Church should be a safe space.
City of Light Church believes that all persons should experience the church as a safe environment, free from any form of abuse. We believe that God is a refuge for the oppressed and never ignores the cry of the abused (Psalm 9:9, 12), and he wants his people to participate in this work.
Although we cannot control every circumstance, we strive to create a culture that does not allow abuse to thrive. You are invited to join our community in this holy ambition, as we embody God’s compassion and work to create a place of safety for every person in the church and a sanctuary of healing and justice for survivors.
Churchwide Abuse Prevention
For Kids
While we want church to be a safe space for everyone, we take especially thorough measures for protecting kids in our Sunday ministry, our ministry throughout the week, and in our neighborhood mission.
Learn more about City of Light's vision, policies, and procedures for protecting children here.
Safeguarding Team
City of Light's Safeguarding Team is an Advisory Team of our Parish Council and exists to help prevent abuse by providing a clear and safe place for anyone to report allegations of abuse by a City of Light Leader. The Safeguarding Team will also assist the church in its response to abuse allegations that may occur.
The current members of the City of Light Safeguarding Team are Kaitlin Cooper, Daniel Miller, and Abby Arnold (senior warden).
To make a confidential communication or report to the Safeguarding Team, please email parishcouncil@cityoflightanglican.org.
Report a Concern
We want to protect the vulnerable & minister with integrity. If you have a concern regarding any form of misconduct in one of our diocesan churches, please report your concern. If you see something, please say something. You may make a report to our independent Intake Officer.
Additionally, our Diocese has compiled additional resources for identifying, preventing and responding to abuse to help adults and parents better understand how to talk with children about abuse, and gain insights on sexual abuse (particularly child sexual abuse), grooming, and abuse within a church context.