Safeguarding Background

Blessing of the Remembrance Tree at Gosford

On Sunday 29 September, the Regional Provincial for the Salvatorian order, Fr George Kolodziej SDS, celebrated the Eucharist with the St Patrick's community at Gosford Parish. After Mass, Fr George blessed the newly planted Remembrance Tree and associated Memorial Plaque.

Blessing of Remembrance Tree-web 400This tree symbolises Gosford Parish's compassion and commitment towards vulnerable who have been hurt in the past, and for our Church, as we move forward to the future; that we will always show respect, be ready to listen, and be prepared to help all children and vulnerable adults to feel safe, both now and forevermore.

"... All of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love for one another, at tender heart and a humble mind." 1 Peter 3:8 Please join us.

We can never change the past but, we can show our remorse and commit to a stronger and more positive future for all.

The Salvatorian Order and the Priests who belong to this order have served the Parish of since the beginning of February 2003. In that time they have dedicated themselves to our parish and the safeguarding of all, especially children and vulnerable members of the community.