The principles aim to provide guidance as to behaviours and practices that are beyond reproach between young people and adults. 

The Code of Conduct is divided into three key areas:

The principles set out in this Code of Conduct are intended to support and underpin the pastoral care role of Parish Priests, religious brothers and sisters, pastoral associates, pastoral workers, employees, contractors, and the invaluable contribution of parishioners and other volunteers.

The principles aim to address perceptions of risk in interactions between children and adults and to provide guidance as to behaviours and practices that are beyond reproach. They are not intended to unnecessarily restrict the work of clergy, religious and lay people but to promote a transparent environment in which the dignity and safety of children is paramount.

To read or download the full Code of Conduct:  pdf Click Here(284 KB)

Creating a positive environment

The protection and promotion of children’s wellbeing is a shared responsibility of all adults. Adults who are involved in children’s activities within the Catholic Diocese of Sale or a Parish of the Catholic Diocese of Sale are responsible for creating a harmonious, safe and nurturing environment. Children must be included in the process. Children should be seen and heard. They should ‘feel’ safe as well as ‘be’ safe.

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 COMMITMENT STATEMENT

The Gospel of Christ invites us to cherish and affirm each person as a gift from God.

In keeping with this we in St. Agatha’s Parish undertake to do all in our power to create a caring, nurturing and safe environment for all, where the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk is paramount. This is a central and fundamental responsibility of our parish and inherent in the teaching and mission of Jesus Christ, with love, justice and the sanctity of each human person at the heart of the Gospel.

At St. Agatha’s Parish we ensure a commitment to zero tolerance to all forms of abuse of a child or adult, and all allegations and safety concerns of any person will be treated very seriously. For this reason, we have developed the ‘Care Protection and Safety of Children and Adults at Risk’ policy and ‘Code of Conduct’ to outline the systems and mechanisms for raising awareness, preventing, reporting and responding to safety issues related to children and adults at risk in our parish so that we are a parish where all are not only safe, but feel safe.

YOUTH

We are blessed at St Agatha's parish to be filled with young members in our community. Children, teenagers and young adults are an integral part of our Parish and we warmly welcome their participation. 

The main goal of youth ministry is to help young people grow spiritually. This is done through activities like Bible studies and prayer sessions, which provide a strong foundation in faith. These activities help young people explore and deepen their relationship with their faith and helping them grow in their spiritual understanding.  

YOUTH GROUPS:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Invigorate Junior [Age 12-14], Invictus [18+] are the youth groups in our Parish. The youth groups provide and opportunity for young people to grow in their faith, whilst being surrounded by other like-minded people and having fun at the same time.

We cover different topics about the faith and unpack these topics through activities, games, testimonies and more!

Invigorate Junior [Age 12+]  meet on the 3rd Sunday of the month 12noon to 2.30pm after 10.45am Youth Mass.

Invictus [18+]  meet on the 1st Sunday of the month 12noon to 2.00pm after 10.45am Youth Mass.

If you would like to know more please contact Parish Office on 5996 1985. 

St. Agatha’s Parish Altar Serving Ministry

Altar Serving is such an important Ministry at St Agatha’s Parish.

The primary role of the Altar Server is to assist Father in the celebration of the Mass every Sunday and on special feasts and occasions and are invited to serve at weekday Mass when attending.

Altar Servers assist Father during the Mass and the community through their active participation in the liturgy. Altar Serving is a ministry of service, reverence, dedication and commitment.

We also recognise that the commitment by the Server is very much a commitment by the Server's family.

• Altar Servers rosters are emailed to families during school Terms.
• Altar Servers are encouraged to offer to serve at another Mass when they recognise that Father does not have enough Servers.
• Please arrive 10 minutes before Mass starts

Training Sessions will be conducted during the year. Parent’s permission is required.

If you are in Year 4 and above and are interested in becoming an Altar Server or would like more information please contact the parish office on 5996 1985.

  pdf Click Here to download the permission form (191 KB)

pdf ALTAR SERVERS CHRISTMAS PARTY CONSENT FORM(191 KB)