RAISING UP GOSPEL WORKERS
Over the past decade, it is with great thanks to God that we have witnessed: Four people ordained as priests and sent out to serve in other churches; Eleven interns developed (64% continue to serve in paid local church roles); and Several missionaries sent out locally or overseas. It is a kindness of God that he invites us all to participate in his mission and that he raises up some to be ministers, chaplains, and missionaries. We have so much to give thanks for, however, there is still so much to do. With that in mind, we’re launching a 2026 training fund to help us get going with a renewed focus on raising up Gospel Workers.
We’re prayerfully seeking to raise $50,000 before the end of this year to help resource three key initiatives in 2026: (a) a bursary to enable someone to commence theological study; (b) employing more interns; and (c) resourcing a coaching group (led by a faculty member of Ridley) for those currently in the process towards ordination (in 2026 we’re anticipating 3-5 people from St Bart’s!).
If you are considering making a bequest to St Bart’s or have already included a gift to St Bart’s in your will and would like to talk to somebody or require more information, then please feel free to contact the office office@stbarts.com.au or call the church office 07 4636 2922. This information will be treated in confidence and is not binding.
Our finances are overseen by our Wardens and Parish Councillors who are elected by the parish each year at our election of office bearers. Parish Council are responsible for operations of the parish, particularly with regard to governance, property, and financial matters. The St Bart's Parish Council oversee three subcommittees: Finance; Risk & Governance; and Mission Partnerships. Our budget is approved annually at our AGM.
Our Parish Council members are: Neil Anderson (Synod Representative); Wendy Brodribb (Churchwarden); Peter Choi; John Cuff (Churchwarden); Greg Dickman, Jodie Gunders (Nominator, Synod Representative); Phil Magarey, Eugene Odendaal, Trish Rathie (Nominator); Dave Robinson (Churchwarden), John Strachan (Nominator); Kate Venables.
