Safeguarding
St Declan's creates and maintains an environment where proactive steps are taken to make our community a safe place for all, especially children and the vulnerable. Policies and practices are in place to reduce risk and promote transparency.
For more information check the resources below or contact our Parish Safeguarding Support Team for more information safeguarding@stdeclansparish.org
St Declan's creates and maintains an environment where proactive steps are taken to make our community a safe place for all, especially children and the vulnerable. Policies and practices are in place to reduce risk and promote transparency.
For more information check the resources below or contact our Parish Safeguarding Support Team for more information safeguarding@stdeclansparish.org
We use the Archdiocese of Sydney policy documents to help us protect and maintain the safety of our children. Click on the links below for more information.
St Declan's is under the care of the Missionaries of God's Love (MGL). For more information about the MGL's commitment to child protection, please click on our policies below.
We use the Archdiocese of Sydney policy documents to help us protect and maintain the safety of our children. Click on the links below for more information.
St Declan's is under the care of the Missionaries of God's Love (MGL). The MGLs are equally committed to child protection.
Abuse is experienced by many and can occur in a variety of ways. There are many places where you can receive help and support. Firstly, as abuse is a crime, you can contact the police on 000 (in an emergency) or on 9375 8599 (Hurstville Police). Alternatively, you can contact the Archdiocese of Sydney’s Safeguarding and Ministerial Integrity Office at (02) 9390 5810 or safeguardingenquiries@sydneycatholic.org. Fr Chris Ryan MGL is also available to assist and support you in any way possible.
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Temporary Office
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St Declan's Church
92 Penshurst St
Penshurst, NSW
2222
Contact
- Phone: 02 9580 1310
- Email: office@stdeclansparish.org
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday 9:30am - 2:30pm
(Closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
It’s recommended to contact the office
prior to your visit to ensure the Parish
Receptionist is available.
St Declan's is commited to keeping
children safe within our community.
St Declan's parish acknowledges that we gather, pray and live together on the land of the Bidjigal people of the Eora Nation.
St Declan's parish has been registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission (ACNC) since 3 December 2012.