Church of Scotland Safeguarding Policy Statement 2010

The Church of Scotland has a deep concern for the wholeness and wellbeing of each individual. Through its Congregations, working together with the Safeguarding Service and statutory agencies, the Church seeks to safeguard the welfare of all people who come into contact with the Church and its services.

The Gospel proclaims that it's the responsibility of everyone within the fellowship of the Church to prevent harm, be it physical, sexual or emotional, and we will always seek to reduce risk.

The Church's commitment to safeguarding reminds us that God cares passionately about the welfare and wellbeing of all people.

Safeguarding - protection of vulnerable groups.

The Church of Scotland requires each church to have an appointed Safeguarding Co-ordinator and panel.

The Safeguarding panel consists of:

Contacts...

Should you require to report a concern (or for advice) please contact Mary Watt via the church office.

In the unlikely event that none of the panel are available please contact:

• Dunfermline Social Work, Children and Families Team on 01383 609111,
• Monday - Friday 9am -5pm
• If out of office hours please contact
• Fife Council, Out of Hours Service, tel. 08451 550099
• The Police on 0845 6005702 where you will be given assistance
• Following this action, please contact the Co-ordinator or other panel members to inform of your action as soon as possible

Thank you for your assistance with Safeguarding our Children and Vulnerable Adults.

If you would like more information, you can view or download the PVG Handbook here!

Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." And he took the children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them.
Mark 10: 15, 16