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PARISH PROFILE

St James Wyong

27 Byron Street

Wyong NSW 2259

Phone:

(02)4353 3699

St James Wyong Parish Profile 2015

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Vision: “Wyong Anglican prays to be a place where God’s gospel

gives life and transforms people to love like Jesus.”

Core Values: “Wyong Anglican has 6 Core Values. They are the DNA of our church

family. With God’s help we will be:

1. Biblical: We teach and are shaped by God’s authoritative word.

2. Prayerful: We express our reliance upon God through personal and corporate

prayer.

3. Holistic: We promote the gospel with words and actions.

4. Compassionate: We prioritise welcoming, caring for and supporting one another

through our congregations, small groups, and individual

relationships.

5. Equipping: We equip disciples to use their God-given gifts, regardless of age,

gender or background.

6. Engaging: We engage with our culture in ways that are deliberate, adaptable,

innovative and authentic.”

Mission: “Wyong Anglican will seek God’s help to achieve its Vision by giving focused attention

to following 4 Key Ministry Areas:

1. CONNECT – engaging with non-Christians via: outreach programmes & events, investing in

real friendships, & involvement with local community groups.

2. GROW – deepening each member’s understanding of God and discipleship through:

transformative worship services, empowering & relevant Bible teaching, and

fostering godly relationships.

3. SERVE – living after the sacrificial example of Jesus by: using our God-given gifts and

resources to serve the Wyong Anglican family, working hand-in-hand with

Samaritans to support the vulnerable, and mobilizing our pastoral care team to

comfort those who are hurting and in need.

4. GO – obeying the command of Jesus to take the gospel to the world by: prayer and

financial support of our Mission Partners, committing to equip and release our

members for gospel mission, and seeking opportunities to share the gospel with those

around us.”


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St James Wyong Parish Profile at a Glance

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Section 1 Local Neighbourhood Community Profile

- Area & Location 5

- Population & Community facilities 5

- Local Council 8

- Community demographics 9

Section 2 Parish Details & Statistics 11

- Sunday services: 7:30am & 9:30am 11

- Midweek service: Monday 10am 12

- Trends and Parish demographics 13

Section 3 Parish Groups

1. Outreach / Missional Groups 14

- WACKY (Wyong Anglican Crèche Kids & Youth) 15

- WACKY Crèche 15

- WACKY Kids 16

- WACKY Youth 17

- SRE (School Religious Education) 18

- ESL (English as a Second Language) 19

- St James Community Centre 20

- Music Ministry 20

- Welcoming Ministry 21

- Mothers & Others 22

- Samaritans Link 23

- Annual Fete & Garage Sale 24

- St Jimmy’s Singers 25

- Special Children’s Services: Easter/Mother’s Day/ Christmas 26

- Special Children’s Activities: Alternative to Halloween 26

- Samaritans Purse: Operation Christmas Child 27

- Scrap Book & Craft Group 27

2. Spiritual & Pastoral Support and Growth / Bible Study Groups

- St James Pastoral Care 28

- The Herald (Wyong Anglican News) 29

- Ministry Leadership Forum 29

Bible Studies 30

- Tuesday morning 30

- Thursday morning 30

- Thursday evening 30

- Younger Men’s Bible Study 31


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Women’s Groups

- Ladies Dining Out 31

- Mothers Union 31

Men’s Groups

- Men’s Dinners 32

- St James Men’s Ministry 32

Section 4 Other Parish Activities

- Parish Dinners 33

- Sunday Prayer Group 33

Section 5 Parish Council 34

Section 6 Financial Report 35

Appendices 36

1. Financial Report 2014

- Committee’s Report

- Statement of Financial Position

- Income & Expenditure Statement

- Auditors Report

2. Contact List for Welfare Agencies in Wyong


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ST JAMES ANGLICAN CHURCH

St. James is located at 27 Byron St. Wyong 2259. P.O. Box 316.

Ph. 4352 1474 (Rectory) or 4353 3699 (Office)

Section 1:

LOCAL NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMUNITY PROFILE

Area and Location

Wyong Shire is 820 Sq.km. of which the Parish is approx half. Much of this are the more

sparsely populated valley areas: Wyong Creek, Yarramalong and Dooralong.

With Gosford City, it forms the region known as The Central Coast, which lies between

Lake Macquarie to the North, The Hawkesbury River to the South, The Pacific Ocean to the

East and the Great Dividing Range to the West

Newcastle is approx. a one hour drive to the North and Sydney is approx. two hours drive

to the South.

Population

Shire Population was 149,746 as at the 2011 Census but Parish Population is only a small

proportion of this at approx. 28,000. Current Shire population is est. at 156,000, which

should grow to 200,000 by 2031


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Wyong Shire is one of the fastest growing in the State but the most rapid growth tends to lie

outside the Parish to the North and East: Warnervale, Wadalba, Woongarrah.

It is interesting to note however, that about 25% of our parishioners come from areas outside

the parish limits.

(a) Government Facilities and Resources possible for Mission or Outreach

Tuggerah Hall – Has been used for Parish functions.

Lakes Grammar – An Anglican School, Warnervale, has a multi-purpose hall which can be

used for public purposes.

Wyong High School - Has a multi-purpose centre, which has been used for ecumenical

services.

Wyong Primary School has a Community Hall.

Wadalba Community School – Has a multi-purpose centre.

Shire Sporting Fields – Wyong, Watanobbi, Wadalba, Tuggerah, Tacoma and Dooralong.

The Parish has made use of the latter three.

(b) Community Activities

Wyong Youth Centre – Run by The Salvation

Army with the support of the Business

Community and W.S.C.

Neighbour Centres at – Watanobbi, Woodbury

Park (Tuggerah), Wadalba, Wyong (Old Primary

School), Wyong Cultural Centre, Wyong District

Youth and Community Centre (Kanwal)

W.S.C. Library (Westfield – Tuggerah) and W. S.

C. Chambers

Wyong Senior Citizens Centre (Old Primary

School – Alison Rd.)

(c) Welfare Agencies There are a number of welfare agencies in the Wyong area and these include:

Family Crisis Services – of which St James has a Community Centre

Crisis Counselling

Housing Services

General Services

Legal Services

Koori Groups and Services

A comprehensive list with contact numbers is given in Appendix 2 of this document.

The Entrance Water Park


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(d) Health

Long Jetty Health Care Centre 4336 7700

Wyong Hospital 4394 8000

Gosford Hospital 4320 2111

Berkeley Vale Private Hospital 4389 9100

Berkeley Vale Nursing Home 43885388

Central Intake 4320 3500

Community Mental Health Worker – Wyong 4394 4947

St. Vincent De Paul (Mental Health Program) 4392 7522

0401 655 404

Wyong Community Nursing 4356 9400

Youth Health Services 4356 9333

Wyong Aged Care Facility 43531733

William Cape Gardens 43924111

(e) Areas designated for development

Areas designated for development are set out in detail in the ‘Wyong Shire Council Strategic

Plan 2014 – 2018’. This is an extensive document of over fifty pages and can be found on

Wyong Shire web site at www.wyong.nsw.gov.au.

(f) Major environmental/industrial areas

The highlands and valleys to the west are important

environmental areas in the supply of water to the whole of the

Central Coast Region. Currently there is considerable

concern being expressed with regard to the possibility of a

major coal mining operation being undertaken in this region.

The river valleys and coastal plains also contain significant

wetland areas, which are important refuges for local wildlife. A Wildlife Sanctuary is being

established on the site of the “Old Pioneer Dairy” to the south of the Wyong township and

will eventually become an educational/environmental facility.

The Tuggerah Lakes have been subject to a number of significant studies, in terms of the

rate at which silting has reduced their depth and the degree to which urban run-off has

impacted on the health of the lake system. The Shire Council and State Government have

been involved in major works to address both of these problems.

The shire contains a number of industrial parks/zones but those within the Parish include

“Tuggerah Industrial Park” (on The Entrance Road), Tuggerah Straight Industrial Area (on

the Pacific Highway), North Wyong Industrial Estate (Pacific Highway. All these are

medium to light industry and provide significant employment. Another Industrial Park on

Enterprise Drive to the south of the parish, similarly provides significant employment with

a number of food processing factories employing in excess of 100 workers each. To the

immediate north of the parish a further large scale industrial complex is taking place, which

currently involves a major Woolworth’s Distribution Centre and a large brewery.

Two Power Stations and their associated mines operate to the north of the parish.

http://www.wyong.nsw.gov.au/


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(g) Other

The town of Wyong is the major Commuter Rail Centre and with Tuggerah Station, which

is also in the parish, provides a facility for some thousands of commuters each day.

The town of Wyong also supports one medium sized shopping complex and one small

shopping complex. The major shopping complex is the Westfield Centre at Tuggerah.

Within the boundaries of the parish are three primary schools; Wyong Public, Wyong Grove

and St. Celia’s Convent, Four High Schools; Wyong High, Wadalba Community School K-

12, St. Peters College and Wyong Christian School K – 12. To the immediate north of the

parish are two private schools; Lakes Grammar - An Anglican School K - 12 and Mary

Mackillop Catholic College.

