“Let the children come to me and do not stop them, because the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Luke 18:19
St. Mark Lutheran Church recognizes that the church should be a safe place where people of different age, ability, race, sexual orientation, gender identity and are welcomed and nurtured in the Christian faith. As a result, the church has instituted a Safe Church Policy, which includes:
• Training of all staff and volunteers who work with children
• Background checks of all staff and volunteers who work with children
• Written policy that is clear, concise and available to all
• Ongoing oversight
• Commitment of Mission Council and Pastor