Keeping Safe

Caring for people is a very important part of our Christian life and we always set out to do that well.

We see ourselves as 'family' and want to treat people in a way that is thoughtful and kind. 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, confuse or worry people. 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 someone 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.

The people who can help you are Revd Jess Bellshaw or members of the parish Safeguarding Team. You can contact Revd Jess by emailing: revjessbellshaw@gmail.com or on 01522 452835 or members of the Safeguarding Team as follows:

Marilyn Small (Churches in Reepham, Fiskerton, Langworth and Barlings)

Odette Millar (Churches in Cherry Willingham and Greetwell)

Lyn Curtis (Churches in Sudbrooke and Stainton by Langworth)

The above can all be contacted at: safeguardingslbchurches@gmail.com

If you wish to speak to someone outside the church you can talk to the Lincoln Diocese Safeguarding Team. Details are here:

Safeguarding | Lincoln Diocesan Trust and Board of Finance (anglican.org)

For survivor and victim support - Gemma Marks-Good(Lincoln Safeguarding Advocate)

01522 504070

Childline - 0800 1111

Shout - text ‘shout’ to 85258

Safe Spaces - for survivors of church related abuse - 0300 303 1056

EdanLincs(Domestic Abuse) - 01522 510041

Men's Advice Line - 0808 801 0327

Elder Abuse Hotline - 0800 0699 784