You are warmly invited to Ormskirk Parish Church whether you are suited and booted or you prefer jeans and T-shirts; whether you are deeply religious or searching for something; whether you are rich or poor, tall or short, young or old; whether you are gay, straight, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered ... most of these are already represented here so you’re in good company!

Ormskirk Parish Church is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Liverpool’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT: Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life. If you have any concerns about safeguarding please contact:

In the Parish: Mary Jones Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator, Tel contact 01695 572143

In the Diocese: Andy Holmes, Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser. Tel: 07940 378139. Email [email protected]

Mick Murphy, Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser
Tel: 07376431466 E-mail [email protected]

If you wish to report any safeguarding concerns directly to the National Safeguarding Team please email [email protected].