Dignity in Church Life Charter

Dignity in Church Life – Clergy Illness Policy

Dignity in Church Life – Clergy Illness Guidelines

Dignity in Church Life – Clergy Grievance Procedure

Dignity in Church Life – Clergy Grievance Guidelines

Dignity in Church Life – Prevention of Bullying & Harassment Policy

Dignity in Church Life – Prevention of Bullying & Harassment Guidelines

Clergy PHI Policy and Guidelines The health and well–being of members of the clergy is a priority for the Church of Ireland. Clergy Permanent Health Insurance (‘Clergy PHI’) is intended to provide continuing financial support for certain members of the clergy who experience serious health issues which prevent them fulfilling the duties of their office for a prolonged period of time.

Clergy Parental Sabbatical Policy & Guidelines The purpose of this policy is to support the health and welfare of members of the clergy who are pregnant or have recently become parents.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for Parishes The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives individuals more rights and protection in how their personal data is used by organisations, including parishes.

GDPR – CCTV Code of Conduct

Keeping your video conference secure Parishes are strongly advised to follow this advice regarding security for video conferencing.

GDPR – Data Protection Policy Template

Data Controller’s Guide to GDPR for Parishes

GDPR Subject Access Request (SAR) Process Map for Parishes

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.

GDPR – Data Privacy Impact Assessment

GDPR – A Beginner’s Guide to General Data Protection Regulation

GDPR – Retention Guidelines

GDPR – Record of Data Breach template

GDPR – Personal Data Breach overview document

GDPR – Consent Form

GDPR – Subject Access Request – a brief guide

GDPR Checklist

GDPR Poster 2018 (A3)

Data Protection Training Roadshows 2023

Copyright and photography guidance The following guidance seeks to help parishes to choose and publish photos in a way that respects copyright and avoids charges for infringement.

Help with the cost of living Sources of support for families and individuals facing rising inflation and pressures from the cost of living. This includes key contacts for support and advice from public services and Christian charities working to respond to need, in both jurisdictions.

Live Streaming is Taking Place A PDF poster that parishes can use to note that live streaming is taking place within their church in accordance with GDPR.

Inside Out Outside In – 101+ ideas for churches to engage with community This short resource is a collection of ideas to help churches think about different ways to engage with the community.

Spiritual care in dementia A leaflet from the Church and Society Commission providing guidance for ministers, church visitors and family members.

Disciples – Resources for the Road to Discipleship This leaflet is to highlight with you just a few of the tried and tested resources, books and courses available for you and your parish that will help disciples make disciples.

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.

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.

Financial assistance towards education for Church of Ireland children in the Republic of Ireland A list of grant awarding bodies which can provide educational assistance for Protestant children in the State.

Copyright and online worship Answers to some frequently asked questions relating to streamed services and copyright.

Avoiding advertising and external content Hosting online services on an advertisement–free platform can help avoid unhelpful distractions for viewers.

Minibus transport in Northern Ireland Clergy, youth workers, children’s workers, and others who are employed by parishes in Northern Ireland are required to pass a test for a D1 licence to drive a minibus for church purposes.

Sharing hope with people without a home 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.

Navigating our Safeguarding website Our safeguarding website presents our policies and procedures for Adult and Child Safeguarding, outlines the best practice for parishes, and lists events where you can get training and advice around safeguarding issues.

Generosity Video

Annual Review of Parish Giving

Maximise tax–efficient giving

Run a Generous Giving Programme

Vision connects Mission and Ministry

Say ‘Thank you’

Teaching Generosity

Generous Giving Programme

Supporting resources

Advice on legacy giving

‘Live to Give’ youth generosity resource Live to Give is a Church of Ireland Youth Department resource on generosity, giving and money, and what the Bible has to say about those issues. It seeks to help young people to think seriously about how they give their time, talents and money, to carefully and prayerfully consider how their decisions may affect others, and to learn more of God’s generosity.

A guide to setting up a GoFundMe Account A guide to setting up a GoFundMe account for parishes