Wyong is soon to build a Shire Performing Arts and

Conference Centre, called ‘The Art House’

The town also has a TAFE. and 10 km’s to the south

is the Ourimbah Campus of The University of

Newcastle.

Sporting facilities are in abundance and provide for

most sports. Tennis (two complexes) Golf (two

quality courses), Cricket (turf wicket),

Olympic Pool, Hockey Complex (Olympic

standard), Soccer, Netball, Rugby League

(Wyong Leagues Club), Wyong Race Club ( a

quality facility), Baseball, Canoeing (Wyong River is often used for large regattas), Lawn

Bowls (two clubs) , R.S.L Club etc.

Wyong District Court, Centrelink, Shire Council Chambers, Shire Library, Employment

Agencies, Police Station and Police Communications Centre, two Hotels and one Motel

along with various government offices also exist within the parish. Half a dozen patrolled

beaches to the east of the parish lie within half an hours drive.

Local Council

Wyong Shire Council web address is :- www.wyong.nsw.gov.au

Tourism is an important industry within the shire but the major attractions of the Lakes and

the beaches lie mostly outside the parish.

The two river valleys (Wyong Creek/Yarramalong and Dooralong) which, in the past were

a major source of agricultural produce (dairying, citrus, market gardens, timber) are now

largely given over to “hobby farms” and turf farming. Commercial fishing is still a minor

industry (Tacoma Co-Op) but not of the level it was in the past.

Proposed Performing Arts Centre

http://www.wyong.nsw.gov.au/


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Community Demographics

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2011

% of persons

in Wyong 2011

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2006

% of persons

in Wyong 2006

% Increase

Total persons (excluding overseas visitors) 149,746 - 139,801 - 7.11%

Males 72,379 48.33% 67,485 48.30% 7.25%

Females 77,367 51.67% 72,316 51.70% 6.98%

Indigenous persons (comprises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) 5,464 3.6% 3,804 2.70% 43.60%

In the 2011 Census (held August 2011), there were 149,746 persons usually resident in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area): 48.3% were males and 51.7% were females. Of the total population in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area) 3.6% were Indigenous persons, compared with 2.5% Indigenous persons in Australia.

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People

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2011

% of persons

in Wyong 2011

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2006

% of persons

in Wyong 2006

% Increase

0-4 years 9,956 6.60% 9,128 6.50% 9.07% 5-14 years 20,370 13.70% 20,705 14.80% -1.64% 15-24 years 18,644 12.40% 16,666 11.90% 11.87%

25-54 years 54,852 36.70% 52,272 37.40% 4.94% 55-64 years 17,775 11.90% 15,444 11.00% 22.75% 65 years and over 28,147 18.90% 25,586 18.30% 15.09%

Median age of persons 40 - In the 2011 Census 20.3% of the population usually resident in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area) were children aged between 0-14 years, and 30.8% were persons aged 55 years and over. The median age of persons in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area) was 40 years, compared with 37 years for persons in Australia.

Religious Affiliation

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2011

% of persons

in Wyong 2011

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2006

% of persons

in Wyong 2006

% Increase

Anglican 45,589 30.40% 44,720 32.00% 1.02%

Catholic 41,136 27.50% 38,244 27.40% 7.56%

No Religion 26,630 17.80% 20,273 14.50% 31.35%

Uniting Church 5,881 3.90% 6,156 4.40% -4.67%

Presbyterian and Reformed 4,740 3.20% 4,998 3.60% -5.44%

In the 2011 Census, the most common responses for religious affiliation for persons usually resident in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area) were Anglican 30.4%, Catholic 27.5%, No Religion 17.8%, Uniting Church 3.9% and Presbyterian and Reformed 3.2%.


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LABOUR FORCE (Population aged 15 years and over)

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2006

% of persons

in Wyong 2006

Wyong Local Gov.

Region 2001

% of persons

in Wyong 2001

% Increase

Total labour force 65,045 - 58,666 - 10.87%

Employed full-time 36,028 55.40% 32,248 55.00% 11.73%

Employed part-time 19,864 30.50% 17,868 30.50% 11.20%

Away from work 4,063 3.60% 2,083 3.60% 95.05%

Unemployed 5,090 7.80% 4,810 8.20% 5.82%

During the week prior to the 2011 Census, 65,045 people aged 15 years and over who were usually resident in Wyong (A) (Local Government Area) were in the labour force. Of these, 55.4% were employed full-time, 30.5% were employed part-time, 3.60% were employed but away from work and 7.80% were unemployed.

The Norah Head Lighthouse

Photograph: Annette Flotwell


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Section 2:

Background

Historical Developments:- The parish is over 100 years old, having held its centenary celebrations in 2006 and for much

of that period served what was largely a rural community with Wyong as its centre. The

parish extended from Lisarow in the south to Budgewoi in the north-east and also served the

Dooralong and Yarramalong valleys to the west. It serviced, at one stage, eleven centres.

Over the last thirty years the development of the parishes of Wyoming, Gorokan and Toukley

and the closure of churches at Wyong Creek, Yarramalong, Dooralong and Tuggerah, has

seen this number reduced to one, in the form of St James, Wyong.

The original church was destroyed by fire in 1994. The new church/hall/kitchen/office

complex was opened in 1998.

Recent Geographical Developments:- The reduction of parish centres has been accompanied by a reduction in the geographical

size of the parish which now extends to Ourimbah Creek in the south to a poorly defined

area to the south of Warnervale in the north. The Dooralong and Yarramalong Valleys are

still part of the parish but do not have any official centres of worship.

Whilst the size of the parish has decreased, the population of the town of Wyong and its

surrounds has increased with significant growth taking place at Tuggerah, Mardi, Watanobbi

and Kanwal.

PARISH DETAILS & STATISTICS

1. This Profile has been prepared January 2015.

2. Wyong Parish has a paid Parish secretary 3 days a week but no Local Ordained

Ministers.

3. As stated in the historical background, there is now only one Church and Parish

Centre, which is located in front of the Rectory.

4. SERVICE TIMES, ORGANISATION AND PARTICIPATION

Sunday Services

The first service is at 7.30am. It is always a Service of Holy Communion, using the First

Order of Service on each first Sunday, the Second Order on each 2nd Sunday, the Third Order

on each 3rd Sunday, and the Second Order again on each 4th and 5th Sunday. Second Sunday

is often sung. The officiant is robed. Servers usually assist on the First Sundays. Regular

Sunday congregations usually number between 40 and 45.

A Welcoming Roster (issued quarterly by a particular parishioner) appoints volunteers to set

up the church, welcome worshippers, and distribute hymn and prayer books, and pew slips.

A second roster appoints lay members to (a) read the OT and NT lessons; (b) offer

intercessions (alternating with the Rector); and (c) act as chalice assistants. The appointed

psalm is read by the Rector and the congregation alternately (either by verse, or by colon).

Four organists playing at this service arrange their own roster; hymns are chosen by the

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Pew slips (single folded A4 sheet, printed both sides, and containing welcome, rosters,

mission news and important notices) are prepared weekly by the Office Assistant (with

Rector’s input). Oral notices are delivered by a Warden at the end of the service. Morning

tea in the hall follows the service, and all worshippers are invited to participate; kitchen

volunteers arrange their own roster.

The second service is at 9.30am and is a

“Family” orientated Service. The order of

Service is from “A Prayer Book for Australia”

and all wording is on a screen on the left hand

side of the Sanctuary. The computer is operated

on a roster basis. Again, rosters are provided for

meeting and greeting, reading of lessons and

chalice assistants. The number of regular

communicants is about 75. Notices at 9.30am

are generally given early in the Service so as not

to exclude those involved in Children’s ministry.

WACKY (Wyong Anglican Crèche Kids &

Youth) operates during this service. Music is more modern and is provided by a music team.

The music is selected by the guitarist, Paul Grant, who is the musical director. The 1st

Sunday of each month is often a Baptism service with Morning Prayer and is fairly informal

so as to be as “non-threatening” as possible to those who might be in Church for the first

time. Other Sundays are Holy Communion. Morning tea follows this service and is provided

on a roster basis – usually biscuits, cake, tea and coffee with a personalized cake provided

for any baptisms. Again, folk are encouraged to join in the fellowship provided by this time.

Mid-Week Service

The Service is currently held in the parish church each Monday commencing at 10.00am.

The service is led by the Rector and regularly caters for about 5 people, all of whom are on

the St James roll of parishioners. The aim of the Service is to provide an alternative setting

for Communion with fellowship and morning tea for those unable to be at our usual Sunday

Services catering for the needs of those attending. The group uses the church, the hall and

the kitchen. Occasionally, the service will attract folk from outside the parish.

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Section 3: PARISH GROUPS

1. OUTREACH / MISSIONAL GROUPS

MISSION SUPPORT

Mission Secretary: Daphne Bradford

Intention

Our Mission Statement:

“Wyong Anglican will seek God’s help to achieve its Vision by giving focused attention to the following

4 Key Ministry Areas:

1. CONNECT – engaging with non-Christians via: outreach programmes & events, investing in

real friendships, & involvement with local community groups.

2. GROW – deepening each member’s understanding of God and discipleship through:

transformative worship services, empowering & relevant Bible teaching, and fostering godly

relationships.

