Caring for People — Safeguarding
Caring for people is a very important part of our Christian life. Here is who to talk to if something at church is worrying you.
We want everyone to feel safe
Most of the time at church we are like a big happy family. However, even in very happy families people can have a bad day, and even people we know and trust can upset us. We want to help everyone have good days all of the time. We try to make sure that people who have jobs in the church always behave well and in a way that is helpful to you. We never want anyone or anything in church to frighten you, confuse you or worry you.
It is important that you tell us if something is upsetting you, or if you are feeling worried about something that’s happening or something somebody is doing. We have specially trained people who you can talk to and who you can ask for help. These people are good at safeguarding — this means they look after everyone’s safety.
Who to Contact
- Parish Safeguarding Officer: Gwenifer Shawyer — 01724 734 28
If you wish to speak to someone outside the church, you can contact the diocesan safeguarding team. There is also information there about other places from where you can get help or advice.
Other Sources of Help
- Childline: 0800 1111
- EDAN Lincs (Domestic Abuse): 01522 510041
- Men’s Advice Line: 0808 8010327
- Elder Abuse Hotline: 0800 0699 784
- Safe Spaces: 0300 303 1056