Parish Staff & Clergy
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Fr Gerry Kalinowski - Parish Priest
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Fr Rony Kalapurackal Chacko - Associate Priest I come from the southern part of India called Kumily, in Kerala State. I am the sixth child in my family with six brothers and two sisters. I am a member of the Missionary Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament (MCBS). For the last four years I have been appointed to our communication office. Arriving in Brisbane on 14th of January 2020. I am delighted that the Archbishop has appointed me to the Jubilee Parish for the next two years. chackor@bne.catholic.net.au |
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Fr Tony Girvan - Associate Pastor
Fr Tony's ministry is within the prison system. We are lucky to have his assistance with Masses, baptisms and weddings within the parish.
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Rev Peter Devenish-Meares - Deacon
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Seminarian - Louie Jimenez I come from Manila. I am the eldest of three. I have been in Australia for nearly five years. Prior to entering Holy Spirit seminary I was a nurse in Manila. In 2014 I came to live in Canali house, Herston. In 2016 I began training at the seminary. I have been appointed to the Jubilee Parish from 25 January 2020 until 25 December 2020. look forward to meeting you all and your families, and to hearing your life stories throughout the year in your parish community. Louie.Jimenez@qld.catholic.net.au |
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Our Parish Secretary takes responsibility for the smooth running and coordinating of the Parish Office. Linda is the first person to contact for information and assistance.
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Cathy Currie - Wedding & Baptism Coordinator- weddings.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au
baptisms.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au Cathy is responsible for the coordination of weddings and baptisms within the parish. She works Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between 9am-3pm. |
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Pastoral Associates - Gina Clare (Ashgrove) and Therese Beavis (Bardon)
pa.ashgrove.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au pa.bardon.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au We have two pastoral associate in the Jubilee Parish. This is a part-time position within their other commitments. The Pastoral Associate’s role is to assist the parish priests in the organisation and delivery of the parish services through the coordination of a range of pastoral activities and programs. It is to network with parishioners, particularly in the Ashgrove and Bardon communities of Jubilee Parish. The role is to empower them as members of the local Church so that they live as disciples of Christ within the modern world. It is to support the Parish Priests and other Pastoral Staff in the conduct of the Church’s mission. The role is about networking and building relationships within the community. |
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Ray Orr - Local Safeguarding Representative - lsr.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au
Ray is responsible for making sure that the parish is aware of the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults; promoting safe practice including what is appropriate and inappropriate behaviour; and both with and at times, independently of the Parish Priest assisting in the administration of the Archdiocesan Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy. When volunteers are appointed the Local Safeguarding Representative may also be responsible for arranging for training in best practice for dealing with situations where children and vulnerable adults are present and in what to do if they are concerned about a particular situation or person. |
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Jenny Donnelly - Sacramental Programme Coordinator - sac.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au
Each year hundreds of our young men and women receive the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Jenny's ministry is to ensure that all our children and families receive adequate preparation to celebrate the Sacraments. If you have any questions about our Sacramental Programme contact Jenny on sac.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au or click here to view our Sacramental Programme guidelines.
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Terry Lewis - Grounds and Maintenance Terry has the mammoth task of maintaining the grounds of the parish churches as well as various other buildings within the parish. He is also responsible for minor maintenance issues. Terry works Thursday and Fridays from 7am-3pm. |
OTHER PARISH CONTACTS
- Finance Officer - finance.jubilee@bne.catholic.net.au