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We acknowledge that the members of the church have a diversity of gifts. Some may be equipped to contribute practically to the logistics of a gathering or activity, or to use their abilities for leadership, organisation, encouragement, teaching or other ways of serving. All gifts can play a part in the work of the church, and all ministry activities have a part in the ministry of Christ.\nThe Synod places trust in our volunteers as they work; recognising our responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of volunteers, and acknowledging our responsibility to support volunteers to fulfil their roles as we work together for the protection of everyone and for the Gospel.\nPurpose\nThe primary purpose of the Congregation Volunteer Management Policy is to give congregations tools to assist them to protect the health and safety of volunteers and anyone who may be affected by their acts or omissions.\nBy following this policy, procedures and supporting documents, volunteers will be selected prudently, provided support to do their roles well and safely, and supervised to ensure they are able to thrive in their service to the church. The formality and rigor of these processes should be in proportion to the responsibility and risks of each role.\nCongregation Responsibilities\nThe church council should follow the Congregation Volunteer Procedures (provided below) to assist them in the appropriate selection, instruction, training and monitoring of the work and conduct of volunteers. 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