Jesus said, “Whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me.”  Matthew 18:5

Chapin United Methodist Church is maintaining a safe environment for every child and youth involved in its program ministry or in events connected with or sponsored by CUMC.  In response to growing public concern over the safety and welfare of young people, CUMC established a Safe Sanctuaries Policy.  We affirm the right of children and youth to be protected from sexual/emotional/physical abuse and neglect.

How Will Workers Be Selected?

• All persons (volunteer and staff) who work with children and youth will be screened.

• Volunteers must be actively involved in the ministries at CUMC before they can work with children/youth.

• The "two adult" rule - There will always be two or more adults present at any activity involving children/youth.

• Volunteers will be screened in advance to create a pool of prospective workers who can be called upon quickly to maintain the "two adult" rule.

• All staff and volunteers who work with children/youth will be trained about the Abuse Prevention Policy and will receive periodic continuing education on this subject.

How Can You Get an Application?

The Volunteer Application, Participant Covenant Statement, and Criminal Records Authorization must all be completed for your Safe Sanctuary training.  You can pick up a complete application at the church office, or you can download a Microsoft Word version of the necessary documents by clicking the links above.

How Can You Help?

• Familiarize yourself with the Safe Sanctuaries Policy.

• Work with the CUMC staff and volunteers to apply the Safe Sanctuary Policy to all areas of our church.

• Support the ongoing education of our congregation.

For more information, contact the Coordinator of Children's Ministries or Youth Minister at 345-2801.  For a complete version of CUMC's Safe Sanctuary Program, click on the Safe Sanctuaries logo above.

info@chapinumc.com

PO Box 237
Chapin, SC  29036
(803) 345-2801