Society News - Latest Update : Sunday 5th September 2010
A Message
from Bishop Hegarty to All Parishioners
The safeguarding of children is at the very heart
of the church’s activity. The relationship between
Jesus and children was one which valued them and nurtured
them. The example of Jesus is, of course, always our standard.
In your parish many
people work to safeguard children taking part in church
activities. Your Parish Representatives for Child Protection
are key to this. Along with all who work with children in
the parish community, best practice in child-safeguarding
is our goal.
As part of best practice,
it is important that each parish fulfil the POCVA requirements
of civil law in Northern Ireland. This is the vetting process
for all who work with children, whether as employees of
the parish or as volunteers. I would ask everyone to co-operate
in vetting, both those who are new recruits to parish activities
with children, and those who have generously done so for
many years.
Thank you for your co-operation.
CURA
: 7126 8467
St. Vincent dePaul : 7126 5489
AL-ANON : 9068 2368
AA : 9043 4848
Northern
Ireland Children’s Hospice seeks volunteers
in the Derry area. The Children’s Hospice provides
respite and end of life care for children and young people
suffering from life-limiting illnesses both in the Children’s
Hospice and in the child’s own home. For further information
please contact Rachelle Norry on 07866701350 or email her
at rachelle.norry@nihospicecare.com
Disability
Action’s Advice Service has put together
a leaflet and standard letter for anyone who feels they
may wish to challenge their bank or building society regarding
excessive penalty charges to their account. Please call
in for a leaflet to Disability Action, 58 Strand Road or
telephone to make an appointment to discuss your concerns
or telephone 71360811 and ask for Claire-Marie or Patricia.
NEXUS Counselling
Service offers support to anyone who has been sexually
abused, sexually assaulted or raped at any time in their
life and are now 17 years old or over. NEXUS believe that
the survivor is never to blame, regardless of the circumstances.
NEXUS offers workshops for survivors of sexual abuse on
a variety of topics including anger management, stress management,
self-awareness and assertiveness. Family Education and Support
Groups are offered for family members, parents and partners
or survivors who may also need support. Contact NEXUS in
confidence at 71260566.
