Safe Sanctuary - First United Methodist Church of Grove

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF GROVE

Safe Sanctuary Policy

Our congregation’s purpose for establishing this Safe Sanctuary Policy and accompanying procedures is to demonstrate our absolute and unwavering commitment to create within our ministries a “safe sanctuary” that will foster healthy growth and development in spiritual and other dimensions as we have opportunity to provide ministry. Safe Sanctuaries, established through the UM General Board of Discipleship (GBOD), is an overt expression of a congregation in making a congregation a safe place where children and youth may experience the abiding love of God and fellowship within the community of faith. More information

Volunteering with Children & Youth

The three step process is required for all volunteers and church staff working with children or youth in any FUMC activity.

Return completed documents to the church office.

These documents are also available from the offices of the Children’s and Youth Ministry Directors.

For information contact Mekala Smith, msmith@groveumc.org or Randy Mathews, randym@groveumc.org or phone 918-786-5148.

STEP 1: READ–Safe Sanctuary Policy (print for your future reference)

STEP 2: READ, PRINT & COMPLETE–Safe Sanctuary Participation Covenant

STEP 3: READ, PRINT, & COMPLETE–Safe Sanctuary Volunteer Application