Rural and remote chaplains
How we help
Drought, bushfires, floods, mice and other plagues, and economic downturn are all experienced in our rural and remote communities. The resilience of rural people is remarkable; however, we understand that daily pressures and additional challenges continue to impact their lives.
Our rural and remote chaplains provide care and support to people across Australia, who, at times, feel socially and geographically isolated. Rural and remote chaplains seek to bring hope and support to people challenged with economic, environmental, emotional and social pressures.
Chaplains are often the only community workers who travel to these remote and hard-to-reach areas either by means of a four-wheel drive vehicle or plane. They come alongside others offering support and can make referrals to other agencies as needed.
Our rural and remote chaplains carry the Christian message to isolated community schools, with the aim to conduct Christian education classes once a term. Some families, who live on isolated stations, may also request classes for their children.
Church services
These include Easter, Christmas, child dedications, wedding ceremonies, memorial services and funerals.
Assistance to families is provided in many ways including transportation, delivery of goods, as well as a listening ear and word of comfort or support.