3. SERVE – living after the sacrificial example of Jesus by: using our God-given gifts and

resources to serve the Wyong Anglican family, working hand-in-hand with Samaritans to

support the vulnerable, and mobilising our pastoral care team to comfort those who are

hurting and in need.

4. GO – obeying the command of Jesus to take the gospel to the world by: prayer and financial

support of our Mission Partners, committing to equip and release our members for gospel

mission, and seeking opportunities to share the gospel with those around us.”

The Missions Secretary’s job is to encourage Parishioners to support their Link Missionaries through

prayer, through thoughtful giving and to co-ordinate the links between the Parish and its Missionaries.

The Mission Secretary reports regularly to the Parish Council, circulates newsletters and prayer letters

from Missionaries to parishioners, arranges missionary dinners, usually with a Missionary as a guest

speaker and when required organises special meetings to discuss missionary affairs.

The Parish has a strong affiliation with two Missionary couples from CMS. Matthew and Samantha

Archer in Bunda, Tanzania and Dave and Liz in East Asia. The financial support for this work is from

Parishioners. These regular donations are directed to CMS and remitted monthly via the Diocesan

Missions Target. In 2013, $9940.58 was given through the Diocese, including $5823 for CMS, $2581 for

BCA and $1064 for ABM. Several Parishioners attend CMS Summer School in Katoomba and the Parish

supports the annual Coastal Mission Day.

The Parish has regular BCA box holders and these are collected and counted in February and August each

year. Thank-offerings for the lives of departed loved ones are also received on a regular basis and these

are disbursed in accordance with the wishes of the donors. Many parishioners also contribute to the

Mission outreach work of Anglican Women. A “thank box” is collected prior to the yearly service in

Christ Church Cathedral.


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WACKY - (Wyong Anglican Crèche Kids & Youth)

WACKY Crèche

Leaders: Crèche Coordinator –Judith Smith, Alison Cooper recently retired from this position

Intention

Wacky Crèche is a wonderful opportunity for the small children 0-5 years to be introduced into our church

family while their parents are able to participate in the 9.30am worship service, confident their children

are happy and well cared for by volunteers who have completed safe ministry training.

The children are encouraged to love and accept each other from a very young age and they are able to

witness God’s love through their interactions with the volunteers caring for them. We aim to be the

foundation that the children can build their trust in Jesus and to prepare them for the next stage in their

faith as they move into the next ministry group Wacky Kids.

Wacky Crèche continually seeks to encourage the children and their families in their faith and family life

through regular interaction at church services and crèche.

Wacky Crèche provides a fun environment where the volunteers connect with the children through

interactive play with a variety of toys, puzzles and musical instruments suited to each age group. This

creates a happy memorable experience with the children and gives them confidence to return the following

weeks to crèche.

Tools of Ministry

The Wacky Ministry cupboard is well stocked with a variety of toys, puzzles, play equipment and dress

ups to provide variation and enhance their physical and mental development.

Risks to Ministry

The Crèche relies on volunteers to supply the supervision. If the numbers were to drop, crèche may then

require a parent to assist in the care of the children and they will miss the opportunity to participate in the

worship service.

If the Parish continues to grow a new space may need to be provided for the children so that the hall can

be an extension of the church service area. This would be a positive problem to have.

Outcomes The crèche is a happy and harmonious ministry which is running very smoothly at the moment with

training and induction folders for helpers to be provided in the near future and safe ministry training

compliance being continually reviewed.

Financial The cost is very low as plain biscuits and water are provided for a light snack, or a volunteer provides a

suitable snack. Approximate cost is $3 per week


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WACKY Kids 9:45 to 10:45 am Sundays in term time

Leader/Coordinator: Jill Horrocks

Team consists of about 7 teachers and 5 helpers

Intention To enable children (pre-school to year 5) to come to know and love Jesus and develop their own

faith.

To enable children to realize how they can live as Christians and share their faith, and minister to

others

Tools of Ministry Currently use converted rectory garage (one car space) as the primary space for the initial 10 mins

of the meeting

In this space there is data projector, tables chairs and whiteboard

In the split time the junior group remain in the garage space and the senior group meet under a

gazebo in the rectory garden , using tables and chairs

Teaching material is currently sourced from Scripture Union consisting of teachers books and

children’s magazines/sheets

Various other resources :- pens , glue, paper , photocopying, posters, craft material, CD’s and CD

player

Risks to Ministry Need for a person to coordinate the classes and teaching roster

Need for a minimum of 3 volunteers ( 2 teachers and 1 assistant) each Sunday

Suitable space to meet in

Outcomes About 6 junior children and 8 senior children attend each week probably around 20 regulars)

Children experience an enjoyable time with teaching at an age appropriate level

Friendships are developed amongst other church family children

Children have an opportunity to explore their faith, and talk about difficulties they may experience

in following Jesus in the wider world

Teachers themselves explore their own beliefs and faith when creating lessons for children, get to

know other members of the church family and participate in ministering to others (both the

children and their parents/guardians)

Financial Primary expense is teaching materials and resources (DVDs, craft material, morning tea,

stationary)

Safe ministry training and professional development for teachers and assistants

All major expenses paid by church (some incidentals by teachers themselves)


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WACKY Youth

WAY – Wyong Anglican Youth (for years 6 to 12)

Meets Sundays during school term from 9.45am to 10.45am with an average attendance of five youth

(although twelve members in total) and two leaders per week.

Leaders: Jasmine Horrocks (co-ordinator), Juliet Horrocks (may discontinue 2015) and Steve

Gerakios (irregular)

Intention

The goal of our youth ministry is to win youth for Christ and strengthen their faith and understanding of

Jesus as their Lord and Saviour through studying Bible. We seek to achieve this goal through our weekly

Bible studies and discipleship training times, social outings and youth camps such as KYCK; practically

through any and every youth related activity to bring glory to God.

Tools of Ministry

We meet in the ‘Crying’ Room during the 9:30 service. A personal computer and church resources are

used.

Risks to Ministry

The risks to WAY include a low number of leaders to draw upon and no regular male leader. Most of the

time it is depending on just two leaders. Numbers fluctuate significantly and there is a vast age range from

12 to 17 years old, making relevant Bible study material difficult to source. As a result, often material is

written by the leaders themselves. If all twelve youth members attend (a relatively rare occurrence) the

space is too cramped and there is a lack of room/facilities to grow into.

Outcomes

WAY is a vibrant community based on the in depth study of the Bible. It has seen youth members commit

to living for Christ and grow in their understanding and knowledge of Jesus as their Lord and Saviour

through weekly studies of the Bible. Throughout the year books of the Bible and topics covered has

included: ‘The Sermon on the Mount’, Ephesians 1-3: Identity in Christ, ‘The purpose of the Cross’ and

Proverbs: Wise Living. Individual members have started serving the church and our community through

music ministry, at the fete, helpers for WACKY and at our community centre. The group has also formed

close friendships with one another (despite different ages) and members have expressed their enjoyment

and thankfulness for the group. Other highlights for the group has been attending KYCK (Katoomba youth

convention) in 2013 and 2014 which saw a greatly increased attendance and our annual pool party.

Financial WAY depends on the church’s financial resources for weekly costs which include photocopying, study

resources, lollies and sometimes game equipment. The biggest expense is our annual camp (KYCK) which

is subsidised by the church.


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School Religious Education

SRE is taught at various schools in the Parish and in other regions.

Leaders Those currently teaching: - Wyong Public School – Jill Horrocks

Tuggerah Public School- Judith Smith, Paul Grant

Tacoma Public School – Judith Smith, Julie Hussey

Warnervale Public School-Julie Hussey

Budgewoi Public School- Ann Berry (Alison Cooper-helper)

Jill Horrocks coordinates and maintains the profile of SRE at the church.

Barbra Langford (Wyong Baptist Church) coordinates SRE in Wyong Shire.

Intention To enable students to know about the love of Jesus

To encourage the students to follow Jesus

To encourage Christian students to continue to follow Jesus and to share this good news with other

students

To connect with families in the community through their children by promoting activities and

events at various churches in the region.

Tools of Ministry The schools provide physical space and teaching tools such as Smart Boards

Teaching resources , teachers books and students books

Some craft material, stationary and photocopying

Guest presenters for Easter and Christmas assemblies

Professional development provided by Regional SRE committee or the Diocese

Class Sets of Bibles

Risks to Ministry NSW Department of Education allowing Christian SRE to continue

NSW Department of ED. changing the attendance of SRE to “Opt in” rather than “Opt out” from

2015 for Kindergarten (currently 70% of K-year 4 students do SRE, 50% year 5-6)

Parents choosing Non-SRE for their children

Volunteers to teach and assist in the classroom

Volunteers completing WWWC and accreditation

Outcomes

11 classes (220 students) have the opportunity to hear about Jesus through the ministry from our

church

220 families are connected to the local churches through their children’s attendance at SRE

Financial Teachers’ resources and students’ workbooks are paid for by the Minister’s Fraternal.

