Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service for anyone who has experienced abuse in relation to the Church of England, the Church in Wales, or the Catholic Church of England and Wales. This could be abuse by someone who holds any role in the church or is linked to partici- pating in a church-led activity or group.If you have been affected, however long ago, Safe Spaces can provide you with support. You do not have need to have told the police or the church authorities, and you do not have to still be in- volved with the church. Your information will not be shared without your consent, unless you or someone else is in immediate danger. Safe Spaces can provide a range of help, including ad- vocating with authorities and other agencies, giv- ing emotional support, providing information (including information on church and police proce- dures), understanding your needs and working together on individual support plans.Tel: 0300 303 1056 (answerphone available out- side of opening times)Email: safespaces@victimsupport.org.uk LiveChat - via the Safe Spaces website
The Church of England has suspended all public worship so St Andrew’s Histon will no longer meet together on Sundays for services.We are working on an act of worship to be available for Sunday on our YouTube channel or via our Facebook pages and will publish details as soon as we have them.Pastoral CareOur key priority at present is the pastoral care of one another and our mission to care for all in our parish. We are working with many people from our villages to ensure that everyone is able to access the support and care they need if they are self-isolating or sick.PrayerThe Archbishops of Canterbury and York have called for a National Day of Prayer and Action this coming Mothering Sunday (22nd March).We would like to invite those of you who are able to pray together each day at the same time, wherever we are, as a way of calling on the Lord to have mercy on his people and sharing together in fellowship. We’ll let you know more details about this shortly.Children and Young PeopleWe are working on ways of keeping connected with our children and young people and are looking at resources to help with worship at home as a family.Funerals and weddingsFunerals and weddings will still take place but with immediate family only present.
