Welcome to the Classis Safe Church Webpage

. We have set up a number of Quick Links for your convenience.
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   A) We have a link to the Christian Reformed Church of North America (CRCNA). They have
developed a Model Policy that you can adapt to your congregation.

  B) Robertson Hall is an insurance provider for many of our churches. They have published
an excellent article on assessing risk and becoming aware of abuse situations in your
congregation.

  C) We have provided a link to a refresher/training video that was developed by the West
End CRC staff. They have allowed us to modify the presentation so that it can be used
by our congregations. We are grateful that we can use their material. Very well done.

  D) We have provided a link to insurance provider’s ‘Abuse Prevention Declaration Form’.
The contents of the form will give you an idea of how well your congregation is
complying with the basic Safe Church procedures.

   E) Link to the Circle of Grace program.

  F) Link to Common Safe Church questions.
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 G) The Classis Abuse Response Team (CART) offers an Advisory Panel Process when allegations of abuse by an adult church member against another adult church member or allegations of abuse brought by an adult member against a church leader.  To request these services contact the Classis Stated Clerk to obtain CART contact details "[email protected]". The chair of CART will advise on a  process to follow.