Some expenses, such as craft material, are paid for by the individual SRE teachers

Stationary and craft supplies sometimes provided by church

Photocopying and graphic design skills provided by church and church receptionist

Occasionally the church pays for presenters, such as Rick George from Bible Society, bible sets

for the class or Christmas gifts for students

Bible Society provides some class sets of bibles


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ESL - English as a Second Language Conversation Classes

Coordinator: Jill Horrocks

Team Members: Louise Hendriks, Helen Goodworth, Norma Alard, Peter and Thelma Carroll, John

Elder, Sue Rudd, Vicki Hungerford

Intention: 1. To connect with the multicultural community

2. To share the love of Jesus through acts of service

3. To share our faith in Jesus Christ

Tools of Ministry

Church hall, church space and kitchen ,each week Friday 10-12noon (set up from 9am . pack up

till 12:30pm)

ESL material purchased from Anglicare and other book suppliers

Computer (personal) and data projector (church)

CD player (church)

Whiteboard x 2

Guest speakers such as police

Risk to Ministry

Main risk is volunteers, absolute minimum each week is 2 but usually have 4 to function well.

Need at least 10 people on roster to allow for volunteers to attend other events on Fridays.

Numbers of adult “students” attending ( can function with 1 but best with about 4 or more)

Need of appropriate space to meet in

Outcomes

We have been operating since May 2013 with average of about 4 students each week (range 1-10)

We have definitely been able to assist people develop their English language

Have been able to serve people by helping with CV’s , social functions, becoming friends outside

the class times, assisting in job applications, visa applications, attended weddings, taught skills

such as cake decorating

Had opportunity to invite students to church events and services (some have attended)

Have had opportunity to share what we believe through class times especially Easter and Christmas

Financial Students donate $3 each week to assist in covering costs.

Costs in purchasing teaching material, and other stationary

Tea and coffee

Professional development events (registration)

Fees for displays at Expos and festivals


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St James Community Centre

Leader: Jan Garrard

Intention

Clause 1.3 of the Centre’s charter provides as follows –

The Centre has been specifically set up to operate a community emergency relief centre in Wyong.

Within that framework, the Centre is established for wholly charitable, benevolent and community

support purposes. Specifically, the purposes for which it is established include the provision of:

(a) emergency food, chemist and petrol assistance to residents of, or living near, Wyong and,

without limiting the generality of that, to those who are homeless or otherwise in need;

(b) courses on relationships, employment preparation, budgeting and debt management;

(c) financial and other advice to the disadvantaged and others who are considered to be at risk or

experiencing a crisis in living and, in particular, to young people of the Wyong township and

district;

(d) services supporting the preservation of dignity of individuals needing assistance in living;

(e) community services information and advice; and

(f) physical facilities for such support as informal coffee-and-chats, emergency laundry facilities

and personal ablution.

Tools of Ministry

Leasehold premises at 65 Howarth St. Wyong, including Landlord fixtures, furniture, furnishing and

equipment have been acquired for the purpose. Most of this has been donated by Parishioners and the

Landlord. The Centre is governed by a Management Committee of about 7 people who are responsible to

the Parish Council. The Centre presently has a Volunteer staff of a few people. Food is donated by

Parishioners and local businesses. The Samaritans organisation provides Emergency Relief (ER) vouchers

of various descriptions.

Risks to Ministry

Withdrawal of Government funding to the Samaritans organisation would be a risk. This would not stop

all activities but would be a major inhibitor to people coming to us for help. Security of tenure under our

sub-lease and lack of space would also be a risk to the Ministry.

Outcomes This Ministry only commenced on 5th March 2014. Not all of the purposes are as yet being undertaken.

Otherwise the Centre operates well, with substantial Parishioner and Clergy support.

Financial The major obligation is the rental (± 90% of all costs) which to date has been covered by donations. The

Committee is working towards the Centre becoming financially self-sustaining.

Music Ministry

Leaders: 7.30am service – Philip Cohen

9.30am service – Paul Grant

Intention

To lead the congregation in worship through songs in ways that suit the style of service and congregation.


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Tools of Ministry 7:30 am service: The service is mainly traditional and the organ is usually the only instrument used.

There is an electric Roland piano that can be played with organ sounds if the organ is not working. The

congregation uses the “Together in Song [No.2]” hymn book. The hymns or songs used are chosen by the

Minister.

9:30am service: The service is contemporary and a variety of instruments are used. All the songs are

projected through a data projector. The program used is Easy Worship, which accommodates individual

JPEG slides, video and PowerPoint. The music is chosen for the service by the worship leader, Paul Grant.

The band usually consists of piano, synth, drums, guitars and several singers.

The church owns:

HP laptop, for projecting during the service

Licence for Easy Worship software, used as projecting program

Data projector, mounted from ceiling, Retracting screen

12-channel sound desk (getting a bit tired)

Instruments: Organ, Electric Roland Piano, Drum kit, Bongos, Fold-back Speaker, 4 radio

mics, 2 chord mics

The church subscribes and reports to:

CCLI, Song Select and this is managed by Paul Grant

Risks to Ministry

The biggest risk is mainly times where there is no one to lead or play at a service. There are presently four

organists at the 7:30 am service, so this is fairly well covered. At the 9:30am service, Paul Grant (who

leads the worship) usually goes overseas for 6 to 8 weeks around Christmas alternate years. During that

time, it has been difficult for someone to step in and take over for that period. Over the past year in

particular it has been our prayer and aim to train others to lead worship and hopefully have two worship

teams who can alternate on a monthly basis.

Outcomes In both services, the performance stacks up well against the intention.

In both services, St James boasts congregations that love to sing and worship.

7:30 am service is done using traditional hymns, and in the 9:30 am service many songs that are listed

high in the CCLI rankings are sung here. In some instances, we are even singing songs that are written in

that year.

Occasionally, we have sung some original songs and, hopefully, as the Worship Team develops, this could

happen more.

Financial Ongoing costs are for: CCLI license yearly, Song Select yearly. Future costs: Microphone upgrade, as

the UHF frequency is phased out and Sound System and Speaker upgrade, as things develop.

Welcoming Ministry

Leader: Alison Cooper

Intention

The Welcoming Ministry at Wyong Anglican is recognised as a significant and valuable introduction to

the Parish. Our ministry warmly welcomes visitors, newcomers and established Parishioners into a

friendly and caring faith community.

We recognise and accept that people visit our church with their own needs and expectations; and we

therefore seek to help them feel they belong to our church family.


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Tools of Ministry

Newcomers are encouraged to fill in a visitors card to indicate how we can best care for them. The

Welcoming and Pastoral coordinators are then informed through the Parish office, this information from

the card is handled with great discretion and where appropriate a Welcome Pack with information relating

to our Parish and a welcome letter is sent.

The Welcoming and Pastoral Care coordinators work together to assist parishioners to achieve a healthy

personal and spiritual life, where necessary a referral to community assistance and counselling services if

the need arises.

Risks to Ministry

Risks to our Ministry are low, but ensuring team members are trained and familiar with the welcoming

procedure prevents visitors being overlooked.

Another possible risk could be not having enough welcomers and pastoral carers to achieve our vision as

our church grows.

Outcomes

Our Parish is well known in our local community for being a very friendly and welcoming church. This

alone is not enough if members are not acknowledged and cared for beyond their initial visits to the

church.

We are continually evaluating our welcoming systems and seek regular feedback from visitors and

newcomers to rectify and modify our systems.

Financial The cost is very low as the main costs are related to printing brochures for the Welcome Packs. We expect

that church growth and possible changes to Welcome Packs in the future may increase the outgoings of

this ministry.

Mothers & Others

Leaders: Harriet Connor (until end 2014). The group plans to take turns leading in 2015.

Intention

Mothers & Others aims to support local parents (especially mothers of children aged 0-5) as they seek to

know and love God themselves and raise their children to do the same. This is achieved by meeting

together weekly to catch up informally over a cup of tea or coffee, read and discuss a short Bible passage

and pray together. Where possible, children are cared for by a designated helper, which allows parents to

engage more fully in the discussion. The weekly meeting also fosters strong friendships within the

members of the group, who often support each other during the week with prayer, encouragement, child-

minding and providing meals.

Tools of Ministry

Mothers & Others meets in the morning tea room at church and also makes use of the kitchen and toilet

facilities. The group provides its own food for morning tea, but uses the church tea and coffee. The group

sometimes decides to purchase copies of a Bible study booklet.

In the past, we have had helpers who supported the group by making tea and coffee, playing with the

children and contributing to the discussion. On one occasion, a qualified counsellor within the parish ran

a 4-week course with the group.


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Risks to Ministry

The only risk to this ministry is the unpredictable nature of life with small children. That is, the group

members are rarely able to attend the group every single week, due to illness, changes in routine,

appointments etc. Consequently, the number of people meeting each week remains small (2-5). Having

said that, the number of core, regular members has grown over the course of 2014, so that we have rarely

had to cancel the meeting.

The group works much better when there are helpers to mind the children, which enables the parents to

engage more fully in the Bible discussion. Unfortunately, our regular helpers have been unable to

continue. The group can still function without helpers, but this situation is not ideal.

Outcomes

This group has proven to be a very effective vehicle for making and growing disciples. The group includes

mature Christians, new or non-Christians and those who are new to our church community. A number of

members have joined after having their children baptised at St James.

For those who are new to Christianity, Mothers & Others has provided a unique opportunity to ask

questions about God and learn how to read the Bible for themselves. Throughout this process, some have

committed (or recommitted) themselves to following Jesus.

