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Press Media
Office: This office provides a service to the press and
media, offering them information and guidance on the activities of the
Church
The Vicariate of
Communications Services
The Vicariate of
Communications provides a full range of design services. We can offer you
the following:
- Newsletters - Posters - Brochures - Annual reports
- Booklets - Video/audio covers - Book design and layout
- Corporate stationery - Document design
- Advertisement - Conference papers - Prospectus
The Vicariate of Communications is responsible for the RCC website as
well as many other sites, including creating/assisting websites for
parishes and other organizations within the Church in. We can:
- develop and design your website;
- host and maintain your website;
- update your existing website.
The Vicariate of Communications can also develop and maintain a range
of database solutions.
Communications Policy
1. Coordination with Media
—The Vicar of the Communications Office shall be responsible for
coordinating all contacts with the media. The RCC staff shall also
contact the Vicariate Communications if they receive any media
inquiries, to facilitate communication between the RCC and the media.
Media personnel shall always be given professional courtesy and receive
a response from the Vicariate Communications Office.
2. Emphasis on ethics and integrity in ministry
—The Communications Officer shall work with RCC Church personnel and
the public to provide information that will increase the awareness and
understanding of the need for ethics and integrity in ministry.
3. Ensure internal
communications — The Communications Officer shall provide
information and support to parishes, and diocesan offices using all
appropriate media regarding policy, programs, events and occurrences as
well as assist in the promotion of news and activities in collaboration
with various RCC ministries. This may include, but is not limited to
information on safe environment programs, policy implementation, and
issues on ethics and integrity in ministry.
4.Timely and clear
communications —Communications within the larger faith community
the media and the broader RCC community shall be timely and clear. These
communications shall attempt to respect the confidentiality and privacy
of all involved, in a manner that promotes collaboration in the
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5.
Collaboration with appropriate sources —The Vicar of the
Communications shall work with the Presiding Archbishop, the College of
Bishops, the Communication Officers and other appropriate diocesan
and/or parish personnel in providing information to ensure accuracy, and
responsibility.
6. Special
Concerns: Sexual abuse and allegations — Regarding the prevention,
identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect and in the event
of allegations of sexual abuse, the Vicariate Communications shall
exercise special care and coordination with the staff of the affected
faith community and the faith community- at-large.
Presiding Archbishop, the
College of Bishops, the Communication Officers and other appropriate
diocesan and/or parish personnel in providing information to ensure
accuracy, and responsibility.
The RCC
philosophy regarding matters of abuse and allegations of such, align
with The Documented Policy.
a) The RCC
is committed to transparency and openness. In this context, “transparency
and openness” refers to a willingness to share information unless
there is a serious reason to maintain confidentiality. (Matters under
litigation, unsubstantiated allegations, and information which a victim
has asked the diocese to keep private would all qualify as possible
exemptions to “transparency.”)
b) The RCC
will take appropriate measures in communicating information without
compromising legitimate privacy needs. Within the confines of respect
for the privacy and the needs of the individuals involved, this diocese
will deal as openly as possible with members of the community. This is
especially so with regard to assisting and supporting parish communities
directly affected by ministerial misconduct involving minors.
Communications will occur in a proactive manner, with clear and
consistent messages conveyed through various and appropriate media, and
always emphasizing concern and sensitivity toward victims/survivors.
c)
Perception often is the reality when it comes to public opinion. It is
essential to promote accurate perceptions through the media and to rebut
misimpression.
d) The media
are vital in providing information to the general public. The spirit of
cooperation will prevail in working with the media to convey our message
through them in both English and Spanish.
e) The Vicar
of Communications shall identify the appropriate spokespersons) and
coordinate, accordingly, the role of the Presiding Archbishop in media
activity. Similarly, there shall be coordination with RCC media.
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