When The Magdalene Centre celebrated ten years of service in March 2003, it also celebrated the renewal of the Anglican Church's presence and service in the heart of inner city Adelaide.
St John's Mission Church was established in Moore Street in 1886, using the fabric of the original St John's in the Wilderness of Halifax Street, built in the 1840s. From 1905, it became known as the parish church of St Mary Magdalene. In 1912, the St Peter's College Mission was built. These developments took place in what was already a poorer residential and factory area. Significant welfare work was undertaken from the early 1900s in the years of the Great Depression and into the 1950s.
Since 1993, The Magdalene Centre has renewed this tradition of presence and service through emergency or practical assistance, community development and advocacy of justice in the city. In October 2000, the Emergency Assistance program was moved to larger rented premises at 42 Carrington Street Adelaide. The Bargain Centre was also opened at 46 Carrington Street with the aim of providing clothing assistance as well as covering the cost of rent and utilities through shop sales.
In 2003, The Magdalene Centre received Anglicare Australia's inaugural award for excellence in parish-based caring.
The Mission Hall in Moore Street is still used for community development activities and administration.
The Magdalene Centre is a co-operative venture between St Mary Magdalene's Moore Street, St John's Halifax Street, the Cathedral Church of St Peter and Anglicare SA.
The Mission of The Magdalene Centre is to be a prophetic community which, through service, connects the life of the Church with the lives of marginalised people in the city.
Crisis can have a devastating impact on the lives of individuals, families and communities. It can occur at any time, in many different situations. The effect of a personal crisis often extends across the many different aspects of our lives.
The Magdalene Centre, through its Assistance Centre, offers a range of antipoverty services, which for many are the first steps toward regaining control of their lives. Our integrated approach enables us to respond holistically to individual circumstances. Our partnerships enable us to connect people in crisis with relevant programs and services.
For more information on these programs, please click here
Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.
Then our Bargain Centre's the right place for you!
Located at 42-46 Carrington Street, the Bargain Centre has a huge range of retro, vintage and modern finds including:
Feel good knowing that not only will you look good, but that your purchase helps us to help others!
"Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime."
We recognise and affirm that communities are the building blocks of society. Communities shape the lives of each person and play a central role in enabling people to reach their potential. Communities that are supportive and responsive lead to the development of fulfilled and happy individuals and families who are empowered to assert their needs.
Through our Community Programs, we are committed to:
The range of groups and activities we run are determined by community need. Current and past activities have included:
For more information on these programs, please click here
There are many ways for you to get involved in supporting the work of the Magdalene Centre.
The Magdalene Centre receives support from individuals, parishes, business and government to deliver our services and programs.
You can:
Volunteers play an incredibly important role in the Magdalene Centre community.
Our volunteers are involved in all aspects of our work, including:
Volunteering is a fantastic way to be active in your local community. Be a part of the solution, learn new skills, and meet new people from all walks of life!
As part of our commitment to providing safe and professional services, all volunteers are required to undertake a police check prior to commencing. Regular training and development opportunities are also provided to our volunteers.
The Magdalene Centre is located at 26 Moore Street, Adelaide, between Angas and Carrington Streets (see map).
The Magdalene Centre
26 Moore Street
ADELAIDE SA 5000
Magdalene Centre Website: http://www.anglicare-sa.org.au/magdalene-centre
