Join Our Local Ecological Groups: Make a Real Difference in Patchway

At Holy Family Church, we’ve got a growing crew of volunteers tackling real environmental projects right here in Patchway. Think planting native flowers in local parks, cleaning up litter along the riverbank, or setting up community composting. Last month, we cleared 300kg of waste from Patchway Green—enough to fill a small truck! No experience needed, just a bit of time and a heart for our neighborhood. You’ll see the results firsthand: cleaner streets, more bees buzzing, and neighbors smiling as they walk past.

How to Get Involved Today

It’s super simple. Just show up at our church hall every first Tuesday of the month at 6 PM for a quick meet-up. We’ll share what’s coming up—like our next garden day or recycling workshop—and match you with a task. Can’t make it? Text us at 07XXX-XXXX or email [email protected]. We’ve got spots for students, parents, retirees, and anyone who wants to help. One of our newest volunteers, a 14-year-old named Sam, started helping last year and now leads our school kids’ tree-planting group.

Why join? Because it’s not just about the planet—it’s about us. When we plant a garden together, we’re not just growing flowers. We’re building friendships, teaching kids about nature, and creating a stronger Patchway. Last summer, our group worked with Patchway Primary to turn a dusty patch of land into a wildflower garden. Now, kids run through it at lunchtime, spotting butterflies and learning where food comes from. That’s the magic of community action.

Our eco groups fit perfectly with Holy Family’s mission. We’ve always believed in serving Patchway, and protecting our environment is part of that. It’s not about grand gestures—it’s about showing up week after week. When you help pick up litter or sort recycling, you’re living out our faith in action. And the best part? You’ll leave feeling like you’ve actually made a difference, not just talked about it.

So if you’ve ever wondered how to help your community while enjoying fresh air and good company, our ecological groups are your starting point. No pressure, no fancy jargon—just real people doing real work. Come join us. Patchway’s greener future starts with you, right here, right now.

Gareth Sheffield

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