The Methodist Church, along with the whole Christian community, believes each person has a value and dignity which comes directly from God’s creation in God’s own image and likeness. Christians see this as fulfilled by God’s re-creation of us in Christ. Among other things, this implies a duty to value all people as bearing the image of God and therefore to protect them from harm.
Truro (with Tresillian) Methodist Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people and adults and affirms that the needs of children or of people when they are vulnerable and at risk are paramount.
Truro (with Tresillian) Methodist Church recognises that it has a particular care for all who are vulnerable whether by disabilities or by reduction in capacities or by their situation. It is recognised that this increased vulnerability may be temporary or permanent and may be visible or invisible, but that it does not diminish our humanity and seeks to affirm the gifts and graces of all God’s people.
This policy addresses the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is intended to be a dynamic policy. It is intended to support the Church in being a safe supportive and caring community for children, young people, vulnerable adults, for survivors of abuse, for communities and for those affected by abuse.
FOR SAFEGUARDING ISSUES WITHIN TRURO METHODIST CHURCH
Revd Simon Clarke Superintendent Minister
01872 273237
Janet Tredrea Circuit Safeguarding Nominated Person
Steve Harris Church Safeguarding Officer
safeguarding@truromethodist.org.uk
07800 586016
David Cross District Safeguarding Officer
07857 208187
safeguarding@cornwallmethodists.org.uk
Connexional Safeguarding Team
020 7467 5189
safeguarding@methodistchurch.org.uk