The Church strives to make the journey to becoming a Catholic as straightforward and informative as possible. If you are interested or curious, please contact the Parish office so that the community can share their faith with you and pray for you. You are also welcome to begin attending Mass and getting to know our parish community.
ALPHA
Alpha has been running in our parish since 2018. Alpha is a tool for evangelisation that creates a space where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about Jesus.
Alpha is just the beginning. Once guests experience Alpha, they understand who Jesus is and can start to explore their relationship with him.
'We invite all Christians, everywhere, at this very moment to a renewed personal encounter with Jesus Christ, or at least an openness to letting Jesus encounter you.
The Lord abides in those who abide in Him; whenever we take a step towards Jesus, we come to realise that He is already there, waiting for us with open arms.' Pope Francis - Evangelii Gaudium #3
Come and See!!! Please contact the Parish Office for more information.
LADIES FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Looking for a good cuppa and chat??!! Our Ladies Friendship group meets Monday mornings at 9.30am in the Parish Centre. A wonderful group of ladies come together as friends…. There is lots of laughter, support and insight. New members are always welcome.
MEN'S GROUP
Men’s group is a wonderful way for our men to come together in a relaxed environment and experience fellowship. The men in this group meet perhaps for a chat and cuppa, golf, games night, footy nights and to also experience a friendship together that can also enrich their faith together.
Men’s group meet once a month for about 2 hours all are welcome.
ROSARY GROUP
The Holy Rosary is a series of meditative prayers. Catholics are called to meditate on certain mysteries of Jesus’ and Mary’s lives when they pray the Rosary. The mysteries of the Rosary are different for each day and consist of the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious mysteries.
Each of Mass centres regularly say the rosary:
- St Bernardines – after Wednesday morning 9am Mass
- Our lady of assumption – Sunday, 7.am
- St Catherine’s Jimboomba – Sunday, 5pm
FINANCE
The Parish Finance Ministry Group is convened in accordance with Canon Law (Church Law) and assists the Parish Priest in the administration of the ecclesiastical good of the parish. The members of Council are appointed by the Parish Priest. Membership of the Council also provides parishioners with the opportunity to participate in and share responsibility for the life and the mission of the parish. The council meet to review the finances of the Parish to ensure that sufficient funds are available to meet the on- going Parish needs and adhere to the budget.
PARISH LEADERSHIP TEAM
The Parish Leadership Team (PLT) shares in the pastoral life and development of the Parish, working to provide support for parishioners in their efforts to live as followers of Christ. The PLT come together monthly to engage and ignite activities and faith opportunities for the community in all the parish centres.
The community in our parish are invited and encouraged to discuss any parish issues, suggestions, ideas or questions. For information, please call the Parish Office on 33628770
COMMUNITY LIFE
Our Community Life team have a vision to help the parish grow and strengthen through making people feel welcome, known and supported. This ministry is set to embrace all of the ages and diversity within the Parish and draw the community together.
This vision is celebrated through ‘Cuppas’ after Mass, Parish dinners, R.U.O.K check-ins and many other activities.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
The Children and Families Team have grown a vibrant family life where parents and children have the chance to engage in their faith alongside each other. We hope to develop strong relationships with parents and their children at the schools connected to the parish and give them opportunities to deepen their faith. We hope that our activities and programs (like the sacramental program) will give families an avenue into parish life. As our parish has a very diverse and strong cultural community each year we Celebrate with a Multi-cultural Mass.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES: BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY
At the heart of our parish goals lies a vibrant vision: creating a space where children and families flourish together. We embrace the ‘joyful chaos of family life’ – from cheerful chatter to spontaneous movement – because these are the sounds and sights of a living, growing faith community.
KIDS CLUB: MAKING SUNDAY SPECIAL
Our Kids Club transforms Sunday Mass into an enriching experience for the whole family. When you feel your child is ready, they can join our dedicated team of certified leaders (all with current Blue Cards and Police Clearances) in the Parish Centre. Here, they'll discover the Word of God through age-appropriate activities and discussions, while you participate in the main service knowing they're in safe, caring hands.
ENCOUNTER CATHOLIC KIDS
Faith Through Fun Imagine a school holiday where faith and fun unite! Our Encounter Catholic Kids program is a dynamic one-day adventure designed specifically for primary school children. Recently, Regents Park Catholic Parish partnered with Ministry Brisbane to host an unforgettable event where children:
- Forged new friendships through exciting playground games
- Expressed their creativity through meaningful craft activities
- Deepened their connection with Jesus through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
The program creates a natural bridge between playful exploration and spiritual growth, helping children develop their most important friendship – with Jesus – in an environment that sparkles with energy and joy.
ALTAR SERVICES
Altar servers assist the priest during the Mass. Children from Year 4 upwards, who have been Confirmed and made their First Holy Communion may volunteer to be trained and be included in the roster to serve.
Trainee altar servers are also welcome to join from Year 2 and Year 3.
LITURGY GROUP
The Parish Priest, Music Co-ordinators and choir group leaders with particular interest or expertise in Liturgy meet several times each year to prepare for seasons such as Advent and Lent, as well as the major feasts of Easter and Christmas. New members are always welcome.
MASS COORDINATORS
This group ensures that each Mass is set up and that all Ministers are present. E.g Ministers of the Word, Extraordinary Ministers of Communion, collectors, parishioners for Offertory Procession etc.
READERS
Readers are named, Ministers of the Word which proclaim the Scriptures to those assembled at Mass to hear the Word of God. If you would like to be a Reader, please contact the Parish Office. Regular in-service is held to deepen Readers grasp of the Word of God and further their skills In proclaiming this Word and is essential before commencing this ministry.
HOME COMMUNION TO AGED CARE RESIDENCES AND THE HOUSEBOUND
There are many sick or elderly parishioners, living in their own homes who are not able to get to Mass. We have a dedicated group of ministers who visit them on a weekly basis. Extraordinary Ministers of Communion also visit many of the aged facilities fortnightly within Regents Park Parish. The Parish Priest celebrates the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick with the housebound in their private homes as well as the nursing homes. If you know anyone needing these Sacrament(s), please contact the Parish Office.
HOSPITALITY
Members of the Hospitality Group serve tea and coffee to parishioners after each weekend Masses on different dates at each church centre. This is a great way to meet and chat with other parishioners and build community and friendships.
OUTREACH AND SERVICE - ST VINNIES
The Outreach and Service ministry in our Parish aims to serve our community with love, respect, justice, hope and joy.
Vinnies members and volunteers reach out to the most vulnerable in our community through our Conferences, Special Works and Vinnies shops.
Please contact 33628770 for more information on how you can contribute in this valuable ministry.
GARDENING GROUP MINISTRY
This gardening group consists of parishioners who have an interest in gardening and want to enhance the Church Grounds. We have working bees occasionally, and individual commitment too.
CHURCH CLEANERS
Some parishioners in groups of 3 or 4 volunteer to clean the Church each week. We are deeply grateful. Contact the parish office if you are interested.
COLUMBARIUM
Memorial Wall: Provides a permanent resting place for parishioners and their families who wish to have their cremated remains interred at the St Bernardine’s Church, Regents Park Catholic Parish. Some parishioners may wish to place a plaque in this area to commemorate a loved one whose ashes or remains are interred elsewhere.
Contact the parish office for more details.
COMMITMENT STATEMENT
The Archdiocese of Brisbane and Regents Park Parish have a zero tolerance for all forms of abuse and is committed to safeguarding everyone involved in its activities, ministries and services. The safety and wellbeing of children and adults at risk is paramount.