Work with Children & Young People
Our churches offer a friendly welcome to children, families and young people, wherever they are on their journey of faith. The Scottish Episcopal Church recognizes that children and young people have their own relationship with God and a special status in the Church. As a Diocese we are committed to keeping them safe in our churches.

Claire Benton-Evans is the Diocesan Children & Youth Officer. Her job is:

Claire is happy to discuss any questions, ideas and challenges you may have in this vital area of ministry. Do get in touch, particularly if you have no children in your congregation and would like to know where to start. Claire works flexibly throughout the week and can be contacted via email: youth@brechin.anglican.org or on her work mobile: 0747 372 8148.

The Welcome Audit
Rebooting your church’s welcome for children, young people and families.

This is a brand new, easy-to-use resource for churches, created by Claire Benton-Evans. It is aimed at those congregations who rarely see children in church, and for whom a regular Sunday school is a fond memory. The Welcome Audit will help you look at your church anew through children’s eyes and refresh the welcome you offer. This short guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for and host a successful Welcome Audit, and what exciting things could happen next in your outreach to local families – so what are you waiting for? Download the Welcome Audit pack.

If there are any resources you need, please get in touch with the Children & Youth Officer.

Safeguarding
For Safeguarding information, please visit the Provincial website or contact the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Officer, Reverend Denise Herbert.

Talking with children about death and grief – a short guide