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Parishioner Data Form

If you are new to our Parish, or you are here in Hervey Bay for a visit but you would like to continue receiving updates from us:

Please register you and your family on Flocknote by clicking this link: herveybayparish.flocknote.com.

Together with all the parishes in the Archdiocese of Brisbane, we are migrating all our data and records to a new platform called Flocknote. Please see our Parish staff for assistance if you are unsure how to register.

It is crucial for all parishioners (existing and new) to sign up to Flocknote so that the Parish will be able to reach you with notices, updates and news more effectively and quickly.

Archdiocese of Brisbane

While the Archdiocese of Brisbane journeys in synodality, so does the global Church. The Synod on Synodality reminds us that reconciliation and forgiveness are foundational to this path. It calls the Church to embody its mission as a witness to the Gospel by fostering hope, healing wounds, and strengthening relationships. Archbishop Mark Coleridge highlighted the significance of the 50 SYNOD24 Action Plans, emphasising their value in guiding us toward unity and renewal. Download our SYNOD24 Action Plans now bit.ly/3FUKLWY

SAFEGUARDING TRAINING
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has the following safeguarding training packages, Safeguarding Induction, Applied Safeguarding Training and Training for Local Safeguarding Representatives, which can be viewed here https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/safeguarding/safeguarding-training

BLUE CARD – ‘No Card, No Start’
Individuals must have a valid blue card before they start paid work or volunteer. All card holders must apply to renew their blue card before it expires in order to continue working/volunteering. If an individual lets their card expire, they will have to cease work until they obtain a new valid blue card.

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Safeguarding

The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm. They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded.

The Parish, in line with the Archdiocese of Brisbane’s Safeguarding Policy, has zero tolerance for all forms of abuse and is committed to safeguarding all who interact with the parish through its activities, ministries and services, especially children and adults at risk.

For more information, visit http://archbne.org/safeguarding.

Each Parish in the Archdiocese of Brisbane has a Local Safeguarding Representative who is responsible for:

  1. Making sure that the whole Parish is aware of the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults;
  2. Promoting safe practices including articulating for others what is appropriate and inappropriate behaviour; and
  3. Assisting the Parish Priest and staff in the implementation of the Archdiocesan Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy in the Parish.

The Archdiocesan Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults Prevention & Protection Policy can be found at: https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/support/safeguard

Our Parish Safeguarding Coordinator is: Gary Varley
Ph. 4124 3334 | Email:  safeguard.herveybay@bne.catholic.net.au

WAYS TO REPORT A SAFEGUARDING INCIDENT OR CONCERN, OR TO GIVE FEEDBACK REGARDING SAFEGUARDING Here is how you can report an incident or concern, or contact someone to talk about a safeguarding matter, or get more information:
VOLUNTEERS – Parish Ministries, Groups etc. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has implemented standards of conduct for voluntary church workers to maintain a safe and healthy ministry environment.  Our commitment to these standards requires that we have a record of your Blue Card and conduct background referencing for all who intend to engage in voluntary ministry having direct and regular involvement with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
(07) 4124 3334