Keeping the Light Shining

Everything we do as a parish — worship, community outreach, caring for our churches, and supporting those in need — is made possible through the generosity of people like you.
Your giving helps to keep our doors open, our lights shining, and our ministries alive in the heart of this community.
Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a real difference and is received with heartfelt gratitude.

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” — 2 Corinthians 9:7

3% Cover the Fee

Why give?

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    To Keep the Light Shining
    Every gift helps us keep our churches open, warm, and welcoming — places of prayer, comfort, and peace for all who enter.

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    To Nurture Faith and Worship
    Your support sustains our worship, music, and ministry — ensuring that the message of hope continues to be shared week by week.

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    To Care for One Another
    Giving enables our parish to reach out to those in need — through pastoral care, practical help, and community support.

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    To Inspire the Next Generation
    Your generosity helps us guide children and young people in faith and friendship, building strong roots for their future.

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    To Preserve Our Heritage
    Our churches are living landmarks of faith.
    Each contribution helps care for their beauty, history, and the sacred spaces we share together.

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    To Be Part of Something Bigger
    When you give, you join a community of kindness — people working together in love and service, reflecting God’s light in the world.nto something more.

Thank-you testimonials

  • Smiling woman with curly hair, glasses, earrings, and necklaces inside a room.

    “Over the years I’ve seen how every gift, large or small, truly matters — new hymn books, repaired roofs, flowers at Easter, tea after services. These things may seem simple, but together they create a place of light and love for everyone.”

    Mary McBride

  • A young woman smiling outdoors, wearing glasses, a gray hoodie, a denim jacket, and a gray beanie, standing against a blue wall.

    “When I joined the Youth Group, I didn’t realise how much the parish relies on regular giving. Because of those donations, we have safe spaces to meet, learn, and grow in faith. It’s amazing to know people care enough to invest in our future.”

    Jamie Kokot

  • A young Asian woman with shoulder-length black hair smiling in a greenhouse or indoor garden with green plants in the background.

    “We’ve always felt that St Patrick’s is a second home for our family. Knowing our small monthly donation helps keep the church warm, the choir singing, and the doors open for others means so much to us. Giving has become our quiet way of saying thank you.”

    Lindsey Beumer