Many of our parishioners volunteer as Ministers, and assist in various special roles at our Masses, including

• Reader

• Eucharistic Minister

• Visitation to the homebound and sick

• Acolyte

• Musician/Choir Member

• AV Operator 

• Camera Operator

If you are interested in becoming any of the above, you are most welcome to join our team of over 250 volunteers. It is a great way to be involved in a sacred way in the Mass, and training and support is provided. We have a bi-monthly Ministry Roster which allows parishioners to volunteer in these roles on a regular basis. 

For more information, please contact the Office on 980702966 or email office@rgcp.org.au if you'd like to be involved. 

Ryde-Gladesville Catholic Parish is proud to have a dedicated team of wardens who help to supervise our churches during opening hours and assist visitors during their time with us. 

• An Opportunity for Reflection and Community Engagement 

• Spend tranquil moments with the Lord during the Blessed Sacrament display at St. Charles 

• Welcome new visitors to our parish and the local community 

• Volunteer for an hour per week or at your convenience 

• Consider a regular time slot for more consistent involvement 

• Ensure a quiet environment by refraining from phone calls and music (use headphones if you wish to listen to music) 

• Arrive at least 5 minutes early for a smooth transition Contact the Parish Office at 9807 2966 or email office@rgcp.org.au for further details on joining this essential ministry, or visit https://www.rgcp.org.au/volunteer to get started.

We are looking for Volunteers to help run the following shifts:  

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday 8am - 11am 

Sunday 8am - 10am 10am - 12pm

Volunteers need to be over 18 (however 16 & 17 year olds will be considered if accompanied by a parent).

 Full training will be provided once Parish compliance has been completed.

For more information, please contact Judy Raumer - ea@rgcp.org.au or call 9807 2966

In partnership with Gladesville and the St Merkorious Charity and Ryde-Gladesville Catholic Parish have started Our Lady’s Kitchen to bring  freshly cooked meals, bread and the like to those in need in our local area.

Our Lady's Kitchen Volunteers are required on Tuesdays & Thursdays to:

Pick up food from St Merkorious around 12:30pm

Pack Food at 3pm in the Our Lady Queen of Peace Hall

Deliver Food to Clients from 4pm

If you would like to volunteer with Our Lady's Kitchen, please email Judy Raumer at ea@rgcp.org.au for information on role specifics. 

Our welcome ministry, in which a team of friendly people welcome parishioners and guests to the church at our 10am Mass, and serve tea and coffee afterwards. 

It is a great way to get to know other people in the Parish, and with a growing team we are hoping to expand it to other Mass times as well. If you'd like to know more or are interested in joining, please contact the Parish office on 9807 2966 or office@rgcp.org.au

The Gladesville branch of the St Vincent De Paul Society meets every 2nd Tuesday at OLQP Hall

If you'd like to be involved in the St Vincent De Paul Society, please contact the Parish Office at office@rgcp.org.au or call 02 98072966 or  NSW St Vincent De Paul Society website for more information.