For those who are more mature Christians, Mothers & Others has provided much-needed practical

support, friendship and spiritual encouragement at a busy, demanding and sometimes lonely time of life.

Financial Mothers & Others is a fairly low-cost ministry. The tea and coffee is taken from the parish supply, while

we supply our own milk and morning tea. The cost of providing these is approximately $10-15 per week,

borne by the members. Sometimes, the group decides to purchase copies of a Bible study booklet at their

own expense. Occasionally we use the parish photocopier to make small numbers of black and white

copies.

Samaritans Link

Leaders: Vera Brown (Link Officer) and John Elder (Disaster Relief Co-ordinator)

Intention

As the name implies, the Link Person keeps the Parish advised of Newcastle Diocese Samaritans’

programs, encouraging parishioners to be aware of the extent Samaritans operate within and support the

Wyong community.

Tools of Ministry

Information received from Samaritans Head Office is forwarded directly to the Link Person, through the

Church Office. No other tools are engaged.

Risks to Ministry

Nil

Outcomes

The Parish supports many of the Samaritans programs although, being located near the southern end of

the Diocese, not all activities of the Samaritans are offered here. Nevertheless, the Parish has significant

involvement in:

hosting the annual Christmas lunch at Wyong for some 400+ people in our community with no

family or friends to share that special time;

the disaster relief support for community relief in the event of disasters such as flood, fire, and the

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disability support to socially-isolated people needing contact (ALI);

Samaritan fund-raising events such as the Winter Appeal, sale of Christmas cards;

Emergency Relief (through the St James Community Centre)

In addition, a significant number of individual Parishioners financially support the Samaritans and their

programs.

Financial Nil expenditure; giving activities by Parish and Parishioners as outlined above.

Annual Fete & Garage Sale The St. James Fete & Garage Sale has been a significant church activity for many years. Over the last

twelve years, it has contributed over $56,000 to parish funds.

Leaders

The event in 2014 was managed by a committee of three, Christine Knight, Vicki Hungerford and John

Elder. This committee liaised with the Parish Council and the various stall holders re the set up and layout

of all the stalls as well as making contact with various community businesses who supported the Fete.

Meetings were held on a fortnightly basis for two months prior to the Fete to ensure all aspects of matters

like advertising, security, WHS etc. were fully covered.

Intention

While fund-raising was a prime issue, the Fete also involved the parish family in a united activity of hard

work, fun and co-operation, which has “mixed” the 7:30am and 9:30am congregations together. While

there are other church activities that do this, the Fete does it on a more extended scale.

As well, the Fete & Garage Sale is an important occasion to “showcase” the Parish to the local community

an engage in some outreach.

Tools of Ministry Over 3,500 flyers were distributed throughout the local community by the congregation. These flyers not

only advertised the Fete but also gave households the opportunity of donating saleable items (furniture,

clothes, toys, plants, linen, jewellery cakes, books, electrical items and “white elephants”) to the Fete. In

conjunction with the Fete flyer, a flyer advertising The St. James Community Centre and the work it is

doing, was also distributed.

Similarly, letters seeking the support of local businesses were also distributed by the committee.

Following the Fete, a “Thank You” letter was sent to all households who donated goods while a

“Certificate of Appreciation” was passed on to all businesses who gave their support.

Three stalls, “Kid’s Stuff” and “Bible Gospel Bracelets”, were directly involved in Christian Outreach, as

was the “Wacky Stall” (Wyong Anglican Crèche Kids & Youth) in the distribution of St. James Parish

Information flyers.

During the day, an information video, organised by Paul Grant, of the various parish groups and activities,

was run on the “big” screen.

Risks to Ministry

Three aspects were of concern. First the question of WH& S were considered in both the lay-out and

supervision of stalls. Second, the securing of personal valuables was addressed on a number of occasions

to avoid the possibility of theft and thirdly, emphasis on making the Fete an enjoyable and fun occasion

for the community was considered very important.

Disposal of materials left over from the Fete was by gifts to “Lifeline” and Wyong Shire Council pick-

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Outcomes Outreach to the local community, especially by the younger members of the Parish Family.

7:30 & 9:30 congregations, working together and getting to know one another better.

For the Fete of 2014, over $7,300 was raised on the day with some additional monies still to come in.

The re-cycling of “treasures” has saved a lot of land-fill. Donations of clothing and books to Lifeline.

The Church Family worked wonderfully together and felt

justifiably proud of a job well done and excellent contact with the

local community.

Local businesses, who gave their support are more aware of what

it is that St. James is doing in its support of those in need in our

community.

A Fete “De-Brief” will consider comments from the

congregation on how we can do it better next year.

St Jimmy’s Singers

Leaders: Max Cuthbertson (Parish Liaison) and Margaret Jenkins (Choirmaster)

Intention

The choir was started as an outreach to older people moving into the Shire and others who would not

normally have any connection with a church.

The choir is a non-denominational group comprising people from the Anglican, Catholic and Baptist

churches and others of no religious belief.

Tools of Ministry

The choir at this stage requires very little in the way of physical resources only the use of the church on

the day they rehearse plus the use of the church piano or organ. The choir also has need of the church

printing facilities to copy out the songs.

The church’s access to music and songs from the internet may be requested from time to time and they

also use the tea making facilities during their break period.

Risks to Ministry

The choir could falter if the Choir Director, Margaret Jenkins, were to leave but I do not believe that this

will happen. Only the withdrawal of the “Royal Charter” will cause the choir to fail. Short term absences

have been planned for.

Outcomes

The choir started with about ten people. It hovered around this number for some months but has now risen

to about fifteen. Denise Callaway who plays the piano for the choir and helps Margaret, has become a

member of our congregation and is helping to supplement the number of people who provide the music

for the 7:30am services. Others from the choir have also attended services from time to time.

The choir performed at the Christmas Carol service last year as well as a performance at a nearby

retirement village.

Financial With the possibility that the choir director would have to be paid, the choir voted for each member to pay

five dollars for every meeting they attend. Margaret Jenkins has not accepted any payment for her work.

The money has been paid to the church treasurer for use by the choir. As at the end of December 2014 a

total of $1,610.00 dollars was being held by the treasurer for the choir.


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SPECIAL CHILDREN’S SERVICES – EASTER / CHRISTMAS / MOTHER’S

DAY

Leaders: Jeremy & Jill Horrocks and the Music Team

Intention To share the Gospel in a child focused service that encourages children to play a part and to share some

of what they have learnt in WACKY kids & Youth. Encourage community to join the service or come to

Morning Tea.

Tools of Ministry

We usually use Scripture Union material and Sunday school materials. Invitations were sent to most

houses in Wyong with service times and invitation to join the congregation for morning tea out under the

front awning.

Risks to Ministry

Number of leaders is very small and often a large outlay of time for no obvious return in terms of more

families/children coming to church regularly.

Outcomes

Many people were encouraged by the services and often the numbers of children in church were more

than doubled regular services.

Financial There was no financial cost to the parish.

Special Children’s Activities – Alternative to Halloween

Leaders: Wendy and Stephen Gerakios and parent helpers

Intention

To give children an afternoon of fun in the church building. To give children of the church an alternative

to Halloween and a chance to have fellowship with each other.

Tools of Ministry

None specifically used.

Risks to Ministry

Nil

Outcomes

About 20 kids came, mainly our own church kids. The kids had fun and got to hear a message about

Jesus and how we have an invitation to the ultimate party in Heaven.

Financial There was no financial cost to the parish.


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SAMARITANS PURSE – OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

The parish has been involved in this outreach activity for a number

of years and with each year the number of boxes filled

increases. In 2014 the number reached 120 – an increase of 30 boxes

over the previous year and a wonderful effort from a parish of our size.

Most of the congregation is involved in this outreach and many of them

collect items throughout the year for inclusion in these boxes. The

intention is to collect items to fill shoe sized boxes to be

distributed at Christmas to children in the Asia/Pacific region. Items in

the boxes are typically for hygiene, play, clothing, education, a loveable

toy and a draw-string bag to the items to be carried in once the box has

passed its prime. Anne and Bruce Peel oversee this ministry.

SCRAP-BOOKING AND CRAFT GROUP

This group meets approximately 4 times a year. It meets in the Parish Hall when numbers are sufficient

and at a private home in Boyce Avenue at other times. The group usually meets on a Saturday between

the hours of 10.00am and 8.00pm and members are welcome to come and go as the need arises. There is

the opportunity for fellowship and the sharing a meals and snacks throughout the day.

The Craft Group mainly caters for those from outside the Church family although its activities are

advertised within the Church and members are most welcome to attend. Usual attendance on these days

is about 12 and upon occasions 3 of these might be from the Parish family.

The aim of this group is to provide a venue and stimulus for those interested in scrap-booking and other

craft and for the sharing and demonstration of particular skills of those attending and the group certainly

meets those goals.

No Parish funds are provided to the group, however those attending pay a small fee for the day and these

funds are donated to the Parish to cover costs of electricity and kitchen facilities.


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2. SPIRITUAL AND PASTORAL SUPPORT AND GROWTH / BIBLE

STUDY GROUPS

St James is a parish that has a strong focus on Pastoral care. Groups meet regularly for Bible Study and

this has a secondary function as it serves to care for the members and offer care and prayer when required.

