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Volunteer & Ministry
The Catholic Diocese of Christchurch adheres to the Church National Safeguarding Guidelines. These include guidelines for volunteers in Church ministries to maintain a safe and healthy ministry environment.
Volunteers and ministers play a vital role in the life of the Church. As such, they have a custodial responsibility to the ministries and the people they serve. As leaders and educators they must uphold the values of the Church and this includes the principals of safeguarding as part of their role.
Role descriptions for most ministries are listed below. Safeguarding requirements for each role are listed in the description. Volunteers in roles that have direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0-18 years), and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to police vetting requirements.
If you require more information, please get in touch with the Diocese Safeguarding Officer.
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Role Descriptions for Church Ministries are available on the Resources Page
New Volunteers can watch Bishop Michael Gielens 3-minute Church Safeguarding Video as part of ministry induction.