Welcome to the Church of the Good Shepherd in the Parish of Par. The Good Shepherd is a Mission Church and the Parish Church is St Mary the Virgin which is situated at Biscovey, St Blazey Gate. On Sundays our 10am Sung Mass alternates between the two churches, the first two Sundays of the month at St Mary's and the second two Sundays at the Good Shepherd. We welcome visitors and are pleased to meet after the service for coffee.
Safeguarding
Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life. If you have any concerns about safeguarding please contact the Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator, Mrs Amanda Knowles Tel: 07933398197
In the Diocese: Sarah Acraman Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, 01872 274351
Out of Hours for after 5pm and weekends: 01208 251300
In emergency situation:
Local Authority Children’s Social Care: 0300 123 1116
Local Authority Adult’s Social Care: 0300 1234131
Our parish of Par is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) Mrs Amanda Knowles Tel: 07933398197
.Our Diocese of Truro’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Mrs Amanda Knowles Tel: 07933398197 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Sarah Acraman 01872 274351. Out of Hours for after 5pm and weekends: 01208 251300. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."