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Safeguarding
Holy Trinity parish takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We have adopted the national Church of England's robust procedures and guidelines, and our Safeguarding Policy is reproduced below. You can find out more about the Church of England's national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
If you have any safeguarding concerns or issues on a safeguarding matter then you can find useful contact information at http://www.liverpool.anglican.org/safeguarding
The Parish of Holy Trinity, Formby
SAFEGUARDING POLICY
PROMOTING A SAFER CHURCH
The following policy was agreed at the Parochial Church Council (PCC) meeting held on 4th November 2019.
In accordance with the Church of England Safeguarding Policy our church is committed to:
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Promoting a safer environment and culture.
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Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church.
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Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
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Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
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Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.
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Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
The Parish will:
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Create a safe and caring place for all.
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Have a named Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) to work with the incumbent and the PCC to implement policy and procedures.
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Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse.
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Ensure that there is appropriate insurance cover for all activities involving children and adults undertaken in the name of the parish.
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Display in church premises and on the Parish website the details of who to contact* if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs.
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Listen to and take seriously all those who disclose abuse.
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Take steps to protect children and adults when a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishops guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately.
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Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse regardless of the type of abuse, when or where it occurred.
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Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties.
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Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually.
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Review the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practices at least annually.
Each person who works within this church community will agree to abide by this policy and the guidelines established by this church.
This church appoints Pam Pearson as the Parish Safeguarding Officer.
Incumbent: Revd Mark Stanford
Churchwardens: Jan Outram, Jenny Hayes
Date: 4th November 2019
* Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Catriona Richardson, 0151 705 2153 or 07887 510946
catriona.richardson@liverpool.anglican.org
SUMMER SERVICES
For seven weeks over the summer we’ll be merging our services at Holy Trinity from 21st July until 1st September.
11am Holy Communion Service with refreshments available from 10am
Welcome Day - Holy Trinity Church Formby
Saturday 20th July 11.00am - 2.00pm
A chance to find out more about the Scouts and Guides, the Good News Holiday Club, Tiddler Toddlers, Pizza Eaters, the Walking Group, and Cuppa and Chat. There will be a prayer tent and a free BBQ and an opportunity to discover how we can help with Weddings and Christenings.
SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
AT HOLY TRINITY
Regular Services
Sunday
8:30am Holy Communion
10am Family Worship
11.15am Morning Worship
Additionally Holy Communion is normally celebrated once a month at the 10am and 11.15am services.
Wednesday
11.00am Holy Communion
Come and join us!
SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
AT ST MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS, ALTCAR
Sunday
9.30am Holy Communion
Wednesday
10.am Holy Communion
Contact Us
Holy Trinity Formby
Rosemary Lane Formby L37 3HA
Email formby.htc.office@btconnect.com
Phone 01704 878913
Office Hours
Mon 9am- 12 noon
Tues 10am-12 noon
Weds 9am-12 noon
Thurs 10am 12 noon
Friday closed
COMING UP IN AUGUST
Holiday At Home
Holiday at Home brochures are available from Church.
Holy Trinity is again hosting the Singalong and more , Cuppa & cake chat with Maggie & Mandy & Alan on Monday 12th August in the Parish Hall. Donations for MacMillan Cancer.
80 places available . You need to complete a booking form and return to The Methodist Church Formby before 15th July if you wish to come. Taxi: Drop off and pick up in front of Church.
If you would like to come and help, to serve tea and coffee or to bake a cake, it would be very much appreciated. Please call Maggie on 07717279479 if you are able to help on the day or bake a cake .
Good News Holiday Club 50th Anniversary
19th – 23rd August, Monday to Friday 10.00am – 11.59 am.
For children who will be in Key Stage 1 and 2 in September. Registration forms available in Church
GENERAL INFORMATION.
‘The Loft’, Men’s Event 9.30 am – 11.00 am.
Meeting Every Friday morning in the Church Foyer. Except first Friday of the month will be in
The Lifeboat Pub. All men welcome