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Top of Page Welcome to St. James Our Next Services... Details of all upcoming services and events can be found in the Calendar Would you like to subscribe to our Newsletters? Our Weekly Newsletter is published on this website... If you would like us to keep you updated about what is going on at St. James' Church, through our Newsletters and periodic communications, then please fill in the Sign Up form and we will be in touch. Church Flowers All flowers in church are donated by members of the congregation to celebrate an occasion or in memory of a loved one. The flowers range from a large pedestal arrangements by the main altar and in the Lady Chapel, to large or small window displays. ​ If you would like to know more, please telephone Carole Norman on 01202 430199 Blog - Latest Articles & Updates / Archive Oct 1, 2023 1 min Harvest Lunch - 1st October 2023 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 Oct 1, 2023 1 min Harvest Services - 2023 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 May 27, 2023 1 min Communion Guidance and Questionnaire 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 Social Media Streams Safeguarding St. James' Church is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within its community. The Local Safeguarding Officer can be contacted via the following: Telephone : 07476 047796 Email : safeguardingofficer@stjamespokesdown.co.uk ​ Further information can be found here or via the Staying Safe menu above. ​ Photo & Video Consent Our Photo and Video Policy and further Photo and Video Guidance are also available on the website, from the Staying Safe menu above. Please take some time to read the information and complete the form to confirm whether you consent to the use of images. Photo & Video Consent

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Complaints Policy St. James, Pokesdown The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is committed to its role which primarily includes “cooperation with the minister in promoting in the parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.” But there may be a time when you need to complain. This complaints procedure is for those who are unhappy about matters for which the PCC is responsible that have affected them. Prior to using this formal procedure the PCC encourages an informal approach to the Vicar or a Churchwarden to see if the matter can be resolved in that way. If your complaint is about: Safeguarding of Children or Vulnerable Adults lease in the first instance contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser at Winchester: Email: safeguarding@winchester.anglican.org Telephone: 01962 737317 The Vicar or another minister Please raise the matter with the Vicar. You may wish to read the leaflet " I have a complaint about misconduct by a member of the clergy – what can I do? ” Bullying or Harassment (by adults) You may find it helpful to consult the Diocesan policy on this at www.winchester.anglican.org Making a complaint to the PCC Complaints should be made in writing or by email to the PCC Secretary whose name and contact details are set out below. The PCC Secretary will ensure that your complaint is: Treated seriously Handled fairly without bias or discrimination Treated confidentially. Y ou should complain within 3 months of the event that you are complaining about. You need to set out: Your full name and address What you think went wrong and how it has affected you including enough details to show why you are aggrieved What (if anything) you think the PCC should do to put it right If someone else complains on your behalf, the PCC will need written confirmation from you saying that you agree for that person to act for you. The PCC Secretary should immediately record receipt of a complaint in a log. ​ How your complaint will be managed The PCC Secretary will write to you or send you an email to confirm receipt of your complaint within 14 days of its receipt and arrange for it to be considered by the PCC’s Complaints Committee. If your complaint refers to particular individuals who are members of the Complaints Committee it will meet without them being present. ​ The PCC’s Complaints Committee will look fairly into your complaint including seeking the views on the matter from any individuals, whether members of the PCC or otherwise, to which your complaint refers. The Complaints Committee may appoint one or more persons to look into the matter on its behalf but it will be the Complaints Committee that makes any decisions. The Complaints Committee and any such appointed persons will treat the matter confidentially. ​ The Complaints Committee may invite you to present your complaint to them. If so, you may attend with a friend / representative if you wish. The meeting should be held as informally as possible. The Chair will explain the purpose of the meeting, introduce the members and emphasise confidentiality. The meeting will be minuted by the Committee. ​ The PCC Secretary will write to you with the conclusions from the PCC Complaints Committee’s review and reasons for that outcome. The PCC Secretary will aim to respond to you in this way as soon as possible, and no longer than 6 weeks the after receipt of your complaint. ​ This will be the PCC’s final response to your complaint. ​ If you remain dissatisfied, you may wish to consider contacting the Charity Commission as while Parochial Church Councils are independent bodies they are charities and as such are regulated by the Charity Commission. The Charity Commission can be contacted either via their website https://www.gov.uk/complain-about-charity or by writing to them at: Charity Commission First Contact, PO Box 1227, Liverpool L69 3UG ​