Coupled with the bible study groups, is Pastoral care groups, which ensure that every member of the

congregation has someone to ‘care’ for them. The following section has been ordered to firstly describe

the Pastoral Care Groups, then lists and describes each Bible Study group, then an outline of the existing

groups for men and women separately and lastly other groups that meet in the parish for a variety of

different reasons.

St. James Pastoral Care

Leaders: Vera Brown (Co-ordinator) and Louise Hendriks (9.30 am service)

Intention

Pastoral Care at St. James Wyong is a means by which the Parish looks after its people. In practical terms,

it involves those members of the parish who have volunteered to be pastoral carers, taking responsibility

to “look out for” 4 or 5 other members of the parish family. Pastoral Care is non-intrusive, Christian love

in action and involves such things as conversations at church to see how things are going; a phone call or

visit if someone has been away from church – just to check if all is well; and when a church member is

sick, passing on church information such as news sheets and publications and just keeping in touch so that

people know that they are “cared” for and not forgotten. When new folk come to our church it is important

to us and to them that we let them know that they are part of a loving family that cares about them.

The coordinators serving the respective Sunday service groups meet as they see the need, to amend and

update data and to reallocate carers and those cared for as the need arises.

It is planned that pastoral Care will work hand-in-hand with the newly-initiated Welcoming Ministry, and

both leaders see that need as being necessary, beneficial and appropriate.

Tools of Ministry

The Parish Office Administrator acts as a point of contact when information is received at the Church

Office that involves the welfare of parishioners , and the information is passed on to the Parish Pastoral

Care Co-ordinator. Otherwise, pastoral carers use their own emails, transport, telephones and word-of-

mouth to keep in contact.

Risks to Ministry

Pastoral Care ministry relies on volunteers. This needs to be constantly monitored and steps taken to

recruit and train the Pastoral Care Team. Training sessions are programmed periodically.

Outcomes

Generally, the system operates well. Care is taken over the appointment and training of Pastoral Carers,

who are encouraged to report to the Co-ordinator. Two matters, still need attention:

1. A more closely-monitored reporting function; and

2. Probably more importantly is the creation and implementation of a system whereby communion

and visitation could be more effectively delivered to parishioners unable to attend services due

to illness of incapacity.

Financial Other than Office Administrator’s time (see above), nil.


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The Herald (Wyong Anglican News)

Leaders: Bryan Brown

Intention A quarterly Parish magazine distributed to (in the main) its parishioners, with content ranging from

matters of general Christian contemporary and historical interest, puzzles and cartoons, photographs, a

children’s page, information from Parish Council, contact details, profiles, and Parish ministry activities

gathered as appropriate under the Parish’s four Mission Statement heading areas: “Grow”, “Connect”,

“Serve” and “Go”.

Tools of Ministry Microsoft Publisher application (property of Editor)

Internet access (for research, etc)

Photocopying facility, Parish membership database, envelopes, stapler

Risks to Ministry Although contributions are sought, encouraged and received from parishioners, preparation is undertaken

by one person, presently without backup.

Outcomes

Information, education and general interest to parishioners on Parish and Christian matters generally. It

is available to parishioners on the first Sunday of March, June, September and December in each year. It

is broadly well-received, though naturally not of interest to everyone.

Financial The “Herald” makes as little demand as possible on the time and input of paid Parish staff. Finished

copies are picked up at church where possible, or distributed by hand under Pastoral Care arrangements.

Remaining copies are posted. Production and postage costs amount to about $400 per annum. To date,

the “Herald” has not generated income, but those responsible for its production have Parish Council

approval to conduct, from 2015, an annual camellia show in the church hall, provisionally expected to

generate income of at least twice the amount of the “Herald’s” production and distribution costs.

Electronic distribution has been considered (including the possibility of availability on the parish website),

and probably will happen in the future, but a decision in that regard has been deferred for the time being.

Ministry Leadership Forum

Leaders: Rector and Bryan Brown (Parish Council liaison)

Intention

The Parish’s Ministry Leadership Forum is a regular monthly meeting of all leaders of ministry activities

in the Parish, normally chaired by the Rector.

The Forum serves several purposes. First and foremost, it operates to systematically inform the Rector of

what is happening in the Parish’s various ministry areas and (particularly) of the positive outcomes and

achievements which might not otherwise come to the Rector’s notice. Secondly, it allows each leader to

informally assess whether their activity areas are all working “on the same page” and in accordance with

the Parish Vision, Mission and Values. Thirdly, it provides a regular opportunity for support, suggestion

and edification by all leaders for all leaders.


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Tools of Ministry

Venue for meeting. Church hall area is used for the purpose.

Risks to Ministry

Nil

Outcomes

Each leader is asked to present to each meeting a short report or update of activities in the past month, and

to identify one “joy” and one “struggle” in their ministry.

Meetings are informal; they are normally of 60-90 minutes duration; they are open to all parishioners

(though not usually announced publicly). The Forum does not make decisions in the sense of policy, not

does it have authority to do so. At this stage, it has not considered it necessary, having regard to its

purpose, to keep any record of its discussions. At the direction of Parish Council, the individual leaders

collectively report quarterly to the Council at its February, May, August and November meetings.

Requests in between times for direction, assistance, funding approvals, and the like are able to be referred

directly to any Parish Council meeting.

Financial Nil, other than that associated with use of the building.

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

Tuesday Morning

The groups meets at 9.45 am in the Parish Hall. Traditionally led by the Rector. The group begins the

study with a time of sharing and prayer. The Bible study proper follows. At the start of each school term

the group will discuss and decide which topics, passages, or books the group wishes to study for that term.

The studies will either be from a Bible Study book, or the Rector will prepare the study. The group will

conclude the year by looking at the seven “I am” sayings of Jesus in John’s Gospel.

Thursday Morning

The Group meets at 10am in the home of Roy and Sondra Ereaux in Chittaway Bay. The morning starts

with tea or coffee, then a time of sharing and prayer. Each week we study a Bible passage from a Life

Guide Bible Study book. We alternate between studying a Christian theme and then a Biblical book. In

2014 we completed a series of studies on Christian Integrity and we are currently studying the letter of

James. The group is led by Peter and Thelma Carroll.

Thursday Evening

The group meets in the Parish Hall at 7.30 pm starting with tea or coffee. The study follows in which a

range of topics on Christian themes are discussed. During 2014 the group has studied Daniel and the Life

Guide book “Meeting God”. Members are encouraged to contribute so that open discussion is a feature

of the meetings. The evening concludes with a time of prayer for members, for the Parish, and for other

issues.

There is a break during school holidays, and each term there is a special dinner, when partners who do

not attend and other friends are invited. The group is led by Christine Knight and Philip Cohen.


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Younger Men’s Bible Study

The men’s bible study group may be small in number but they have a huge dedication to what they are

trying to accomplish. The men meet every Saturday at St James at 8.15am – a time which enables those

who work and especially commuters to gather to study God’s word. The number can vary between 2 and

6 and they are always hopeful that others will feel the need and join them. The aim of the group is to

study God’s word and to pray for each other. They use the hall for the meeting and the kitchen for a

cuppa. No financial support is needed from the parish and the group does not, presently, include anyone

from outside the church family.

Northern Region Bible Study

This Bible Study is due to start in the Northern Region of the Parish on Monday nights in 2015.

WOMEN’S GROUPS

Ladies Dining Out

We meet every first Monday night of the month for dinner and some lively conversation and laughter.

There is a core group of around eight ladies meeting every month. We are also often joined by ladies

who are friends of some of the regular ladies. Numbers are regularly around 12 and on “special

birthdays” numbers have swelled to 25. It’s a great opportunity to get to know other women in a

relaxed and fun environment. We are currently meeting at the Grand Hotel Wyong where the food is

good and it’s not crowded. There is also no steps to negotiate for anyone who needs easier access. Our

last meeting of the year is usually in November when we relent and invite husbands along. Contact

person is Irene Branford.

Mothers Union

St James Mothers Union is run under the auspices of the Newcastle Diocese and has been running in the

Parish for over 50 years. There are currently 14 members who meet in the parish hall on a monthly basis.

During the winter months meetings are held in members’ homes for Saturday lunch. The group aims to

be a prayer and outreach arm of the church with particular emphasis being placed on the Christian

upbringing of children and this aim is certainly achieved. The group provides "baby bundles' [a wrapped

collection of baby needs] to underprivileged mothers of babies born at Wyong Hospital and also provides

a pair of knitted bootees which are given to the mothers of all babies born at the hospital.

Over the years we have knitted beanies for African orphans and Mission to Seafarers, skullcaps for

soldiers in Afghanistan, 150 blankets for the Fistula Hospital in Ethiopia and Teddy bears for the baptisms

at St. James.

A Christmas party is held for some of our parishioners who are living alone. Mothers Union uses all the

facilities provided by the parish as and when they are required but otherwise are self-supporting.


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MEN’S GROUPS

Men’s Dinners

Leaders: John Elder

Intention The intentions of the group is to involve the men of the parish in a social get together; to provide an

outreach to men whose involvement with the parish is limited; to worship together in a short simple service

in the church and to provide quality speakers on both religious and other areas of interest. Men’s dinners

are held in the church hall three times a year. The dinners are preceded by a short service in the church

and a period of fellowship prior to the meal being served.

