Church services
Sunday
7:30 am: Holy Eucharist
9:00 am: Sung Eucharist
Wednesday
10:00 am: Holy Eucharist (first order)
Contact information
Telephone
8351 8280
Mission action plan
‘To live out the Gospel of the Lord in Word, Sacrament and Action’
The Church of St Richard of Chichester, Lockleys, is a progressive orthodox parish that is firmly grounded in living out the Gospel.
As a parish, we look to continually move forward, ensuring that we hear and reflect upon the scriptures through quality preaching, morning and evening prayer, where the scriptures are read, and opportunities to explore the scriptures more deeply through Bible studies.
As we gather as a community of faith, we are joined as one in the body of Christ. At the heart of this is our Baptism and the celebration of Holy Eucharist. St Richard’s is dedicated to growing a sacramental understanding to the way in which we live and interact with the world. As we celebrate life, all sacraments are offered at St Richard’s on a regular basis.
Christ calls us to follow him, to live out a life in action. St Richard’s is dedicated to the mission work of the church locally and in the wider community. Through our activities and hospitality, we are dedicated to ensuring that the ‘word’ is heard and the hospitality of the table is shared.
Weekly newsletter
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My journey
Now open
Entries close: 1 August 2012
Awards presentation: 16 September 2012
Downloads:
- Flyer
- Poster (click the image below)
The 2012 St Richard’s Writing Competition – this year the theme being My Journey. It follows and builds upon the very successful themes of 2010 – My Sacred Space and 2011 – My Relationship. We are also pleased to have Bendigo Bank and Abbotts Printers as sponsors this year.
Last year’s entries bought tears of joy to many as well us uncovered some serious talent. Magnificently displayed they contained heartfelt and very personal journeys that also resonated with and connected others.
The My Journey writing competition is NOW OPEN to any person over the age of 60 living in the West Torrens or Charles Sturt LGA’s. Entries close August 1st.
The theme is very broad, My Journey may be a travel story or holiday you have taken with family, friends or on your own. It may be a journey of the heart or love. The Journey may be an expression of Life or personal growth you have experienced. It may be a Journey of faith, or a journey you have longed to make. It can be one that is grounded in realism or founded in the imagination. It is your journey, and no one can take that way from you. What has it been like? How has it changed you? Was the destination important or the discoveries on the way?
This Competition will be followed by an Awards Presentation (Launch) on September 16th. Entries will be displayed in the Church as part of an Exhibition until Mid October. The exhibition is an important way of recognising peoples talents, spiritual journeys and knowledge with family friends and younger generations. Please if you feel you would be able to assist in the running of this project or an any small way contact the parish office.
Please download the Flyer to see Conditions of entry and obtain an official entry form.
Enquiries to the parish office 8351 8280
Winners of ‘My relationship’ 2011
Click the titles to read the entries.
Prose:
- First place: The king of limbs
- Second place: Adelaide
- Third place: At one with me
Poetry:
- First place: One more heart
- Second place: Ambivalence
- Third place: Scraggy Dog
Winners of ‘My sacred space’ 2010
Click the titles to read the entries.
Prose:
- First place: Ya ya Kouzinaki
- Second place: My shed
- Third place: That’s why I live where I live
Poetry:
- First place: Sacred place
- Second place: Just me
- Third place: Memory—A sacred space
Book post
The book post is a community project in partnership with Anglicare SA.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Donations
Clean quality books are needed. We need:
- Paperbacks, novels, romance
- Special interest like cooking and craft
- Science, history and reference
- Christianity
- Autobiographies
- Gardening, sport, art
- Coffee table books
- Contemporary children’s books
- DVDs, CDs and records
- Magazines (not older than 2 years)
Please ensure that there are no tears, scribble on pages and that pages are not yellow. The spine must be in tact and readable. Please do not donate encyclopaedieas or colouring in books. Books may be brought to the church at any time, or contact us to make arrangements.
Prayer school
Session one
An introduction to prayer: What it is and is not
Friday, 11 November, 7:00 – 10:00
John Michael Talbot, a Franciscan friar and musician refers to prayer as a mystical union and loving embrace between God and ourselves. Why is it then that for most of us, ‘Prayer has become such a burdened word and practice’?
This introduction to prayer deconstructs our old beliefs about prayer and allows us to discover new and exciting ways of being in union with the Creator God.
Discover the richness of ancient prayers, the beauty of contemporary styles of prayer, and the freshness of creative praying.
Session two
Lectio Divina: The art of praying with the scriptures
Saturday, 12 November, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lectio Divina is the sacred art of praying with the scriptures. Once practiced only by those in monastic and religious communities, its rediscovery is today enriching and connecting a wider Christian community.
In Lectio Divina, we read or listen to the word of God, and allow it to speak to us, to enter into our being. In us, the word of God changes and transforms us such that we become that which we contemplate, that is, the word of God; we become as it were the word or prayer incarnate. By being transformed through Lectio Divina we begin to affect those around us. We become as St Theresa of Avila often said, the hands, feet, and eyes of God, we become God’s instruments on earth. Through us God is works in the world.
