Promoting a Safer Church
The care and protection of children, young people and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of the Church. Christ Church, Upper Armley has adopted the Church of England Safeguarding Policy from the House of Bishops. Please click here to see the policy.
The Safeguarding Policy Statement adopted by Church Church, Upper Armley PCC is displayed on the notice board in the church building and can be seen by clicking here.
Our church Safeguarding Officer is Ruth Sarsfield.
If you are concerned that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from our Safeguarding Officer, a Safeguarding Adviser or, if necessary, report the matter to the Local Authority Care Services or the Police without delay.
Local contacts available to speak if you have any concerns:-
Christ Church Upper Armley Safeguarding Officer – Ruth Sarsfield
Vicar – Rev. Phil Arnold – 0113 808 0345
Diocesan Safeguarding Office – 0113 353 0257 or safeguarding@leeds.anglican.org
Jenny and Narinder can also be contacted on their mobiles and email addresses.
- Jenny Leccardi – jenny.leccardi@leeds.anglican.org, mobile 07872 005189
- Narinder Lyon – narinder.lyon@leeds.anglican.org, mobile 07872 005309
Local Authority Social Services
Adults – 0113 222 4401 – Out of hours – 0113 240 9536
Children – 0113 376 0336 – Out of hours – 0113 240 9536
If there is immediate risk or danger, please contact the Police on 101.
