Social media guidelines
Our guidelines seek to help all members of the Church to use social media in the best way and to help prevent its misuse.
Policy for the Appropriate Custody of Primary School Records
This policy, produced by the Representative Church Body Library, guides Church of Ireland primary schools and their Patrons in how to best keep and share archived information about their work and service to their communities, with the assistance of archivists in local authorities.
Vestry Member Form of Declaration
A person who wishes to join the General Vestry of a parish or district. will need to confirm that he or she is a member of the Church of Ireland aged 18 or over, is usually resident at a specified address, and whether or not he or she resides in the parish.
Migration and ethnic diversity hub
A page with resources to inform parishioners about issues and trends in migration and ethnic diversity, and to help them to respond in ways inspired by their faith.
Government grants for education for children – Northern Ireland
Information on applying for home–to–school transport, free school meals, uniform grants, and further education grants from the Education Authority.
Minibus transport – Republic of Ireland
If you need to drive a minibus as part of your role within a parish, please visit the following page on the Road Safety Authority website to explore the steps you must take to become a qualified driver in this driver licence category (D1).
Guide to Church of Ireland Website Hosting & SSL Payments
A resource outlining how parish websites with the anglican.org domain name can be hosted, updated and backed up, how to request an email address redirect to an @anglican.org address, and payments for website security certificates.
Church Fabric & Development Fund and Marshal Beresford’s Fund
Sharing hope with people without a home – hub page
Each parish in the Church of Ireland is encouraged to consider how it can help to overcome homelessness at a local level between Harvest and Christmas.
Flood Relief Fund
The Representative Church Body’s Flood Relief Fund is available all year round to support Church of Ireland parishes that are affected by flooding.
Copyright and photography guidance
Helping parishes to source and publish photos in a way that respects copyright and avoids charges for infringement.
Governance Roadshows 2023
These are presentations from the RCB’s Governance Roadshows 2023
Governance Guidelines Regarding Uniformed Organisations in Northern Ireland
A reminder on the governance responsibilities associated with agreements between parishes and Girls Brigade NI, Boys Brigade NI and other Uniformed Organisations.
Help with the cost of living – hub page
Sources of support for families and individuals facing pressures from the cost of living, with key contacts for support and advice from public services and Christian charities.
Financial assistance towards education for children – Republic of Ireland
A list of grant awarding bodies which can provide educational assistance for Protestant children in the State.
Unit Trust Distribution Rates
The ex–dividend and payment dates and the pence per unit paid by the Trust.
Parish Registration (RI)
Guide to RI Parish charity registration and required documentation.
Charity Governance Code Annual Reporting (RI)
Guidelines on annual CRA Charity Governance Code reporting and required documents.
Expenses forms for use in a parish setting
Template for a parish social media policy
A template document which may be used by a Select Vestry for drawing up a brief social media policy for its parish.
Copyright and online worship
Answers to some frequently asked questions relating to streamed services and copyright.
Keeping your video conference secure
Parishes are strongly advised to follow this advice regarding security for video conferencing.
Sterling Standing Order Mandate Form
Euro Standing Order Mandate Form
GDPR – Live Streaming & Recording Checklist
This checklist has been developed by the RCB and the Central Communications Board to support parishes in being compliant with data protection legislation when planning to live stream or film a church service.
GDPR – Data Protection & Mailing Lists Guidelines
These guidelines have been developed by the RCB and the Central Communications Board to support each diocese or parish in being compliant with data protection legislation when using mailing lists.
GDPR – Data Protection & Photography Guidelines
These guidelines have been developed by the RCB and the Central Communications Board to support each diocese or parish in being compliant with data protection legislation when using photography. Sample formats for invitations and notices are enclosed.
Charter for Churches and Christian Organisations in Schools (NI)
The Transferor Representatives’ Council’s shared commitment to working respectfully and constructively within school communities.
