Safeguarding Children Policy Statement
The Gospel teaches the importance of ensuring that the Catholic Church community is a warm, welcoming and safe place for children. Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. (Mark 10:14-15) Children are gifts from God, to be cherished and recognised for the joyful contribution they make as valued members of the Church. Our challenge is to follow the example of Jesus in cherishing them. Safeguarding is key to this important task and should be seen, not as a burden, but as an opportunity to embrace and encourage children's ministry, following the example of Jesus Christ. This Church body pledges to safeguard children and young people from harm and to support them in their development as valued and integral members of the Catholic Church in Ireland. The Church's ministry will be inclusive and will uphold their rights. Consistent with Gospel values, and with civil and criminal law, those who minister will do so with dignity and integrity, honouring their calling to ensure that children and young people are welcomed, cherished and protected, following the example set by Jesus. This Safeguarding Children Policy will be honoured and complied with by all ordained clerics, by vowed female and male religious, and by all lay staff and volunteers in the Catholic Church in Ireland. Details of personnel to contact if you are concerned about the welfare and safety of children: Designated Liaison person: Sr. Monica Lawless, Carmelite Monastery, Upper Kilmacud Rd, A94YY33 The GARDA Station: Dundrum: 01 6665600 or National Protection Bureau: 01 6663429 Child Protection Service Tusla: Churchtown, Dublin 14 01 92113400 Towards Healing helpline: 1800 303 416 Samaritans: 1850 609090 Signed: Sr Mary Brigeen Wilson OCD (Prioress) Date: 21 October 2024
Safeguarding Children Policy
Statement
The Gospel teaches the importance of ensuring that the Catholic Church community is a warm, welcoming and safe place for children. Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. (Mark 10:14-15) Children are gifts from God, to be cherished and recognised for the joyful contribution they make as valued members of the Church. Our challenge is to follow the example of Jesus in cherishing them. Safeguarding is key to this important task and should be seen, not as a burden, but as an opportunity to embrace and encourage children's ministry, following the example of Jesus Christ. This Church body pledges to safeguard children and young people from harm and to support them in their development as valued and integral members of the Catholic Church in Ireland. The Church's ministry will be inclusive and will uphold their rights. Consistent with Gospel values, and with civil and criminal law, those who minister will do so with dignity and integrity, honouring their calling to ensure that children and young people are welcomed, cherished and protected, following the example set by Jesus. This Safeguarding Children Policy will be honoured and complied with by all ordained clerics, by vowed female and male religious, and by all lay staff and volunteers in the Catholic Church in Ireland. Details of personnel to contact if you are concerned about the welfare and safety of children: Designated Liaison person: Sr. Monica Lawless, Carmelite Monastery, Upper Kilmacud Rd, A94YY33 The GARDA Station: Dundrum: 01 6665600 or National Protection Bureau: 01 6663429 Child Protection Service Tusla: Churchtown, Dublin 14 01 92113400 Towards Healing helpline: 1800 303 416 Samaritans: 1850 609090 Signed: Sr Mary Brigeen Wilson OCD (Prioress) Date: 21 October 2024
