Our Team
A Message From Our Director
Welcome to the Archdiocese of Southwark. It is a privilege to serve this vibrant and diverse community, and I am honored to share with you the vision that drives our daily work. At the very heart of our mission is a profound commitment to fostering an environment where every individual child, young person, and adult feels deeply valued, safe, and supported in their journey of faith.
Our work is built upon the pillars of transparency and integrity. We recognize that to truly serve the Church, we must maintain the highest standards of professional and spiritual excellence. Whether we are implementing rigorous safeguarding protocols, providing administrative guidance, or supporting the pastoral initiatives of our clergy, our goal remains the same: to be faithful stewards of the trust you place in us.
We do not walk this path alone. The strength of our Archdiocese lies in the active collaboration between our central office and the dedicated parishioners, volunteers, and staff who bring the Gospel to life in our local communities. Your commitment is the heartbeat of our mission.
As we look toward the future, we remain dedicated to listening, learning, and evolving to meet the needs of our modern world while staying rooted in our Catholic tradition. We invite you to explore our resources and engage with our team as we work together to build a safer, more transparent, and more missionary Church for everyone.
Meet The Archdiocese Safeguarding Team
Fr Dermott O’Gorman
Director of Youth
Canon John Diver
Clergy Advisor
Sr Jane Bertelsen
Religious Communities Advisor
Mary Ney
Trustee Chair
Maureen Kotalawela
Lay Vice – Chair
Mgr Gerry Ewing
Trustee Vice-Chair
Ben Andradi
Trustee Chair
Ms Sheila Wheeler
Trustee Chair
Mr Chris Whitehouse
Trustee Chair
John Wilson
Trustee Chair
Paul Hendricks
Trustee Chair
Fr John Diver
Episcopal Vicar for Safeguarding
Mary Coller
Parish Safeguarding Representative , Police Service
Fr Philip Glandfield
Parish Priest Representative
Dr Sandradee Urquhart
Barrister
Jeremy DeSouza
Adult Social Care
Fr Uche Njoku
Parish Priest
Sr Jane Bertelsen
Religious Advisor for Safeguarding
Gallery
The Faces of Our Mission Across Southwark
Meet the Team Transforming Southwark
Young Professionals: Leading with Faith
Discover the inspired young adults who dedicate their time to lead, mentor, and serve. Our team members are more than just volunteers; they are formed leaders equipped with professional excellence and spiritual depth, ready to share the truth and love of Christ across Southwark.