17 October 2023
On 16 October, people from across our diocese gathered at Chelmsford Cathedral to give thanks for those who are involved in the work of safeguarding.
Commenting after the service, The Right Reverend Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, the Bishop of Chelmsford said:
“Our annual Service of Thanksgiving, Prayer and Recommitment for those involved in the work of safeguarding is an important event in the life of our diocese. It is an opportunity to pray for those who have suffered from abuse in the church, to reflect on the times when the church has failed people and to give thanks for those in our diocese who work to make our churches safe. It was hugely encouraging to gather with so many people from our parishes and worshipping communities, including those such as our Parish Safeguarding Officers who are directly involved in safeguarding and others who wanted to show their support and give thanks for this important ministry".
At the service, The Right Reverend Roger Morris, the Bishop of Colchester - delegated lead for Safeguarding for Chelmsford Diocese – delivered a sermon in which he also took the opportunity to thank those who are involved in the work of safeguarding in our diocese.
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