running the group
• Praying for individual members of the group
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Individuals with poor English skills are considered vulnerable, therefore safe ministry training, and a commitment to safe ministry standards and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct) is desired
• Servant-heartedness and an affinity for communicating with and relating to adults, especially those from other cultures and with developing English.

SRE Teacher

Purpose: to deliver of Christian special religious education in local primary schools.

Function & purpose:
SRE Teachers are visitors to NSW state schools in their delivery of special religious education and are representatives of the local authorised Churches to provide Christian SRE classes to students.

Period of volunteering: At least 1 year

Attendance expectations:
• Weekly attendance at the school you are teaching SRE at during school terms and times.
• Regular church attendance (i.e. weekly) at St Michael’s Anglican Cathedral Wollongong or Corrimal
• Regular attendance at your growth group
• Attendance of annual SRE conference or equivalent approved annual training course

Role
This ministry role requires:
• Preparing and teaching SRE lessons from the approved curriculum (Connect, Beginning with God or Big Questions).
• Complete SRE Accreditation training modules.
• Being observed teaching a lesson.
• Carrying a valid Authorisation card in the school at all times, and be prepared to show photo ID when asked by school staff.
• Praying for individual members of the ministry
• Ability to be in regular conversation with both a team and the Children’s Minister about the ministry
• Loyalty to your ministry team that includes being reliable in attendance and good preparation
• Commitment to safe ministry standards, specifically the relevant Safe Ministry Blueprint and Faithfulness in Service (our Anglican code of conduct). This includes currency with your WWCC, Safe Ministry Training and Safe Ministry Check.

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