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Vine Baptist Church, Sevenoaks is a church committed to experiencing and walking in God's love and demonstrating it in our lives with weekly Sunday Services. Join us for worship: Every Sunday - 10.30am Welcome to Vine Baptist Church We're a church in the heart of Sevenoaks, committed to God, each other, and the community we're a part of. There's lots going on you're welcome to get involved in, but the best way to get to know us is by coming along to our main worship time, every Sunday at 10:30am. We hope you're able to find all the info you're looking for by exploring this site. If you need any more details, please contact us . Play Video All Videos What's On Location Find Us Contact Us

Safeguarding & Our Safeguarding Policy As a church, we strive to be a place where all people are safe from harm, and where anyone can find help and support. In order to achieve this, we have a robust safeguarding policy, DBS checks for all workers and relevant volunteers, and undertake regular safeguarding training. Below is our Safeguarding Policy Statement; a copy of our full safeguarding policy can be found below. If you have any concerns about safeguarding in Vine Baptist Church, please contact the Designated Person for Safeguarding: Alice Diaper, alicediaper@hotmail.com , our Deputy Designated Person for Safeguarding: David Wheeler, David.wheeler@bournerbullock.co.uk , or our Safeguarding Trustee: Jennie Longthorne. Safeguarding Policy Statement Our vision The vision statement of Vine Baptist Church is to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the community, bringing people closer to a loving and caring God. In fulfilling this vision, we: - Welcome children and adults at risk into the life of our community - Run activities for children and adults at risk - Make our premises available to organisations working with children and adults at risk Our safeguarding responsibilities The church recognises its responsibilities in safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk, regardless of gender, ethnicity or ability. As members of this church we commit ourselves to the nurturing, protection and safekeeping of all associated with the church and will pray for them regularly. In pursuit of this, we commit ourselves to this policy and to the development of sound procedures to ensure we implement our policy well. Prevention and reporting of abuse It is the duty of each church member to help prevent the abuse of children and adults at risk, and the duty of each church member to respond to concerns about the well-being of children and adults at risk. Any abuse disclosed, discovered or suspected will be reported in accordance with our procedures. The church will fully co-operate with any statutory investigation into any suspected abuse linked with the church. Safer recruitment, support and supervision of workers The church will exercise proper care in the selection and appointment of those working with children and adults at risk, whether paid or voluntary. All workers will be provided with appropriate training, support and supervision to promote the safekeeping of children and adults at risk Respecting children and adults at risk The church will adopt a code of behaviour for all who are appointed to work with children and adults at risk so that all children and adults are shown the respect that is due to them. Safer working practices The church is committed to providing an environment that is as safe as possible for children and adults at risk and will adopt ways of working with them that promote their safety and well-being. A safer community The church is committed to the prevention of bullying. The church will seek to ensure that the behaviour of any individuals who may pose a risk to children, young people and adults at risk in the community of the church is managed appropriately. Download our Safeguarding Policy

