A central tenet of the Christian faith is the inherent value and worth of all children, youth, and adults. Children, youth, and other vulnerable people are least able to protect themselves in our society and are particularly vulnerable to abuse and neglect. The United Methodist Church is eager to do all it can to protect the youth, children, and other vulnerable people who participate in the life of this congregation.
Our Christian faith calls us to offer both hospitality and protection to our children, youth, and other vulnerable people. The Social Principles of the United Methodist Church state, “…children must be protected from economic, physical and sexual exploitation and abuse.” The Social Principles also state “…all persons are individuals of sacred worth, created in the image of God.”
Abuse prevention and ministry protection policies and procedures are essential for congregations, not only for the protection and safety of our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons, but also for our volunteers and staff working with them.

Online training & attestation form

All individuals who would like to volunteer to work with our children and youth must complete training annually. Prior to volunteering, please view the two training videos linked below. After you have viewed the videos, please complete the Google form linked here to indicate your acceptance of and compliance with our Safe Sanctuaries policies.

Part 1: Introduction to Safe Sanctuaries

Part 2: Observe & Respond

Part 3: Complete the Google form linked here