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Safe Church

Safe Church
As a community of Christian faith, First Congregational Church of San Jose is committed to creating and maintaining programs, facilities and a community in which members, friends, staff and volunteers can worship, learn and work together in an atmosphere free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, exploitation or intimidation. All persons associated with First Congregational Church of San Jose should be aware that the church is strongly opposed to Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Harassment and that such behavior is prohibited by church policy. It is the intention of the church to take action in an attempt to prevent and correct behavior that is contrary to this policy and, if necessary, to discipline those persons who violate this policy.

Read our complete 2018 Safe Church Policy [PDF].

Background Authorization/Consent [PDF]