Our Leadership Team has been set up with the explicit aim of growing the Church. Meet the team here at VBC. Meet the Team Minister Pastor Andrew Diaper Pastor Andrew joined the Church in 2020, having completed undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Theology. He's married to Alice, and together they have 2 boys. Outside of church, Pastor Andrew enjoys running, cycling and swimming, and in 2024 completed his first triathlon! Pastor Andrew says: "I love to see people getting closer to God, and going deeper in their understanding and fellowship. I'm truly excited about what God is doing in this next season at VBC!" Get in touch Children & Families Worker Ally Leung Ally joined the church with her family in February 2022, and then became our Children & Families worker in September 2023. Ally is currently completing her postgraduate degree in Children's Ministry with CYM. Outside of church, Ally enjoys having more time to spend with her family having relocated to the UK, and the positive difference it's made to her family life. Ally says: "I'm really excited to see the number of young people growing in our church - it's such a joy to watch them get involved and flourish in their faith." Get in touch Minister in Training Jo Playfoot Jo joined the church temporarily in the summer of 2025, and hasn't left! She is currently working towards BU accreditation as a student with Regent's Park College, and hopes to complete the final part of her BA in theology alongside this. Jo has a passion for God's mission in the world, especially in relation to justice and equality, alongside discipleship, evangelism, and a focus on good mental health. She enjoys studying the Old Testament, music, photography and creative writing, and has recently become a chess enthusiast since joining VBC! Jo says: "I am really excited to join in the existing mission and ministry opportunities in the church, as well as starting new ministries, specifically in the areas of discipleship and prayer." Get in touch Church Manager Fiona Murray Fiona has been at VBC for 27 years and has been working in the Church Office for 20 years, and it's safe to say that she helps keep everything running smoothly! She has 2 sons and 5 wonderful grandchildren who bring her great joy. Fiona finds it exciting showing new people around the lovely premises we have and sharing about how God is changing lives in this place. Get in touch Church Secretary Hazel Elliott Hazel is the Church Secretary, responsible and involved in so much of what happens at VBC. Hazel joined the church, along with her husband, in 2012. Together, they have two grown up children and two grandchildren and enjoy sharing family times with them. Hazel says: "Having retired some 20 years ago, we are now able to fully engage with the varied life of VBC. It is exciting to see the growth in the congregation, especially the younger ones who regularly attend. I look forward to where God is leading us." Get in touch Safeguarding Trustee Jennie Longthorne Jennie heads up our Safeguarding Team, ensuring that VBC continues to be a safe place to be for everyone. Jennie joined the church in 2010, after moving to Sevenoaks with her husband and two children. She works part time as a Speech and Language therapist, and is happiest when she's surrounded by her family...or with a good book and a rare moment of quiet! Jennie says: "I'm excited to see our church family growing and in particular to see more young people worshipping at VBC". Get in touch Church Treasurer Martin Palmer Martin is retired and married to Margaret with three grown up children. Martin and Margaret have been church members for nearly 20 years, and Martin has served in various practical and leadership roles, including Mission Secretary and Church Secretary. Martin is currently our Church Treasurer, in charge of managing the Church finances. Martin says "while a little restricted by health issues, I still enjoy a game of golf (and am still trying to get my handicap down!) I find it really encouraging to see the continued growth in VBC, and long to see the lasting effect as we grow together as the fellowship of God.

The Monthly Pastor's Message from Vine Baptist Church Pastor Andrew Hello! I joined the church just before COVID-19 hit in March 2020, so my first couple of years at Vine Baptist Church were different to what anyone expected! But it’s been a great experience being here in Sevenoaks so far, and I’m excited about what the future has in store. I’ve been in Baptist Ministry since 2012, and have completed both a BA in Applied Theology and a Masters degree in Theology, finishing in 2015. Before moving to Sevenoaks, I was a minister in the West Midlands. I’m married to Alice, who I met at bible college in 2007, and together we have two amazingly energetic boys who keep us on our toes! When we’re not working, we enjoy gardening, watching Netflix, and spending time together as a family, and I enjoy playing tennis (when the weather is nice!) If you’d like to drop in and see me, I can be found at the church most Tuesday morning’s at the Church Centre, and I’d love to say hi.

Throughout the week and over each weekend there is plenty going on at Vine Baptist Church. Upcoming Events

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Throughout the week and over each weekend there is plenty going on at Vine Baptist Church. What's On at VBC There's something going on at VBC almost every day. Click on a link to find out more. Sunday Worship Every week at 10:30am, with dedicated groups for Children and Youth. Thursday - Saturday Lifegroups meet every other week in a variety of times & locations. Tuesday Wellbeing Centre 10am-12midday. A space where it's ok not to be ok. Friday Basecamp & Summit Every other Friday evening, 5:30-7pm. Wednesday Little Feet 9:30-11:30 group for babies, toddlers & their adults. Upcoming Events Check out what's coming up next...

