Safeguarding
The Anglican Church of the Resurrection, Bucharest is committed to being a safe, welcoming, and inclusive church for everyone, especially children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
Safeguarding is an essential part of our Christian life and witness. The wellbeing of every person who comes into our care is paramount, and we take our responsibility to protect those who may be vulnerable seriously.
Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Creating a church culture where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and care
- Promoting safe environments and good practice in all church activities
- Listening carefully to anyone who raises a concern
- Responding promptly and appropriately to safeguarding concerns
- Working in line with the Church of England and Diocese in Europe safeguarding policies and guidance
All clergy, staff, and volunteers who work with children, young people, or vulnerable adults are safely recruited and receive regular safeguarding training.
Children and Young People
Children and young people are welcome at all our services and activities. We work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure that children and young people are:
- Kept safe while in our care
- Properly supervised
- Included and valued
Raising a Safeguarding Concern
If you have a safeguarding concern, or are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child or vulnerable adult connected with our church, please speak to us.
You can contact:
- The Parish Safeguarding Officer
- The Pastor / Chaplain
- The Churchwardens
You may also contact the Diocese in Europe Safeguarding Team directly at: europe.safeguarding@churchofengland.org
If someone is in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services straight away.
Our Safeguarding Policy
The Anglican Church of the Resurrection has a comprehensive Safeguarding Policy in place, which is reviewed regularly by the Church Council and is available here.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating a church where all people can worship, grow, and belong in safety.
Join us: Give, Serve, Connect
Whether by volunteering your time or supporting us through donations, your involvement keeps our community alive. From welcoming at the door to reading in the service, from preparing tea and coffee – every act of service makes a difference. Please consider making a regular or one-off gift. Every contribution, whatever its size, is deeply appreciated and helps us continue our life and ministry together.
Our History
For over a hundred years, our red-brick church has welcomed people from all nations to worship, learn, and grow together. Founded with the support of Queen Marie of Romania, the Church of the Resurrection has remained open through times of change and challenge, a steadfast witness of faith and hospitality in Bucharest.
Today, we are a vibrant, international Anglican community — united in prayer, service, and friendship — continuing a tradition of openness and care at the heart of the city.
