WELCOME - Family Friendly Parish Project

OUTCOMES OF THE PROJECT AT ST MONICA'S

• Displayed photographs and contact details of all Parish group organisers in the church
• Organised a "Lift to Church" programme with a named co-ordinator (who has a list of volunteers) that can be contacted to arrange transport to and from Mass for those in need
• Set up a Parish Website, containing all relevant details about services and Parish / Diocesan events.
• Drew up a list of trades offered by members of the Parish, so that other parishioners (and Father) can call on them to undertake paid work.
• Displayed photographs of Parishioners who have died recently (with the permission of relatives) as many Parishioners may not know the name, but may recognise the person from a photo.
• Developed a link person / group in the Parish for individuals to seek help in bereavement, family crisis etc.
• Hold Parish Social gatherings.
• Developed the music ministry in the Parish, and involving the youth of the Parish more in the Mass; holding a regular Youth Mass.
• Provide opportunities for individuals / groups to gain access to the church when it is not normally open.