About Our Parish
Clergy & Team
The people who serve Madonna Ministry — here for you in faith, prayer, and practical support.
The clergy and staff of Madonna Ministry are here to support you — whether you need a listening ear, pastoral advice, practical help, or simply want to know more about the faith. Please do not hesitate to reach out.
Our Clergy
Ordained Ministers
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Parish Priest
Father [Name]
Ordained for the Diocese in [year], Father [Name] came to Madonna Ministry in [year] following a period of study in Rome. His priestly ministry is rooted in a deep love of the Eucharist and a particular gift for welcoming those who feel distant from the Church. He is available for private meetings by appointment and is always glad to speak after Mass.
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Permanent Deacon
Deacon [Name]
Ordained as a permanent deacon in [year], Deacon [Name] is married with three grown children and brings the richness of family and professional life to his ministry. He leads the parish's Caritas outreach programme, assists at weekend Masses and funerals, and co-ordinates the visiting ministry to the housebound and hospitalised.
Parish Staff
Our Team
Our dedicated staff and lay ministers give generously of their time and talent in service of the parish.
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Parish Administrator
[Name]
The warm heart of the parish office, our administrator has served Madonna Ministry since [year]. She manages the day-to-day administration of the parish including sacramental records, hall bookings, and volunteer rotas. The first point of contact for most enquiries, she brings efficiency and genuine care to every interaction.
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Music Director
[Name]
Our Music Director has led the music ministry at Madonna Ministry since [year], drawing together an adult choir, a youth music group, and a team of instrumentalists. With a background in sacred music from the [College/Conservatoire], they believe that sung prayer is a window into the beauty of God. New singers and musicians are always welcome.
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Parish Safeguarding Representative
[Name]
Our Parish Safeguarding Representative has completed the Diocese's full safeguarding training and works in close collaboration with the Diocesan Safeguarding Office. They are responsible for implementing and reviewing the parish's safeguarding policies and are the first point of contact for any safeguarding concern. All matters are treated with the utmost seriousness and confidentiality.
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Children's Catechist
[Name]
Our Children's Catechist leads religious education for children preparing for First Holy Communion and supports families in passing on the faith at home. With a warm, creative approach, they make the faith accessible and joyful for young people. They also co-ordinate the parish's liturgy of the Word for children during Sunday Mass.
Our Volunteers
Behind every Mass, every parish event, and every act of outreach are dozens of parishioners who give their time freely. Readers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, welcomers, children's liturgy helpers, flower arrangers, cleaners, coffee rota members — the parish would not function without them.
If you would like to offer your time or talent, we would be truly grateful. Speak to the Parish Administrator or approach any of the clergy after Mass.
Express Interest in VolunteeringWe're Here for You
Whatever your need — pastoral, spiritual, or practical — the team at Madonna Ministry is ready to help. Please do reach out.