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Equipping children to live in the presence of God
We want to invite you to join us in supporting families as they raise their children as disciples of Jesus.
At St Columb’s we don’t wish for children to simply be entertained or minded during the Sunday service, instead, we believe that children are treasured members of the kingdom of God, and thus, are treasured members of our congregation.
Additionally, we value children understanding how God impacts their lives, and want them to know and to love Him, equipping them to live in the presence of God not just in their childhood, but also as adults.
Children of all ages are invited to attend our Kids Church during the 10am Worship Service.
How do we strive for this focus?
1. Our ministry staff prioritise relationship with children, and model safe connection with families, so that children know that they are a valued part of the St Columb’s community.
a. We contact families regularly through conversation or otherwise to show our engagement with the busy lives of families.
b. We involve children in age-appropriate ministry roles, enabling them to learn alongside others and contribute to the church community.
c. We pray for children and their families.
d. We have a sustained commitment to Safe Ministry and ensure that volunteers are trained not only in Safe Ministry practices, but also in engaging with children and young people effectively.
2. We utilise an inquiry, question-based approach in kids church so that children are enabled and encouraged to explore their faith, and gain understanding of how they can live in the presence of God.
We celebrate our children! We mark milestones, such as during the schooling journey, birthdays, graduating to youth group etc. God is with us during all these occasions, and it is by his gifts that we have such achievements; this is worth celebrating!
Safe Ministry
St Columb's Church is committed to fulfilling our biblical, pastoral, and legal responsibilities to ensure that everyone in our church community is spiritually, emotionally, and physically safe.
Jesus taught that the greatest commandment is to love God above all and to love our neighbours as ourselves. As a church community, we are called to care for and protect children, young people, and other vulnerable people who participate in the life of our church.
St Columb's Church has zero tolerance for abuse, neglect, grooming, harassment, bullying, discrimination, or the misuse of power by anyone within our church community.
If you become aware of any misconduct or concerning behaviour, it is important that you report it. We are committed to creating a culture where people feel safe, respected, heard, and supported.
Any adult who reasonably believes that a child has been the victim of a sexual offence committed by another adult may have legal reporting obligations under applicable laws. St Columb's Church encourages the immediate reporting of concerns to the relevant authorities where required.
What can I report?
What can I report?
St Columb's Church welcomes reports regarding any matter including:
• Concerns about inappropriate behaviour or misconduct by staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, or members of the church community
• Suspected abuse, neglect, grooming, harassment, bullying, or discrimination
• Concerns involving children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
• Breaches of church policies, codes of conduct, or safe ministry standards
• Any situation where someone’s safety or wellbeing may be at risk
All reports will be taken seriously and handled respectfully, confidentially where possible, and in accordance with our Safe Ministry policies and legal responsibilities.
Please contact Rev. Helena Cameron at helena.cameron@stc.org.au or the Vicar at mark.mcdonald@stc.org.au for any questions and concerns.
Who do I contact?
Who do I contact?
For more information on any of our children's programs please contact our office: office@stc.org.au
Child safe Policies at St Columb’s
Child safe Policies at St Columb’s
Every staff member and volunteer involved in our children and youth ministries must adhere to St. Columb's child safe policy.
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