Child Protection Policy
Oakton United Methodist Church has established reasonable procedures to reduce the risk of physical, emotional and sexual abuse of children as they participate in church ministries, and to protect staff and volunteers from false allegations of misconduct. In an effort to create the safest possible environment within Oakton United Methodist Church, several abuse prevention measures including the screening of paid and volunteer workers for past child abuse convictions, regular training on child abuse issues, and the two adult rule are utilized. Click on the link below to read more about our Child Protection Policy and Procedures. Administration and implementation of the policy is overseen by the Child Protection Committee. Click here to see a list of committee members.

Inclement Weather Policy
Office Hours, Planned Meetings/Events and the Use of the Church by Outside Groups

The church follows Fairfax County Public School's lead regarding weather-related closings. When the schools are closed, OUMC is closed. When the schools have a delayed opening, OUMC has a delayed opening. When the schools cancel evening activities, OUMC cancels evening activities. As soon as we learn of this status, a special announcement will be placed on the church's answering machine ( 703-938-1234 ) and web site. In those instances when FCPS do not close, but a committee chairperson thinks a planned meeting should be cancelled, the chairperson may override the FCPS guidance and cancel the meeting. However, they are responsible for getting this information out to all that might be planning on attending the meeting. Inclement weather guidelines for Oakton Christian Preschool are slightly different. Follow this link to review their policy.

Worship Services, Sunday School, and Other Special Events
Considering what has been decided by Fairfax County Public Schools, and confirming with the Lay Leaders, the Pastor will determine whether or not worship services, Sunday school, and/or other special events will be conducted as scheduled. Decisions regarding worship services and Sunday School will be made no later than 7:00am Sunday (for the first service) and 8:30am (for Sunday school and the second service). Changes will be posted to the church’s web site and telephone answering machine ( 703-938-1234 ).

Weddings and Funerals
Cancellation of weddings and/or funerals due to inclement weather will be decided on a case by case basis by the Pastor and the family involved. In those cases when the Pastor is not involved in the service, the family still needs to coordinate this decision. If desired by the family, a cancellation message will be placed on the church's telephone answering machine ( 703-938-1234 ) and web site.

Privacy Policy
Dunn Loring Church does not collect any personal information about visitors to our website beyond that which is provided by the visitor voluntarily. Should a visitor identify themselves—for example, by sending an e-mail for a prayer or visit request—all personal information shared with us will be used only to the extent necessary to respond to the request. The church does not use any personal information beyond its stated purpose, nor does it sell or share personal information with other organizations outside of the church.