What is safeguarding?

"Safeguarding is a task and commitment to which every member of the Church is called. Safeguarding is part of proclaiming the Gospel, for in all our efforts to care and protect the most vulnerable we give witness to Christ. The same Jesus, the Eternal Son of God who became vulnerable and defenceless as a tiny child entrusted to Our Lady and Saint Joseph."  Bishop Mark Davies

In our Diocese

Shrewsbury Diocese is committed to safeguarding as an integral part of the life and ministry of the Church. Every human being has a value and dignity which we, as Catholics, recognise as coming directly from God’s creation in his own image and likeness. Therefore, our parishes and communities must be safe places of welcome where we support and protect one another. We must take particular care of those who may be vulnerable and respond compassionately to their needs to help keep them safe from harm or abuse. Everyone in the Catholic Church has a responsibility to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of those around them and those engaging in activities provided by the Church. 

Please visit the Diocesan website for more information:  https://dioceseofshrewsbury.org/department/safeguarding

In our parish

In creating this safe culture, our parish priests, other clergy and the laity have a role to play. Clergy are aware of their responsibilities around safeguarding and undergo regular training to refresh their skills. Our parish has a safeguarding representative who has been recruited through appropriate procedures and trained to play a part in creating a safer culture. Other parish volunteers such as catechists and Eucharist ministers visiting the sick and housebound are also encouraged to do all in their power to create safe environments in order to facilitate the full participation of children, young people and vulnerable adults in the life of the Church.  More information about developing your safeguarding knowledge can be found at the Catholic Church's online Learning Portal: https://training.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/

Safe recruitment of volunteers

How to report a concern

Safe Spaces