Tools of Ministry

The group uses the church, the hall, the kitchen and its facilities and the parish office is used for the

preparation, printing, distribution and follow-up action of the invitations.

Risks to Ministry

The ministry is well-supported, and there are no risks to it, as such. Nominal and minimal domestic-type

risks to individuals are associated with preparation and service of food.

Outcomes

These intentions (above) are met on all levels. The group has met continually for well over 20 years and

is one of the most popular functions run by the parish. Typically 25 to 30 men attend with 5 or 6 of those

not being church attendees.

Financial A nominal charge to those attending is made for the night and, once catering costs have been met, the

balance of these funds is donated to the parish.

St James Men’s Ministry

St James Men’s Ministry is about encouraging the men within our church to build deeper relationships

with other men, inside the church and with their mates outside the church. We are about getting together

for dinners and breakfast’s and other appropriate activities.

Each of these activities is designed to get to know each other and our mates better. Praying, Supporting

and Encouraging is the cornerstone of this ministry, closely followed by enjoying our walk together

towards being stronger Christian men.

Hebrews10:23-25 clearly provides the guidelines: “Let us hold on firmly to the hope we profess, because

we can trust God to keep his promise. Let us be concerned for one another, to help one another to show

love and to do good. Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us

encourage one another all the more, since you see that the Day of the Lord is coming nearer”

The Men's Ministry is also about inspiring the men in our church to serve, to be involved in our Church

working bees and other church based events and activities.


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OTHER PARISH ACTIVITIES

Parish Dinners

Every year the parish holds a Parish Dinner. Some

years it has been a ’Christmas in July’ evening, and

other years it has been held later in the year to

celebrate the end of the year. On every occasion the evening has always been

special in some way or other. Entertainment is

usually provided by the parishioners themselves, with

many being talented in various ways. Poetry

readings, Sung solos, Bush band and other

theatrical pieces have been performed to the delight of all.

Sunday Prayer Group

This group has been running for many years and has developed into a permanent group who meet in the

‘crying room’ between the two Sunday services. The aim of the group is to seek God’s plan for our Parish

and to enlist His help, by prayer, to reach those goals. The group can discuss matters pertaining to the

present time and how we see the parish might grow and operate in future years and seeks the guidance

and grace of God on ways to achieve these goals. Numbers are small which is sometimes surprising since

the group is formed within a Church but new prayers and supporters are always welcome we are aware

that God only requires 2 or 3 to be gathered together in His name, to hear their requests and to act.

Rosters

Many of the church members are actively involved in the upkeep and running of the church. A cleaning

roster involves members in assisting with the cleaning of the church once a fortnight with a paid cleaner

on alternative weeks. A lawn roster helps with the mowing and small regular gardening of the church

grounds. A quarterly clean-up ‘working bee’ tackles the bigger outside jobs and brings many folk together

to work alongside each other. However, OH&S has dampened the enthusiasm of many as there are now

many jobs that are deemed too dangerous to do and a professional with insurance is only allowed.


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PARISH COUNCIL

What aspects of the Parish’s history might be useful for a new Rector to be aware of?

The community has changed from being rural to a Sydney commuter belt.

There are two main groups of people in the area today – middle class retirees (who are well

reflected in the congregation) and those receiving some form of financial government assistance

(very high levels of benefit payments in the Wyong Shire).

The original township of Wyong has moved from being around the present church site to the other

side of the railway and highway.

Over recent years two distinct Sunday services have developed – one traditional and one

contemporary.

Wyong has become an “Evangelical” parish with a strong focus on the Scriptures

There is a Roman Catholic Church right next door to the church and there has always been a very

good relationship between the two churches.

What do you value most about the parish of Wyong?

Family, friendly atmosphere

Strong core of bible based & prayer focused people.

Strong pastoral care.

Congregation members discuss spiritual issues openly.

People are flexible & willing to try new ideas & events.

Contemporary music at 9.30 service and traditional music at 7.30am.

Solid financial base.

An acceptance of the movement of parishioners e.g. Retirees travel & family commitments.

Mission support is very generous.

Commitment – a very strong group of committed people.

What areas of the Parish’s ministry need most attention?

Communal prayer.

Stewardship.

More congregational involvement in church services including youth & children.

Develop all our spiritual lives.

What directions do you consider that the Parish should be taking in the future?

Establishing new styles of church (intergenerational).

Development and use of website for communication and outreach.

Recognising that the parish reflects an aging population to focus on younger generations.

More prayerful.

If we had to set four clear goals for the next stage of Wyong parish’s ministry, what might be

considered by Parish Council to be among these goals?

Outreach – wider & deeper

Prayer revival.

Continue to spiritually build up the congregation.

Stewardship of time, talents and finance.


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FINANCES

1. AGM Audited Accounts

The 2014 AGM audited accounts are attached as Appendix 1.

2. Diocesan Contribution

2014 Annual contribution was $5,470

3. Trusts

Mission Trust bank account – funds from parishioners regular giving held temporarily &

transferred to nominated missions on a regular basis through Diocese

4. Debts

None. Only service supply creditors paid monthly

5. Buildings:-

Church/Hall complex (brick). Sixteen years old. Pew seating will accommodate 120 but by

opening the operative walls to hall, this can be expanded to seat up to 250. Besides the office,

vestry, cry-room and toilets, there is a fully equipped commercial standard kitchen and two store

rooms. The church is fitted with a “hearing loop” and an excellent sound system. The buildings

are in excellent condition and designed for undercover and wheelchair access with off-street

parking for twenty cars. Church furniture & fittings & air conditioning.

Rectory – (brick and ship-lap). Located immediately behind the Church. Twenty seven years old,

in good condition with a new kitchen and renovated bathroom. Double garage (brick with

undercover access to the rectory) with automatic door openers and a garden shed. The building

has four bedrooms, all with built-ins, two bathrooms and two toilets. There is a 3.5hp air

conditioner which services the up-stairs area of the kitchen, family-room, dining and lounge

rooms. There is an upstairs balcony with a pleasant outlook to the east.

6. Equipment:-

Organ (Conn 652) 22 years old but completely refurbished in 2011 and in excellent condition.

Piano/Organ (Roland) 10 years old in excellent condition

Congo Drums – excellent

Computer equipment with scanner and photocopier – working condition

Lap-top computer 1 year old for use in church

Phone answering machine and Fax

Paper shredder

Mower (completely refurbished in 2011) and whipper-snipper (good)

Data projector and screen

TV, VCR and DVD player

Wide variety of preschool play equipment

ANGLICAN PARISH OF YVYONG

ABN: 27 330 736 630

FINANCIAL REPORTFOR THE YEAR ENDED

31 DECEMBER 2014

ANGLICAN PARISH OF WYONGABN: 27 330 736 630

COMMITTEE'S REPORT

Your committee members submit the financial report of the Angltcan Parish of Wyong for the financial yearended 31 December, 2014.

Cornmittee Membetp

The names of committee members throughout the year and at the date of this report are:

Jeremy Horrocks

John Knight

Alison CooperJohn Hursl

Vicki Hungerford

Bryan Brown

John GaradDaphne Bradford

Alex Lee

John Elder (Emeritus)

Principal Activities

The principal activity of the Anglican Parish of Wyong during the financial year was the operation of thechurch.

Significant Ghanges

No significant change in the nature of these aclivities occurred during the year.

Operating Result

The deficit amounted to914,22A@013: $10,354 deficit).

Signed in accordance with a reeolution of the Members of the Committee-

secretary: tdii. lf;;i't,.u,i'ri{r.Vicki Hungorford'f

lt1li . .trnTreasursr: - - tlJ;V-.:*:-{John Hurst

;iDated thls 16th day of February'2o1s

ANGLICAN PARISH OF VVYONG

ABN: 27 330 736 630

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONASAT31 DECEMBER2Ol4

Note2014

D

2013$

ASSETSCURRENT ASSETSCash and cash eouivalentsFinancial assetsTOTAL CURRENT ASSETS

NON.CURRENT ASSETSProperty, plant and equipmentTOTAL NON.CURRENT ASSETSTOTAL ASSETS

LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIESTrade and other payables

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIESTOTAL LIABILITIESNET ASSETS

EQUITYRetained earningsTOTAL EQUITY

13,7622-96,4s4270,216

26,137253,1 85279,322

787.715 793,145787.715 793,145

1,057,931 1,072.467

Z,6I U 3,1 963,1862,870

2,870 3,1861.055,061 1,069,281

1,055,061 1,069,281

___l-,055,qa! ____1,09929L

The accompanying notes form part of these finEncial statements.page 3


INCOME & EXPENDITURE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2014

2014 2013$9

INCOMECoral Group CollectionsDonations ReceivedChristian MinistryFundraisingMissions lncomeSurplice FeesOther IncomePower GeneratedMens DinnersESL Classes

OTHER INCOMEDividends ReceivedInterest ReceivedOfferings & GivingsDirect DepositsProfit (Loss) on Disposal of Investments

