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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
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SUMMARY:Tomb to Mission: a Pentecost Novena
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Eastertide social media series Tomb to Mission\, the Dioceses of Leeds Middlesbrough and Hallam will be hosting a Pentecost Novena. \nAs we prepare to celebrate the great Feast of Pentecost\, all parishioners are warmly invited to take part in the Novena\, beginning on Thursday 14 May\, when Bishop Marcus will be leading the prayer on that first day. \nThe Novena will continue through to Pentecost and on each day we will post a video in which someone from across one of the three ‘Sister Dioceses’ will lead us in the prayer. \nThe videos will be hosted on the Diocese of Middlesbrough Adult Faith Formation and Diocese of Leeds Faith Formation Facebook sites as well as any corresponding Instagram accounts.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/tomb-to-mission-a-pentecost-novena/
LOCATION:Diocese of Leeds Faith Formation Facebook page
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, St Germaine Cousin is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin/2026-06-15/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, she is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf any any child or adult is at risk of immediate harm\, call 999.\nThe Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding Team is available Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. Direct any concerns via email to: Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin-2/2026-06-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T100000
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
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SUMMARY:BBC DAILY SERVICE PRESENTED BY BISHOP MARCUS!
DESCRIPTION:The BBC’s Daily Service will be broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra for the Feast Day of SS John Fisher and Thomas More (direct link to listen live will follow). \nRecorded with the Leeds Cathedral Senior Girls Choir and Scholars and visiting singers from Vanderbilt University\, conducted by Choral Director Joseph Tilling and accompanied on the organ by Benjamin Newlove. \nThe presenter is The Right Reverend Bishop Marcus Stock\, Bishop of Leeds and Apostolic Administrator of the Dioceses of Middlesbrough and Hallam. \nThe programme will be available on BBC Sounds for 29 days after the broadcast. \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/bbc-daily-service-presented-by-bishop-marcus/
LOCATION:BBC Radio 4 Extra
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Maria Goretti
DESCRIPTION:Today is the Feast Day of St Maria Goretti. In 1902\, Maria was just 11 years old when she was killed whilst resisting a rapist. Maria’s horrific story of suffering from the last century highlights the continuing importance of today’s commitment to Safeguarding in the Catholic Church to combat all forms of abuse – not only of children\, but also of adults at risk. \nVisit our Safeguarding website for more information on all aspects of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds – and how to get in touch\, in confidence\, with our Safeguarding team via safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk.  \nIn addition to St Maria Goretti\, there are many other ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, whose Feast Days are remembered in our Events Calendar. Some of them were themselves victims and survivors of various forms of abuse\, including human trafficking and domestic violence. Others are Saints to whom we can all pray to intercede for strength to bear suffering and for protection against the evils which undermine the sacred human dignity of God’s beloved children – especially the most vulnerable. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Maria Goretti: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-maria-goretti/2026-07-06/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Benedict
DESCRIPTION:St Benedict of Nursia (480-547) is a Saint whose intercession is invoked for many reasons\, including to protect and comfort those suffering spiritual abuse – so he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nA short prayer to St Benedict for protection: \nThrough your intercession may we be delivered from temptation\, spiritual oppression\, physical ills\, and disease. Protect us from drug and alcohol abuse\, impurity and immorality\, objectionable companions\, and negative attitudes. Admirable Saint and Doctor of Humility\, you practiced what you taught\, assiduously praying for God’s glory and lovingly fulfilling all work for God and the benefit of all human beings. You know the many physical and spiritual dangers that surround us today\, often caused or occasioned by human inventions. Guard us against poisoning of the body as well as of mind and soul\, and thus be truly a ‘Blessed’ one for us.\nAmen. \nSpiritual abuse can happen in families or communities and in many ways: to find out more\, visit the Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding website and the website of the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Benedict: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-benedict/2026-07-11/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTSTAMP:20260523T051113
CREATED:20240706T215244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162445Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Monica
DESCRIPTION:St Monica is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’: she was a Christian\, married to an abusive pagan husband. One of her three children was St Augustine of Hippo: a great Saint and Doctor of the Church. St Monica prayed that her violent husband would repent before he died  – and he did! \nSt Monica is a Patron Saint of all victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse.  The Leeds charity which provides short-term accommodation for destitute female asylum seekers\, St Monica’s Housing\, is named after her. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Monica: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-monica/2026-08-27/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T125228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T161748Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: SS Michael\, Raphael and Gabriel\, Archangels
