St Michael and All Angels, Inkpen
St Michael and All Angels, Inkpen
St. Michael’s Church was built in the 13th Century, probably by Sir Roger de Inkpen, a Knight Templar, whose probable tomb cover can be found north of the altar.
There is a chimed peal of six bells, rung before each service, the oldest dating from 1590 with the final two added in 2000.
Adjoining the church there is a meeting room for up to 40 with a small kitchen and two toilets, one of which is for the disabled. There is also disabled access to the church.
The church is held in high esteem in the village and is well kept and maintained.
ServicesA Communion Service at 9:45am, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sundays in the month. When there is a baptism, the service becomes a Family Service.One 1662 Prayer Book Communion Services at 8:30am on the 2nd Sunday in the month.Occasional services, such as Compline, Evensong and Services with a Difference which aim to attract those who are seeking a faith but might regard themselves as spiritual rather than religious (these would usually replace one of the other services).AccessibilityParking is roadside only. There is also the possibility of car parking in a field for a small donation for services and events.
Two toilets are available, one raised. A hearing loop is installed.
There is wheelchair access through the door to the church room at the back of the church and no steps.
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Revd Canon Annette Shannon
Safeguarding
In accordance with the Church of England Safeguarding Policy our church is committed to:
• Promoting a safer environment and culture.
• Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people, and vulnerable adults within the church.
• Respond promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
• Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
• Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.
• Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
The Parish will:
• Create a safe and caring place for all.
• Have a named Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) to work with the incumbent and the PCC to implement policy and procedures.
• Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people, and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse.
• Ensure that there is appropriate insurance coverage for all activities involving children and adults undertaken in the name of the parish.
• Display on church premises and on the Parish website the details of who to contact if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs.
• Listen to and take seriously all those who disclose abuse.
• Take steps to protect children and adults when a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishop's guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately.
• Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse regardless of the type of abuse, and when or where it occurred.
• Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties.
• Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures, and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually.
• Review the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures, and Practices at least annually.
Each person who works within this church community will agree to abide by this policy and the guidelines established by this church.
This church appoints: Julie Sadler as the Parish Safeguarding Officer
Email: [email protected]
Incumbent Revd Canon Annette Shannon
Churchwarden: Andy MacInnes & Charlotte Bampfylde
Email: [email protected] & [email protected]
Date: 10/9/2024