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Safeguarding Policy St. James, Pokesdown We have a duty of care to all people who are part of our church community regardless of age, ability, status, gender and ethnicity who may be at risk of harm. Everyone connected with the life of St. James’ Church has a role in promoting a safer Church for all. ​ The Parochial Church Council (PCC) has adopted the safeguarding policies and procedures of the Church of England. In particular we are committed to: ​ Promoting a safer environment and culture. Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church using the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and other tools to check their suitability. Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation. Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons. Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons. Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others. The Parish will: Create a safe and caring place for all. Have a named Church Safeguarding Officer (CSO) to work with the incumbent and The PCC to implement policy and procedures. Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse. Ensure that there is appropriate insurance cover for all activities involving children and adults undertaken in the name of the parish. Display in church premises and on the Parish website the details of who to contact if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs. Listen to and take seriously all those who disclose abuse. Take steps to protect children and adults when a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishops guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately. Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse regardless of the type of abuse, when or where it occurred. Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties. Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually. The PCC of this Church has agreed and adopted the above Policy at its meeting on 20th November 2023. ​ ​

There are several ways to contact us... ​ By using the Contact Fo rm ​ For Room Bookings, please use the Enquiry Form ​ ​ Contacting the Vicar: ​ Rev'd. Rachel Noël: rachel@thepinkvicar.com ​ Telephone: 07432 213 946 ​ Through our Social Media channels: ​ ​ ​ ​​ Contacting the Parish Office admin@stjamespokesdown.co.uk How to find us.. . ​ Speaking to a memb er of our team before or after one of Our Se rvices ​ ​ Please note that due to financial constraints, we currently do not have a Parish Administrator, so please bear with us if your query is not responded to immediately. P lease feel free to contact us via any of the options here. Contact Form Subject Submit Thank you for your message.A member of our team will be in touch. How to find us... How to find us... St James' Church Pokesdown Hill, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH7 6DW ​ St James’ Church is located on Christchurch Road, with access from Spurgeon Road and King's Park Drive. ​ There is parking for cars available in the school playground and also on King's Park Drive, from which steps lead up to the Church. ​ The Church is close to Pokesdown train station and there are regular buses along Christchurch Road. ​ ​

Giving Churches rely on the generosity of their congregations and their communities to support their mission and ministry. Many people give regularly to their church by standing order or direct debit but others give in cash when the offering is taken in a church service or when visiting the church. Our church’s ministry and mission has never been more needed; meeting online or in church for prayer, services and fellowship, loving our neighbours by offering practical support to the vulnerable, and caring for our communities. "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but give him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?" Romans 8: 31-32 The work of our church is reliant on people’s generosity, and we are so grateful for all the gifts we receive. If you are able to help St. James with its ministry and give to us, here’s how you can help... You can give anything from £1 upwards to St James' Church. Scan or click the QR code and it will take you to a website where you can choose how much you wish to donate to our cause. ​ You will be asked to give your credit or debit card details and, if you are a UK taxpayer, you will be given the option to Gift Aid your donation. ​ Thank You... Online Giving: Other mechanisms of giving include: Direct Debit Regular giving, for example through the Parish Giving Scheme, is the best way to ensure you can financially plan for your parish’s future. Gift Aid Gift Aid is an arrangement that allows charities (including churches) to reclaim tax on a donation made by a UK taxpayer. Legacy Each year around 4,000 people leave a gift in their will to their church, funding mission projects, maintaining beautiful church buildings and growing faithful communities. If you would like any further information or to discuss ways to give to St. James' Church, please contact us through the Contact Form and one of our team will be in touch.... Thank you.

Community is at the heart of the Vision at St. James... We have a close knit community within St. James, and our faith and vision is to extend our ministry into the wider community, providing a helping hand or assistance where we can. Updates about what goes on can be found through our Social Media platforms - We also have a Member's Area within this website that provides greater detail about our activities, a Forum that enables our Members to chat with each other plus a place to share files and other information. Please follow the link if you would like to login, or register with the St. James' Member's Area . ​ Some examples of where we are trying to provide support within the wider community are shown in the Outreach section.

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