Domestic abuse: A charter for the Church

This Church:

Holds that domestic abuse in all its forms is unacceptable and irreconcilable with the Christian faith and a Christian way of living
Accepts that domestic abuse is a serious problem which occurs in church families and intimate relationships as well as in wider society
Undertakes to listen to, support and care for those affected by domestic abuse
Will always place the safety of those affected by domestic abuse as the highest priority
Recognises the importance of naming and resisting domestic abuse, and supports the right of survivors to find language, worship and action which affirms their equality, wellbeing and struggle for justice
Will work with domestic abuse support agencies, will learn from them and support them in appropriate ways, and will publicise their work
Believes in a God of love, justice, mercy and forgiveness
Will play its part in teaching that domestic abuse is a sin and will seek to model God's true community of women, men and children in church and society, in its life, worship and leadership
Will seek to appoint advisors to encourage the use of good practice guidelines and to keep the Church informed about the implementation and development of these guidelines.