DESCRIPTION:St Michael is the Archangel who leads and supports us in the battle against ‘the world\, the flesh and the devil’. Through the power of God\, he is victorious against evil – and that makes him one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nThere is a well-known prayer to invoke St Michael’s protection …: \nHoly Michael\, Archangel\, defend us in the day of battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him\, we humbly pray; and do thou\, O Prince of the Heavenly Host\, by the power of God\, thrust down to hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls.\nAmen. \n  \nSt Raphael\, mentioned in the Book of Tobit\, is a protector and healer. As the saint who will protect the vulnerable and bring healing to those who have experienced any type of abuse\, St Raphael is the subject of an icon which the Bishop has commissioned for Leeds Cathedral from the artist Martin Earle. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk – or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Michael\, Archangel: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-michael-the-archangel/2026-09-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20260410T092336Z
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SUMMARY:Year of St Francis: celebrate with the Franciscans of the Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi at Leeds Cathedral with our Bradford-based Franciscan Brothers of the Renewal! \nUsually based at St Patrick’s Mission\, the Brothers’ celebration of their traditional Transitus prayer service will follow the 6:00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday 3 October … and then join them with Bishop Marcus who will celebrate a Solemn Mass of St Francis on Sunday 4 October at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/year-of-st-francis-celebrate-with-the-franciscans-of-the-renewal/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Leeds Cathedral\, Great George Street\, Leeds\, LS2 8BE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T123000
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20260410T092336Z
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SUMMARY:Year of St Francis: celebrate with the Franciscans of the Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi at Leeds Cathedral with our Bradford-based Franciscan Brothers of the Renewal! \nUsually based at St Patrick’s Mission\, the Brothers’ celebration of their traditional Transitus prayer service will follow the 6:00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday 3 October … and then join them with Bishop Marcus who will celebrate a Solemn Mass of St Francis on Sunday 4 October at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/year-of-st-francis-celebrate-with-the-franciscans-of-the-renewal/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:Leeds Cathedral\, Great George Street\, Leeds\, LS2 8BE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Nicholas
DESCRIPTION:Upon the death of his rich parents\, St Nicholas is said to have distributed their wealth to the poor\, which may in part be the origin of his role as the gift-giver\, ‘Santa Claus’ – but two other stories in particular about St Nicholas’ generosity and kindness explain why\, amongst his many other patronages\, St Nicholas is the Patron Saint of Children. The stories also illustrate why he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, protecting children from harm and rescuing girls from being forced into prostitution. \nOne tale concerns St Nicholas hearing of a man who had lost all his money and was unable to provide dowries for his three young daughters. At that time\, with no marriage or work prospects the girls may well have had to support themselves through prostitution. Secretly\, Nicholas placed three bags of gold as dowries for the girls – and as well as saving them from a life of danger and humiliation\, further cemented his reputation for giving presents in secret and without expectation of thanks. A later story has St Nicholas rescuing three children who have been murdered\, bringing them back to life by invoking the name of the Lord. The ‘literal’ truth of these stories is less relevant compared with the message that\, like St Nicholas\, it is our Christian duty to keep one another safe from harm – especially those who are most vulnerable – and to support our commitment to Safeguarding in our churches and communities. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention\, call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Nicholas: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-nicholas/2026-12-06/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270209
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T105929Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Josephine Bakhita
DESCRIPTION:As the Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, St Josephine Bakhita (Feast Day 8 February) was kidnapped from her home in Sudan aged just nine and sold into slavery. She is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’ – and this is a prayer for her intercession to help us combat these evils and to support and comfort all who have been trafficked\, enslaved or otherwise exploited: \nO God\, who led Saint Josephine Bakhita from abject slavery to the dignity of being your daughter and a bride of Christ\, grant\, we pray\, that by her example we may show constant love for the Lord Jesus crucified\, remaining steadfast in charity and prompt to show compassion.\nAmen. \nFor more information on how the Catholic Church combats Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, visit the website of the Santa Marta Group – an alliance of police chiefs and bishops to bring system change to end human trafficking. \nIf someone is in immediate danger\, please call 999. For any other Trafficking and Safeguarding information or concerns in the Diocese of Leeds\, please contact Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Josephine Bakhita: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-josephine-bakhita/2027-02-08/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270523
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240829T154851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161559Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Days: St Rita
