116 Cotham Road, Kew. 3101. Victoria
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About Father John Madden
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Fr John Madden

Fr John was ordained on 1 September 1990 in Cork City, Ireland. He came to Melbourne in 1987. He commenced his ministry as an assistant priest in Endeavour Hills for 3 years before moving to Altona North for another 3 years and then to Clayton. He was appointed as the Parish Priest in Immaculate Conception in Westernport and after 5 1/2 years, he moved to St Brigid's Healesville. He was only there for about 8 months which is one of his deepest regrets. That same year he moved to St Anne's Seaford and was there for 12 years.

Fr John has always offered Adult Faith Education in any parish which he served. He is of the strong belief that people need to know their faith from an academic perspective to allow it to speak to us effectively. He believes that belonging involves both mind and heart. While much of his past studies have focused on systematic theology, he is currently undertaking his master's in biblical study focusing on the Old Testament.

Fr John has a user-friendly approach and can explain difficult concepts in easy terms. His hope is that you may begin to grasp what is offered in the Eucharist.Fr John would say his greatest asset is the people he serves. His priesthood spans 30 years and he believes that any wisdom/insights he has come from the people he serves. He also maintains that life is not found in books but in living well. For him, the Eucharist is essential to 'living well', as he says "in exploring the Eucharist I am confronted with the mystery of who I am as a spiritual being."

Parish Contact

Michele Agustin Guarino
Michele Agustin Guarino
Parish Manager
Email: [sacred.heart.parish.kew@gmail.com](sacred.heart.parish.kew@gmail.com)
Contact Us: +6198536701
Physical Address
  • 116 Cotham Road Crn Cotham &
  • Glenferrie Rds, Kew Victoria
  • Australia
Office Hours

Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4 pm

Postal Address
  • PO Box 3211Cotham LPO Kew
  • Victoria 3101
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Parish Leadership Team

Sacred Heart Parish Leadership Team
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Safeguarding Committee

The Safeguarding Committee established within the parish plays a central role in assisting the Parish Leaders Team with promoting and implementing the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Young People policy and compliance with requirements of the child-safety standards frameworks. Within the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne (CAM), the Parish Leadership Team with its Safeguarding Committee is required to summarise its compliance with the requirements of the safeguarding framework on an annual basis.

Safeguarding Committee comprises clergy, employees and volunteers.

Amanda Towe
Amanda Towe
Lucy Miotello
Lucy Miotello
Fr John Madden
Fr John Madden
Tony Hollamby
Tony Hollamby

Safeguarding Committee and Presentation

  • Safeguarding Children & Young People Policy
  • Safety of Children and Young People Our Parish Statement of Commitment
  • Code of Conduct
  • Safeguarding Committee Role Description
  • Parish, Agency and Entity Safeguarding Responsibilities Information Sheet
  • Safeguarding Presentation

Important Resources

  • Safeguarding Risk Management Webinar Presentation Slides
  • Child Safety Risk Management Information Sheet
  • Safe Programs Practice & Behavioural Guidelines
  • Safeguarding Risk Management Webinar
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Sacred Heart Primary School

It is a vibrant and engaging learning community where each person feels a sense of worth and belonging. Our school aims to create an atmosphere where each child is known, challenged, supported and encouraged to be happy and successful learners. We aim to develop sense of belonging within the school, parish and wider community for each child. We work in partnership with parents to provide the children with security in a caring Christian climate.

School Contact

All Correspondence and Mail addressed to:

Ed Weekes
Principal
Email: admin@shkew.catholic.edu.in
Contact Us: 98535859
Fax: 98538981
Address

P.O. Box 3221 Cotham L.P.O. Kew 3101

Website : https://www.shkew.catholic.edu.au

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116 Cotham Road, Kew. 3101. Victoria

Tuesday to Friday

9:00 am - 4 pm

(03) 9853 6701

sacred.heart.parish.kew@gmail.com

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