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The Diocese co-operates fully with the Catholic Safeguarding Advisory Service, which aims to help the Church become an example of best practice in the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and develop a “culture of vigilance” to ensure that children and vulnerable adults in our care are kept safe from harm.
The Church has a responsibility to ensure all those who undertake work in its name, whether these are Clergy, Religious or Lay people undertaking work on a voluntary basis, are adequately screened and trained in safeguarding matters. Screening takes place at a number of levels, in particular, through a formal check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, which replaced the Criminal Records Bureau checks). This process is administered at parish level by the Parish Safeguarding Representative and is then forwarded to the Archdiocese, who liaises directly with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We all have a role to play in safeguarding the young or adults who may be at risk and therefore, have a duty to report any concerns in the first instance to either the Parish Priest, Father John Hine, in person on 01580 762785, or Janet Brierley, Parish Safeguarding Representative, on 01580 762526.
The Christmas Tree Festival held at Zion Baptist Church was very successful. Over 2000 visitors admired the trees decorated on the theme of The Pantomime and Ballet, by many of the local churches, schools and voluntary organisations. Donations amounted to over £779 to be divided between Team Ben Hammond and Tenterden Christmas Cheer. St. Andrew’s entry was well received and the overall first prize went to The Memory Club, which meets in our Parish Centre.
At Mass on Saturday at 6.00pm, or on Sunday at 08.30 or 10.30am. For weekday services, please see the latest newsletter.
Christmas Eve Mass: As last year, the Mass on Christmas Eve will be at 10.00pm rather than midnight. The service will be preceded by a short music and choral service starting at 9.45pm.