DESCRIPTION:St Rita of Cascia (1381-1457) became an Augustinian nun after being widowed. She had previously endured 18 years of marriage to a rich\, but quick-tempered and violent husband. She prayed constantly for her husband to experience a change of heart – and he did. When he was later killed in a ‘vendetta’ or ‘honour-feud’\, she prevented her sons from seeking revenge. St Rita is now a Patron Saint of all people suffering spousal abuse and family feuds\, so is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nReporting Safeguarding Concerns: If you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Rita of Cascia: pray for us! \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-days-st-rita/2027-05-22/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T113218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161851Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, St Germaine Cousin is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin/2027-06-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T123023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T125954Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, she is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf any any child or adult is at risk of immediate harm\, call 999.\nThe Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding Team is available Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. Direct any concerns via email to: Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin-2/2027-06-15/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270707
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T171515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162048Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Maria Goretti
DESCRIPTION:Today is the Feast Day of St Maria Goretti. In 1902\, Maria was just 11 years old when she was killed whilst resisting a rapist. Maria’s horrific story of suffering from the last century highlights the continuing importance of today’s commitment to Safeguarding in the Catholic Church to combat all forms of abuse – not only of children\, but also of adults at risk. \nVisit our Safeguarding website for more information on all aspects of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds – and how to get in touch\, in confidence\, with our Safeguarding team via safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk.  \nIn addition to St Maria Goretti\, there are many other ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, whose Feast Days are remembered in our Events Calendar. Some of them were themselves victims and survivors of various forms of abuse\, including human trafficking and domestic violence. Others are Saints to whom we can all pray to intercede for strength to bear suffering and for protection against the evils which undermine the sacred human dignity of God’s beloved children – especially the most vulnerable. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Maria Goretti: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-maria-goretti/2027-07-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270712
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T120236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162236Z
UID:10000324-1815264000-1815350399@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Benedict
DESCRIPTION:St Benedict of Nursia (480-547) is a Saint whose intercession is invoked for many reasons\, including to protect and comfort those suffering spiritual abuse – so he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nA short prayer to St Benedict for protection: \nThrough your intercession may we be delivered from temptation\, spiritual oppression\, physical ills\, and disease. Protect us from drug and alcohol abuse\, impurity and immorality\, objectionable companions\, and negative attitudes. Admirable Saint and Doctor of Humility\, you practiced what you taught\, assiduously praying for God’s glory and lovingly fulfilling all work for God and the benefit of all human beings. You know the many physical and spiritual dangers that surround us today\, often caused or occasioned by human inventions. Guard us against poisoning of the body as well as of mind and soul\, and thus be truly a ‘Blessed’ one for us.\nAmen. \nSpiritual abuse can happen in families or communities and in many ways: to find out more\, visit the Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding website and the website of the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Benedict: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-benedict/2027-07-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270828
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T215244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162445Z
UID:10000338-1819324800-1819411199@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Monica
DESCRIPTION:St Monica is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’: she was a Christian\, married to an abusive pagan husband. One of her three children was St Augustine of Hippo: a great Saint and Doctor of the Church. St Monica prayed that her violent husband would repent before he died  – and he did! \nSt Monica is a Patron Saint of all victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse.  The Leeds charity which provides short-term accommodation for destitute female asylum seekers\, St Monica’s Housing\, is named after her. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Monica: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-monica/2027-08-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270930
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T125228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T161748Z
UID:10000329-1822176000-1822262399@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: SS Michael\, Raphael and Gabriel\, Archangels
