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Pastoral Ministry Volunteers

From hospital wards to prison cells, Indigenous communities and aboard ships, the staff and volunteers of Centacare's Pastoral Ministries serve a growing number of people in many different social settings.

Apostleship of the Sea

Apostleship of the Sea (AOS) depends on volunteers to deliver services to seafarers on board and on land. Initial training and ongoing mentoring is provided. To find out how to become an AOS volunteer phone (07) 3348 6629 or email aosnat@bigpond.net.au

Catholic Prison Ministry

More than 100 trained volunteers alone work for Catholic Prison Ministry (CPM) providing court support and assistance to released prisoners. To find out how to become a volunteer in CPM's court support program phone (07) 3846 7577 or email cpm@cpmqld.com

Hospital Chaplaincy

Many other lay volunteers are trained through an accredited course to serve as hospital pastoral carers/chaplains. Centacare funds a limited number of part-time remunerated pastoral care/chaplaincy positions as well as a volunteers' reimbursement scheme. Pastoral carers and chaplains are supported through vibrant team members, an annual Centacare retreat day, workshops and seminars. If you are interested in finding out more about these positions, please email chalmersj@bne.catholic.net.au

Prison Chaplaincy

The State Chaplaincy Board oversees the accreditation and ongoing support of prison chaplains. Accredited chaplains are supported through monthly group supervision, a monthly meeting and annual in-service. They receive partial reimbursement of expenses. Full details of training required for appointment of chaplains may be found at the State Chaplaincy Board's website www.statechaplaincyboard.com. For further information email chalmersj@bne.catholic.net.au

Catholic Psychiatric Pastoral Care

Extensive training is offered to volunteers who wish to work as pastoral carers with Catholic Psychiatric Pastoral Care (CPPC). To find out how to become a CPPC volunteer phone (07) 3252 5461 or email cppc@bne.catholic.net.au

Family and Relationships Volunteers

Care and Concern

Centacare Catholic Family and Community Services Care and Concern groups serve their local community by responding to people's needs in a neighbourly and practical way. Volunteers may be required to visit the sick, aged or disabled; provide emergency home help; or transport people who have difficulty using public transport. To find out how to become a Care and Concern volunteer in your local area phone (07) 3252 4371 or email cfcs@centacarebrisbane.net.au

Community Support Volunteers

Day Respite

Centacare Community Support Services day respite centres continually seek the support of volunteers to assist with recreational activities, including art and craft, drama, music, games and outings; administration support; personal companionship; and gardening. For more information phone (07) 3324 0674 or email info@ameliahouse.org.au