Volunteer

Description

The John Paul the Great Club is a community where we are about creating a culture of communion and encounter where young people can feel they belong to a family that loves them, while also having expereinces that convince them of their inherent goodness. We take life-change very seriously, encouraging young people to become the best version of themselves, becoming leaders and full wielders of their gifts and talents, thus contributing to a magnanimous culture of self- giving rather than living at a baseline of mediocrity. Every leader and volunteer is blessed with the challenge to make their gift of self to the benefit and upbuilding of the youth and our missionary family. 

The St. John Paul II Centre has a chapel with the Blessed Sacrament, a classroom, a kitchen area for snacks, and an outdoor, all-weather sports pitch. Each Tuesday and Thursday at the club we will have time for prayer, catechesis, sports and outdoor activities as well as arts and crafts, board games and card games. We seek 

The JP2 Youth Club is a safe, healthy environment where young people can come to socialize, learn about faith & life skills, use their gifts and imagination, and be free to become fully the person that God is calling them to be.  While respecting all people and their freedom of conscience, we not only teach the fullness of Christian doctrine, we strive to live fully our faith and uphold a Catholic ethos.  All are welcome, we do not impose the faith upon anyone, however, propose and invite all to a deeper knowledge and love of Jesus Christ and His Church.  Every effort will be made by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal to ensure compliance with the Church approved Safeguarding Children policies.

Is training provided?: Yes

Please note that Garda Vetting is required for this position.

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

All volunteers will be expected to accompany the young people who come to our centre in the various activities which will include instruction on some aspect of our faith, prayer, free time activites such as football (soccer), assist in the snack/meal preparation and clean up of the centre. All volunteers will be able to avail of our attending and chaperoning our various outings and retreats with the young people, which take place throughout the academic year.

Also, any volunteer with any skill such as music, art, tutoring are welcome to bring their skill to the centre for the benefit of the young people.

The age range of our youth on Tuesdays are Ages 6-10.

Thursday Club Ages 11-17.

Details of time commitment needed for role:
Tuesday Afternoon 15:00-16:30 (17:00 when homework help is offered) Thursday Evening 19:30-21:00 Volunteers can assist with either or both of these times.

Minimum time commitment per week:
2 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
All volunteers must fill out a volunteer registration form and have an interview before assisting with our ministry.