DESCRIPTION:St Michael is the Archangel who leads and supports us in the battle against ‘the world\, the flesh and the devil’. Through the power of God\, he is victorious against evil – and that makes him one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nThere is a well-known prayer to invoke St Michael’s protection …: \nHoly Michael\, Archangel\, defend us in the day of battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him\, we humbly pray; and do thou\, O Prince of the Heavenly Host\, by the power of God\, thrust down to hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls.\nAmen. \n  \nSt Raphael\, mentioned in the Book of Tobit\, is a protector and healer. As the saint who will protect the vulnerable and bring healing to those who have experienced any type of abuse\, St Raphael is the subject of an icon which the Bishop has commissioned for Leeds Cathedral from the artist Martin Earle. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk – or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Michael\, Archangel: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-michael-the-archangel/2027-09-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271207
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240708T122445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161235Z
UID:10000358-1828051200-1828137599@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Nicholas
DESCRIPTION:Upon the death of his rich parents\, St Nicholas is said to have distributed their wealth to the poor\, which may in part be the origin of his role as the gift-giver\, ‘Santa Claus’ – but two other stories in particular about St Nicholas’ generosity and kindness explain why\, amongst his many other patronages\, St Nicholas is the Patron Saint of Children. The stories also illustrate why he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, protecting children from harm and rescuing girls from being forced into prostitution. \nOne tale concerns St Nicholas hearing of a man who had lost all his money and was unable to provide dowries for his three young daughters. At that time\, with no marriage or work prospects the girls may well have had to support themselves through prostitution. Secretly\, Nicholas placed three bags of gold as dowries for the girls – and as well as saving them from a life of danger and humiliation\, further cemented his reputation for giving presents in secret and without expectation of thanks. A later story has St Nicholas rescuing three children who have been murdered\, bringing them back to life by invoking the name of the Lord. The ‘literal’ truth of these stories is less relevant compared with the message that\, like St Nicholas\, it is our Christian duty to keep one another safe from harm – especially those who are most vulnerable – and to support our commitment to Safeguarding in our churches and communities. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention\, call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Nicholas: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-nicholas/2027-12-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280209
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T105929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161410Z
UID:10000333-1833580800-1833667199@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Josephine Bakhita
DESCRIPTION:As the Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, St Josephine Bakhita (Feast Day 8 February) was kidnapped from her home in Sudan aged just nine and sold into slavery. She is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’ – and this is a prayer for her intercession to help us combat these evils and to support and comfort all who have been trafficked\, enslaved or otherwise exploited: \nO God\, who led Saint Josephine Bakhita from abject slavery to the dignity of being your daughter and a bride of Christ\, grant\, we pray\, that by her example we may show constant love for the Lord Jesus crucified\, remaining steadfast in charity and prompt to show compassion.\nAmen. \nFor more information on how the Catholic Church combats Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, visit the website of the Santa Marta Group – an alliance of police chiefs and bishops to bring system change to end human trafficking. \nIf someone is in immediate danger\, please call 999. For any other Trafficking and Safeguarding information or concerns in the Diocese of Leeds\, please contact Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Josephine Bakhita: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-josephine-bakhita/2028-02-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280523
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240829T154851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161559Z
UID:10000343-1842566400-1842652799@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Days: St Rita
DESCRIPTION:St Rita of Cascia (1381-1457) became an Augustinian nun after being widowed. She had previously endured 18 years of marriage to a rich\, but quick-tempered and violent husband. She prayed constantly for her husband to experience a change of heart – and he did. When he was later killed in a ‘vendetta’ or ‘honour-feud’\, she prevented her sons from seeking revenge. St Rita is now a Patron Saint of all people suffering spousal abuse and family feuds\, so is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nReporting Safeguarding Concerns: If you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Rita of Cascia: pray for us! \n 
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-days-st-rita/2028-05-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T113218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161851Z
UID:10000353-1844640000-1844726399@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, St Germaine Cousin is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin/2028-06-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280616
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T123023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T125954Z
UID:10000319-1844640000-1844726399@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Germaine Cousin
