Become a Caritas Parish Rep

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”Caritas Southwark will help to build up our common bond of Christian service…
inspiring new initiatives that give flesh to the Gospel through our generosity”

━ Archbishop John Wilson

Caritas Southwark is all about putting faith into action — and we’re looking for passionate, kind-hearted people to help us do just that.
As a Parish Rep, you’ll be the friendly face helping to connect your church community with local initiatives and wider Caritas projects.

You don’t need to be an expert — just someone who cares, listens, and is willing to serve others like Christ. Whether you’re already active in parish life
or just starting to think about how you can give something back, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Sounds like you? Read on to find out what being a Caritas Rep involves — and how to get started.

What Does a Caritas Parish Rep Do?

A Caritas Rep acts as a bridge – connecting your parish with the work Caritas Southwark is doing across the archdiocese. That might mean:

Sharing updates about local projects.
Helping to organise events and collections.
Promoting volunteering and charitable activities locally.
Helping to identify needs in your local community.
Being a friendly point of contact for social action in your parish.

Whether you’ve got lots of time or just a little, your presence and passion will make a real difference. And don’t worry – you’ll be supported every step of the way by the Caritas team and a growing network of Reps just like you.

Do I Need Experience?

Not at all! You don’t need a background in charity work, theology, or anything fancy. All you need is:

A desire to serve others like Christ.
A willingness to get involved.
Good communication skills.
Reliability and commitment.
An enthusiasm for Catholic Social Teaching.

Whether you’re already running parish groups or you’re just looking for a new way to live out your faith, we’ll give you the support, resources, and friendly check-ins to help you feel confident in the role.

Training and Support

You won’t be left to figure things out on your own — we’re here to support you from day one. Whether you’re new to this kind of role or already involved in parish life, we’ll make sure you feel equipped and encouraged. Here’s what you can expect:

A welcome session to introduce you to Caritas Southwark and your role as a Parish Rep.
Ongoing training opportunities — covering everything from Catholic Social Teaching to practical skills.
Catch-ups with the Caritas Southwark team to share ideas, ask questions, or just have a chat.
Resources and toolkits to help you share information in your parish — posters, flyers and more.
A community of fellow Reps to connect with, learn from, and be inspired by.

Ready to Get Involved?

There’s no big commitment at this stage — if you’re interested, just click the button below and complete the form! Once you’ve done that, someone from the Caritas Southwark team will reach out for a friendly chat about how you might get involved as a Parish Rep.

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