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Home > Safeguarding

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a duty that is rooted in the message of Jesus and in the mission of the Church. The Catholic Church in Scotland aspires to the highest standards with regard to the care and protection of children and vulnerable adults, and actively promotes justice for, and provides assistance to, those who have been abused.

We are committed to respecting, protecting and nurturing the dignity of all people. We are determined that the Catholic Church in Scotland will offer a safe place in all Church premises and activities, and with all Church personnel.

We are committed to improving the culture of our Safeguarding approach in order to rebuild trust and confidence in the ways in which we ensure that children and vulnerable adults are kept safe.

Our Safeguarding approaches, led by each Bishop and Major Superior, and delivered by clergy, Religious, Safeguarding personnel and lay people in every parish community, Religious Institute and Catholic organisation, are designed to protect and heal, to safeguard and nurture all who have contact with Catholic faith communities across Scotland. They can be found in detail in the policy document "In God's Image".

Prayer

Lord Jesus we praise you for calling us to the service of others.
We pray for a generosity of spirit to ensure the vulnerable are protected.
We pray for a compassionate heart so that we will reach out to those who are wounded by abuse.
We pray for courage and determination as we seek the safety of everyone in our parish communities.
We dedicate ourselves to this work of service and pray that you will help us to do your will at all times and in all places.
​​Amen.

Links

  • ​Diocese of Paisley Safeguarding & Survivors
  • Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Service
  • "In God's Image" Policy Document

Contact Us

Fr Joe Balmer
Parish Priest
0141 881 0769
​stjohn@rcdop.org.uk
Mrs Mary Kearns
Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor
07939 486 290
safeguardingadvisor@rcdop.org.uk
Mrs SarahJane Colhoun
Diocesan Safeguarding Administrator
0141 847 6138
safeguardingadmin@rcdop.org.uk
Mrs Mary Hallan
Parish Safeguarding Coordinator
0141 580 6503
mary.hallan@ntlworld.com
Mrs Mary Murray
Parish Safeguarding Coordinator
Saint John the Evangelist
Aurs Road
Barrhead
G78 2RW
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