This workshop contains both theoretical and practical input. Discover for yourself what it means to be open to the transforming word of God.
Session three
Contemplating the San Damiano Crucifix
Saturday, 12 November, 1:30 – 4:30 pm
The San Damiano Crucifix lies at the heart of Franciscan spirituality. The Crucifix is a magnificent piece of Byzantine art, or more correctly, iconography; a brilliant pictorial of the Gospel of St John.
Through exploring the images of the crucifix, and hearing something of its place in Franciscan spirituality, we learn how it is possible to kneel down a broken person and rise a servant of Christ.
Session four
Praying with songs of prayer from Taizé
Sunday, 13 November, 12:30 – 5:30 pm (includes breaks)
Taizé is a tradition known for its meditative music. Arising from an ecumenical Christian monastic community in France, the Taizé songs of prayer now resonate world wide. Music includes chants and icons from the Eastern Orthodoxy. The emphasis is on simple phrases, usually lines from Psalms or other pieces of Scripture, repeated and sometimes also sung in canon.
This workshop has been structured to provide participants with an understanding of the context in which the songs of prayer from Taizé emerged and the concept of song as prayer.
Using knowledge gained in this workshop and adapting it to the local situation, participants will put together and participate in a contemplative Taizé Prayer service.
Weekly programme
- 8:30 am: Morning prayer (Tuesday – Saturday)
- 5:00 pm: Evening prayer (Tuesday – Friday)
Sunday
- 7:30 am: Holy Eucharist
- 9:00 am: Sung Eucharist
Monday
- 1:30 pm to 4:00 : Mother’s Union, Australia (2nd Monday of month). See Ministries page.
Tuesday
- 9:00 am to 12:00 pm: Men’s shed
- 11:00 am: Nursing home service. See Ministries page.
- 5:30 pm: Healing service (1st Tuesday of month). Download information brochure.
- 7:30 pm: Parish council meeting (2nd Tuesday of month)
Wednesday
- 10:00 am: Holy Eucharist (First order)
- 12:00 to 4:00 pm: Bridge club (Every 2nd Wednesday commencing 4 January 2012). See Ministries page.
Thursday
- 11:00 am: Nursing home service. See Ministries page.
Lent, 2012
- Shrove Tuesday, 21 February, 5:30 am: Service followed by pancakes
- Ash Wednesday, 22 February, 10:00 am and 6:00 pm: Services of Imposition of Ashes
Weekly programme
- Thursday, 2:00 pm: Lenten Study (commence 16 March)
- Thursday, 7:30 pm: Lenten Study (commence 16 March)
- Friday, 5:00 pm: Stations of the cross (commence 24 February)
- Friday, 5:30 pm: Fish and chips Friday (commence 24 March)
Holy Week and Easter, 2011
- Palm Sunday, 1 April 9:00 am: Procession of the Palms
- Passion Sunday, 1 April 6:00 pm: Reading of the Passion and Prayers
- Monday, 2 April, 5:30 pm: Holy Eucharist
- Tuesday 3 April, 5:30 pm: Holy Eucharist
- Wednesday, 4 April, 10:00 am: Holy Eucharist
- Maundy Thursday, 5 April, 7:30 pm: Holy Eucharist and vigil
- Good Friday, 6 April, 9:00 am: Mass of the Presanctified
- Easter Eve, 7 April, 9:00 am: Easter Vigil
- Easter Day, 8 April, 7:30 am: Easter Mass
- Easter Day, 8 April, 9:00 am: Easter Mass
Special events
- Sunday, 19 February 2012, 10:30 am: Parish annual general meeting
- Sunday, 17 June 2012, 9:00 am: Patronal festival
- Friday, 6 July 2012, 6:00 pm: Parish dinner
- 20–22 October 2012: Synod
- April–August 2012: Writing competition
- 9 September: Writing exhibition launches
Parish open forums
Following the Sunday 9:00 am service. An opportunity to give feedback and to discuss any matters with the Parish.
- Sunday, 5 February, 2012
- Sunday, 1 July, 2012
- Sunday, 4 November, 2012
Trading post
9:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays:
- 2–3 March 2012
- 20–21 April 2012
- 25–26 May 2012
- 13–14 July 2012
- 24–25 August 2012
- 5–6 October 2012
- 9–10 November 2012
Set up is on the preceding Thursday at 1:00 pm. See Ministries page.
Nursing homes
Monthly services of Holy Communion are conducted at nursing homes within the parish. Although these are held at the nursing homes, any member of the community is welcome to attend.
- St Raphael’s Home for the Aged: 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:00 am
- West Beach Nursing Ηome: 2nd Thursday of the month at 11:00 am
- Serene Nursing Home: Upon request
For further information, please contact Fr David Covington-Groth.
Mothers’ Union, Australia
A dedicated group join together on the second Monday of each month to share in fellowship, hear guest speakers and support Anglicare and the Magdalene centre. Mothers’ Union, Lockleys work within the parish towards the Mothers’ Union, Australia principle aim:
The advancement of the Christian religion in the sphere of marriage and family life.
For further information, please contact Dawn White, 8443 7490.