DESCRIPTION:St Germaine Cousin (1579-1601) is a Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Child Physical Abuse and Neglect and is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nBorn near Toulouse\, France\, from childhood she worked as a shepherdess. Germaine bore her physical disabilities and stepmother’s cruel mistreatment with patience and took comfort in a close spiritual relationship with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother. More than two centuries after her death\, aged only 22\, she was eventually canonised in 1854.  In addition to her intercession being invoked as a Patron of those suffering abuse and neglect as children\, she is also Patron of those who have been abandoned\, the sick\, the disabled\, people who feel to be physically unattractive and those who suffer owing to poverty\, illness or the loss of parents. \nRead her story HERE. \nIf any any child or adult is at risk of immediate harm\, call 999.\nThe Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding Team is available Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. Direct any concerns via email to: Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nA copy of our current Safeguarding Communications Plan is also available on the Safeguarding website. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business! \n \nSt Germaine Cousin: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-germaine-cousin-2/2028-06-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280707
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T171515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162048Z
UID:10000349-1846454400-1846540799@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Maria Goretti
DESCRIPTION:Today is the Feast Day of St Maria Goretti. In 1902\, Maria was just 11 years old when she was killed whilst resisting a rapist. Maria’s horrific story of suffering from the last century highlights the continuing importance of today’s commitment to Safeguarding in the Catholic Church to combat all forms of abuse – not only of children\, but also of adults at risk. \nVisit our Safeguarding website for more information on all aspects of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds – and how to get in touch\, in confidence\, with our Safeguarding team via safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk.  \nIn addition to St Maria Goretti\, there are many other ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, whose Feast Days are remembered in our Events Calendar. Some of them were themselves victims and survivors of various forms of abuse\, including human trafficking and domestic violence. Others are Saints to whom we can all pray to intercede for strength to bear suffering and for protection against the evils which undermine the sacred human dignity of God’s beloved children – especially the most vulnerable. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Maria Goretti: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-maria-goretti/2028-07-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280712
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T120236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162236Z
UID:10000325-1846886400-1846972799@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Benedict
DESCRIPTION:St Benedict of Nursia (480-547) is a Saint whose intercession is invoked for many reasons\, including to protect and comfort those suffering spiritual abuse – so he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nA short prayer to St Benedict for protection: \nThrough your intercession may we be delivered from temptation\, spiritual oppression\, physical ills\, and disease. Protect us from drug and alcohol abuse\, impurity and immorality\, objectionable companions\, and negative attitudes. Admirable Saint and Doctor of Humility\, you practiced what you taught\, assiduously praying for God’s glory and lovingly fulfilling all work for God and the benefit of all human beings. You know the many physical and spiritual dangers that surround us today\, often caused or occasioned by human inventions. Guard us against poisoning of the body as well as of mind and soul\, and thus be truly a ‘Blessed’ one for us.\nAmen. \nSpiritual abuse can happen in families or communities and in many ways: to find out more\, visit the Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding website and the website of the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Benedict: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-benedict/2028-07-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280828
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T215244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T162445Z
UID:10000339-1850947200-1851033599@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Monica
DESCRIPTION:St Monica is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’: she was a Christian\, married to an abusive pagan husband. One of her three children was St Augustine of Hippo: a great Saint and Doctor of the Church. St Monica prayed that her violent husband would repent before he died  – and he did! \nSt Monica is a Patron Saint of all victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse.  The Leeds charity which provides short-term accommodation for destitute female asylum seekers\, St Monica’s Housing\, is named after her. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Monica: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-monica/2028-08-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280930
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T125228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T161748Z
UID:10000330-1853798400-1853884799@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints Day: SS Michael\, Raphael and Gabriel\, Archangels
DESCRIPTION:St Michael is the Archangel who leads and supports us in the battle against ‘the world\, the flesh and the devil’. Through the power of God\, he is victorious against evil – and that makes him one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’. \nThere is a well-known prayer to invoke St Michael’s protection …: \nHoly Michael\, Archangel\, defend us in the day of battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him\, we humbly pray; and do thou\, O Prince of the Heavenly Host\, by the power of God\, thrust down to hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls.\nAmen. \n  \nSt Raphael\, mentioned in the Book of Tobit\, is a protector and healer. As the saint who will protect the vulnerable and bring healing to those who have experienced any type of abuse\, St Raphael is the subject of an icon which the Bishop has commissioned for Leeds Cathedral from the artist Martin Earle. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk – or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Michael\, Archangel: pray for us.