Hear the latest sermons for Vine Baptist Church Sundays at VBC Sunday is a great time at VBC. It's when we meet together to worship, have fellowship, read the bible, go deeper with God and drink coffee! You're invited to drop in, and you can expect to find a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere with contemporary worship and dedicated groups for our children and young people most Sundays. There is ample parking on the roads around the church and a small church car park off Vine Court Road. Refreshments are available before and after the service, so come in and make yourself at home. If you want to see what a normal service looks like, check out our Youtube catalogue below.

DATA PRIVACY NOTICE VINE BAPTIST CHURCH 1. Your personal data – what is it? Personal data relates to a living individual who can be identified from that data. Identification can be by the information alone or in conjunction with any other information in the data controller’s possession or likely to come into such possession. The processing of personal data is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”). 2. Who are we? VINE BAPTIST CHURCH is the data controller (contact details below). This means it decides how your personal data is processed and for what purposes. 3. How do we process your personal data? VINE BAPTIST CHURCH complies with its obligations under the “GDPR” by keeping personal data up to date; by storing and destroying it securely; by not collecting or retaining excessive amounts of data; by protecting personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access and disclosure and by ensuring that appropriate technical measures are in place to protect personal data. We use your personal data for the following purposes: - a)maintain our list of church members and regular attenders; b)provide pastoral support for members and others connected with our church; c)provide services to the community including Toddler Group, Luncheon Club, Foodbank; d)safeguard children, young people and adults at risk; e)recruit, support and manage staff and volunteers; f)maintain our accounts and records; g)promote our services; h)maintain the security of property and premises i)respond effectively to enquirers and handle any complaints j)adhere to legal requirements for weddings and funerals k)in the renting out of the premises and the cottage owned by the Church 4. What is the legal basis for processing your personal data? Explicit consent of the data subject so that we can keep you informed about news, events, activities and services and process your gift aid donations and keep you informed about church events. Processing is necessary for carrying out obligations under employment, social security or social protection law, or a collective agreement; Processing is carried out by a not-for-profit body with a political, philosophical, religious or trade union aim provided: - the processing relates only to members or former members (or those who have regular contact with it in connection with those purposes); and there is no disclosure to a third party without consent. 5. Sharing your personal data Your personal data will be treated as strictly confidential and will only be shared with other members of the church in order to carry out a service to other church members or for purposes connected with the church. We will only share your data with third parties outside of Vine Baptist Church with your consent. 6. How long do we keep your personal data[1] ? We keep data for as long as is deemed necessary. Specifically, we retain membership data while it is still current; gift aid declarations and associated paperwork for up to 6 years after the calendar year to which they relate; and Church registers and records for baptisms, marriages, funerals permanently. 7. Your rights and your personal data Unless subject to an exemption under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data: - The right to request a copy of your personal data which the VINE BAPTIST CHURCH holds about you; The right to request that the VINE BAPTIST CHURCH corrects any personal data if it is found to be inaccurate or out of date; The right to request your personal data is erased where it is no longer necessary for the VINE BAPTIST CHURCH to retain such data; The right to withdraw your consent to the processing at any time The right to request that the data controller provide the data subject with his/her personal data and where possible, to transmit that data directly to another data controller, (known as the right to data portability), (where applicable) [Only applies where the processing is based on consent or is necessary for the performance of a contract with the data subject and in either case the data controller processes the data by automated means]. The right, where there is a dispute in relation to the accuracy or processing of your personal data, to request a restriction is placed on further processing; The right to object to the processing of personal data, (where applicable) [Only applies where processing is based on legitimate interests (or the performance of a task in the public interest/exercise of official authority); direct marketing and processing for the purposes of scientific/historical research and statistics] The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioners Office. 8. Further processing If we wish to use your personal data for a new purpose, not covered by this Data Protection Notice, then we will provide you with a new notice explaining this new use prior to commencing the processing and setting out the relevant purposes and processing conditions. Where and whenever necessary, we will seek your prior consent to the new processing. 9. Contact Details To exercise all relevant rights, queries or complaints please in the first instance contact the Data Protection Officer or Church Administrator at vinebaptistchurch@talktalk.net You can contact the Information Commissioners Office on 0303 123 1113 or via email https://ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/email/ or at the Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5AF.