Bible study
Central to our faith is the scriptures. This bible study gives an opportunity to explore the scriptures at a deeper level and how they are being lived out in our own day to day life. Bible studies are conducted throughout the year, please refer to Activities
For further information, please contact the parish office, 8351 8280.
Healing service
People often turned to Jesus for healing sometimes for themselves and sometimes for others. Jesus brought healing and peace by his words and by his touch. In this service prayers are said for healing and anointing with oil occurs. This occurs within the context of a specific Eucharistic liturgy with a focus on healing. Information brochure may be downloaded.
For further information, please contact Fr David Covington-Groth.
Trading post
The trading post operates on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm on eight occasions throughout the year. The trading post operates from the St Richard’s hall and offers a range of items from clothing, used furniture, tools, kitchen items through to just about anything for any room of the house. Donations of items for sale are always gratefully received.
For further information, please contact the parish office, 8351 8280.
St Richard’s bridge club
This social club operates fortnightly on a Wendesday afternoon from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm. No matter what your skill level is, you are welcome to come along and join us for a game.
For further information, please contact Dawn White, 8443 7490.
St Richard’s hall
Several community groups and organisations make use of St Richard's Hall to run activities on a regular basis; these include table tennis, probus, dance groups, Anglicare and Greek welfare.
St Richard’s Hall is able to comfortably hold 100 people for a seated function, it is equipped with a kitchen, male, female and disabled toilets, and is accessible for people with disabilities. The hall is available for use at a nominal cost by organisations.
For further information, please contact the parish office, 8351 8280.
Baptisms
Jesus began his preaching and healing ministry by being baptised in the River Jordan. The vast majority of followers over the two thousand years since then have begun their Christian lives with baptism.
In the Anglican church, many people are baptised when they are babies; however, when people convert to Christianity as adults, they can receive an adult baptism. It is a ‘once and for all’ sacrament, it can not be redone or undone.
At baptism, the symbols of water (cleansing), oil (setting apart) and the candle (to shine as a light in the world) are used.
Baptisms take place during worship at St Richard’s 9:00 am Sunday service or outside worship in exceptional circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
What is a godparent?
A godparent is someone who, with the parents, makes promises to support and encourage the person being baptised in the Christian faith. The godparent, along with the parents of a baby or child, also makes promises on behalf of their Godchild.
What promises to godparents make?
The godparent promises on behalf of the godchild to turn to Christ, to repent of their sins, to reject all that is falseand unjust and renounce evil.
How many Godparents can we have?
There must be at least one godparent or sponsor. Three or four is the usual number.
Can I be baptised with my child?
Yes. Baptism of adults normally also includes confirmation. Please speak with Fr David Covington-Groth about this.
Is there a special requirement to be a godparent?
Godparents must be baptised. If you would like to ask someone who is not baptised to be a godparent, please talk with the priest about this.
More information
If you would like to make enquiries about baptism, please contact Fr David Covington-Groth.
Weddings
Marriage is a gift of God in creation through which husband and wife may know the grace of God.
It is given that a man and woman grow together in love and trust, they shall be united with one another in heart, body and mind, as Christ is united with his bride, the Church.
Frequently asked questions
Can I be married at St Richard’s?
To be married at St Richard’s, at least one of the parties to the marriage must be Baptised.
If I (or my partner) is divorced, may we be married in the Anglican Church?
It is certainly possible to be married in the Anglican Church if you (or your partner) is divorced. To do so requires permission of the Archbishop and certain requirements met.
What do we have to complete to be married at St Richard's?
Couples who marry at St Richard’s will need to complete the usual government legal paperwork. The priest will also conduct marriage preparation with the couple as required.
More information
If you would like to make enquiries about being married at St Richard’s, please contact Fr David Covington-Groth.
Funerals
The loss of a loved one is always a difficult time as we grieve and give thanks for the joy that that person has brought to our lives. As in baptism, we are made one in Christ, so too in death, we are joined with Christ in eternal life.
Several types of funeral services are available at St Richard’s or can be conducted by the parish priest at another location. These services follow the Anglican liturgy and are individualised in accordance to the deceased and/or family wishes.
Frequently asked questions
Do I or my loved one have to be a member of the Church to have a funeral service at St Richard’s or by its priest?
The Church is available for anyone wanting to have a Christian burial. The parish priest will conduct a Christian funeral service at other locations by arrangement.
Can I or my loved one be buried at St Richard’s?
No, however, there is a memorial garden available in which ashes can be placed and a plaque placed on the memorial wall.
Does St Richard’s have an area avaiable for a gathering afterwards?
Yes, St Richard’s has the hall or the garden area available to use. Catering can also be arranged through the parish.
Can I prearrange my funeral service?
The parish priest is more than happy to meet with you to make arrangements for your funeral service. This is often of enormous benefit to your family in a time of grief.
More information
For further information or to make arrangements or receive pastoral care at this time of grief, please contact Fr David Covington-Groth.
Parish office
PO Box 386
BROOKLYN PARK SA 5032
8351 8280
Parish priest
Fr David Covington-Groth
0401 806 280
Church location
1 May Terrace
LOCKLEYS SA 5032