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-michael-the-archangel/2028-09-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20281206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20281207
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240708T122445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161235Z
UID:10000359-1859673600-1859759999@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Nicholas
DESCRIPTION:Upon the death of his rich parents\, St Nicholas is said to have distributed their wealth to the poor\, which may in part be the origin of his role as the gift-giver\, ‘Santa Claus’ – but two other stories in particular about St Nicholas’ generosity and kindness explain why\, amongst his many other patronages\, St Nicholas is the Patron Saint of Children. The stories also illustrate why he is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’\, protecting children from harm and rescuing girls from being forced into prostitution. \nOne tale concerns St Nicholas hearing of a man who had lost all his money and was unable to provide dowries for his three young daughters. At that time\, with no marriage or work prospects the girls may well have had to support themselves through prostitution. Secretly\, Nicholas placed three bags of gold as dowries for the girls – and as well as saving them from a life of danger and humiliation\, further cemented his reputation for giving presents in secret and without expectation of thanks. A later story has St Nicholas rescuing three children who have been murdered\, bringing them back to life by invoking the name of the Lord. The ‘literal’ truth of these stories is less relevant compared with the message that\, like St Nicholas\, it is our Christian duty to keep one another safe from harm – especially those who are most vulnerable – and to support our commitment to Safeguarding in our churches and communities. \nIf you have information of a safeguarding nature where a child or adult at risk is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention\, call emergency services on 999. Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding can be contacted in confidence by email via Safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or speak to our Safeguarding Team on 0113 2618046. Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of the Church will be responded to sensitively\, respectfully and seriously. All concerns and allegations will be addressed using the Church’s national procedures and in a timely manner. The Catholic Safeguarding Standard Agency (CSSA) can also be contacted on 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Nicholas: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-nicholas/2028-12-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20290208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20290209
DTSTAMP:20260523T051114
CREATED:20240706T105929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161410Z
UID:10000334-1865203200-1865289599@www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Saints' Day: St Josephine Bakhita
DESCRIPTION:As the Patron Saint of all Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, St Josephine Bakhita (Feast Day 8 February) was kidnapped from her home in Sudan aged just nine and sold into slavery. She is one of our ‘Safeguarding Saints’ – and this is a prayer for her intercession to help us combat these evils and to support and comfort all who have been trafficked\, enslaved or otherwise exploited: \nO God\, who led Saint Josephine Bakhita from abject slavery to the dignity of being your daughter and a bride of Christ\, grant\, we pray\, that by her example we may show constant love for the Lord Jesus crucified\, remaining steadfast in charity and prompt to show compassion.\nAmen. \nFor more information on how the Catholic Church combats Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery\, visit the website of the Santa Marta Group – an alliance of police chiefs and bishops to bring system change to end human trafficking. \nIf someone is in immediate danger\, please call 999. For any other Trafficking and Safeguarding information or concerns in the Diocese of Leeds\, please contact Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding. \nSafeguarding is Everybody’s Business – so EVERYBODY is invited to share their thoughts with us about Safeguarding in the Diocese of Leeds\, in confidence\, using our website’s Safeguarding Feedback Form! \n \nSt Josephine Bakhita: pray for us!
URL:https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/safeguarding-saints-day-st-josephine-bakhita/2029-02-08/
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