1,71s21,947

4207,6208,481

1,025987

2,498402270

2,326

7,089

1,65;823

45,365 't 1,888

5,87;84,73425,175

1528,396

108,023

1.991

1',t5,788 118,602

161,153 130,490

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ANGLICAN PARISH OF V\IYONG

ABN: 27 330 736 630

INCOME & EXPENDITURE STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2014

2014$

2013$

EXPENSESAdvertisingAuditor's RemunerationBank ChargesChristian EducationCleaningClergy ReliefCommunity SupportCourses & SeminarsDepreciationDiocesan ContributionsDonationsEvents ExpenseInsuranceKitchen & Bathroom Supplies

Licensing FeesLight & PowerLong Service LeaveMission WeekMission SendingsParental Scheme LevyPrinting & StationeryRates & TaxesRector's StipendRector's Car Depreciation Allowance

Religious Materials

Rent - Ministry CentreRepairs & MaintenanceSalaries & WagesSundry ExpensesSuperannuation ContributionsTelephoneTraining CostsWebsite CostsYouth Ministry

Deficit for the year

4081,000

91

1,2592,340

550493

1,06915,100

5,471714

1,7448,828

851

5,8361,320

3758,481

2404,9881,444

56,5147,260

28914,3002,466

15,9431,4589,6902,716

1801,000

381,7ffi2,575

450

$,27;5,011

140

8,351

25;3,2081,188

2402,9851,919

54,3407,264

571

4,61815,378

2,O43

8,9981,691

1,547

3601.775

175,373 14't,021

_!14,2n)_ _ggg9!

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2014

2014$

2013$

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIESReceipts from customersPayments to suppliers and employeesDividends receivedlnterest receivedNet cash provided by operating activities

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIESProceeds from sale of investmentsPayments for property, plant and equipmentPayments for investments

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

Net increase (decrease) in cash held

Cash at beginning of financial year

Cash at end offinancial year

155,271(160,589)

5.879561

(9,670)

(9.670)

(e,10e)

279,322270,216

121,910(124,774)

1928.3965.724

10,386(1,984)

(1921

8.210

13,934265.388

_ 279.322

The accompanying notes form part of these flnancial statements.rage 5

SISHOP COLLINS

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORTTO THE MEMBERS OF ANGLICAN PARISH OF VI'YONG

ABN: 27 330 736 630

Raport on the Financial Report

I have audited the accompanying financial report, being a speciai purpose financial report, of AnglicanParish of Wyong which comprises the statement of financial position as at 31 December, 2014, statemeflt ofcomprehensive income, staternent of recognised income and expenditure and statement of cashflows, asummary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes and the statement by members ofthe committee.

Committee's Responsibitity for the Financial Report

The committee of the Anglican Parish of Wyong are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation ofthe financial report and have determined that the accounting policies described in Note 1 to the financialstatements, which form part of the financial report, are consistent wiih the financial reporting requirements ofthe Anglican Diocese of Newcastle and are appropriate to meet the needs of the members. Thisresponsibility also includes establishing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fairpresentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error;selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that arereasonable in the circumstances.

Auditor's Responsibility

My responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on my audit. No opinion is expressedas to whether the accounting policies used, as described in Note 1, are appropriate to meet the needs of themembers. I conducted my audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These AuditingStandards require that I comply with relevant elhical reguirements relating to audit engagements and planand perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free from materialmisstatement.

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in thefinancial report. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of therisks of material misstatement of the financial roport, whether due to fraud or error. ln making those riskassessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentationof the financial report in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but notfor the purposs of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. An audit alsoincludes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accountingestimates made by the committee, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial report.

The financial report has been prepared for distribution to members for the purpose of fulfilling thecommittee's financial reporting under their constitution and disclaim any assumption of responsibility for anyreliance on this report or on the financial report to which it relates to any person other than the mernbers, orfor any purpose other than that for which it was prepared.

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INDEPET{DENT AUDITOR'S REPORTTO THE MEMBERS OF ANGLICAH PARI$H OF WYONG

ABN:27 330 736 630

I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my auditopinion.

Independence

In conducting my audit, I have complied with the independence requirements of Australian professionalethical pronouncements

Qualified Auditor's Opinion

lncome and expenditure can only be verified to the extsnt it has been receipted, recorded, banked andsupported by documentation.

Auditor's Opinion

ln my opinion, subject to the above qualifications, the financial report of Anglican Parish of Wyong presentsfairly, in all material respects the financial position of Anglican Parish of Wyong as of 31 December, 2014and of its financial performance for the year then ended in accordance with the accounting policiesdescribed in Note 'l to the financial statements.

Emphasis of Matter

I draw attention lo Note 1 which states that the financial report of the Anglican Parish of Wyong is a specialpurpose report that has been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies described in Note 1 to thefinancial statements. My opinion is not qualified in respect to this matter.

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STATEMENT BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE

The committee has determined that the entity is not a reporting entity and that this special purpose financialreport should be prepared in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Note 1 to the financialstatements.

ln the opinion of the committee the financial statements as set out on pages 1 to 14:

1. Presents a true and fair view of the financial position of Anglican Parish of Wyong as at 31

December, 2014 and its performance for the year ended on that date.

2. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Anglican Parish ofWyong will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.

This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on behalf ofthe Committee by:

Secretary:

Treasurer:

Dated this 16th day of February 2015

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Anglican Parish of WyongIncome & Expenditure Statlment

for the year Ended 31st December 2014

2.0141. Parish of Wyong2.013

108,0239,940

Offerings & Givings j09,909Mission Collections

A,481lnterestDividends Received 5'879 e

on Disposal of InvestrnentsI

Donations 1,991

undraising t,ourer Generated

Z,

2,

7

1Sundry IncomeSurpfice Fees i'":i 823

'otal Income 142,811

Rector's Stipend 56,514Allowances I

Salary 15,Superannuation

to Diocese 5,4718,481

ion Sendingsnsurance

Bank FeesTelephone

91't,707

Printing & StationeryGeneral ExpensesRepairs & Maintenance

4,801

2,0082,273

15,1Religious Materials

hristian EducationI,

I,Youth MinistryDonations & Community Support 1,253

408

& Bathroom Supplies 81Church Cleaning 2

Fees1,

and Seminars a

Council Rates 1,444Expenditure r58,757

$t. James Ministry Centre

Total Income

ExpenditureTelephone

18,

1

1,01

Printing & StationeryRent - Ministry Centre

18714

& MaintenanceCommunity SupportEvents

& Bathroom Suppliesotal Expenditure

Surplus

1


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Appendix 2

Contact List for Welfare agencies in Wyong

Family Crisis Services

Samaritans Emergency Relief – St James

Samaritans Youth Services 4351 1922

Samaritans Enhanced Living – Jilliby 4353 3059

Lifeline – Central Coast 1800 191 919

Accommodation Youth Hotline 1800 424 830

Department of Community Services 4352 6500

DOCS HELPLINE N.S.W. 132 111

Family Advocacy 1800 620 588

Kidsnet (24 hr. medical advice line) 9845 2432

Law Access NSW 1300 888 529

Parent Helpline 132 055

Poisons Information 131 126

RAPT (Reconnecting Adolescents & Parent Team) 1800 067 967

Salvo Care Line 1300 363 622

Crisis Counselling Alcohol and Drug Info. Service 1800 422 599

Child Protection and Family Crisis 1800 066 777

Dads in Distress 1300 853 437

Domestic Violence 1800 656 463

Emergency Youth Accommodation 1800 424 803

Family Drug Support 1300 368 186 (24hrs service)

Gay and Lesbian Line 02 8594 9596

1800 184 527

Incest Counselling Resource Centre 1800 424 017

Kids Helpline 1800 551 800

Mensline 1300 789 978 (24hrs. service)

Rape Crisis Centre 1800 424 017

Suicide Help Line 1800 191 919

General Alcoholics Anonymous 4323 3890

Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500

Mental Health Central Intake 4320 3500

Narcotics Anonymous 1300 652 820

www.naoz.org.au

NSW Ombudsman 1800 451 524

Police Assistance Line 131 444

RAPT Alcohol & Other Drug Programs 1800 067 967

http://www.naoz.org.au/


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Reach Out (Drugs, Depression Mental Health

Eating Disorders, Family problems, etc) Reachout.com.au

Translating and Interpreting Services 13 14 50

Volunteering Central Coast Inc: 4329 7122

Housing Services

Central Coast Tenant’s Advisory Service 4353 5515

Coast Shelter – Wyong Outreach Service 4351 0365

Coast Community Tenancy Scheme 4396 5222

Compass Housing Service 4365 0855

Centrelink 4350 6123

Burnside 1800 067 967

Housing NSW – Wyong Office 4352 4400

Katakudu Women’s Housing 4353 2103

Women’s Refuges – Toukley 4396 4263

Legal Services

Central Coast Community Legal Service 4353 4988

Central Coast Domestic Violence Court Support 4350 3064

Central Coast Tenants Advisory Service 4353 5515

Chamber Magistrate Courthouse – Wyong 4350 3010

Community Aid Panel 4352 4899

Koori Groups and Services

Aboriginal Youth Health Worker 4356 9333

Aboriginal Hiv/Sexual Health 4320 3721

Aboriginal Mental Health Intake 4320 3500

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