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… that....it's there. I've been occupying the office of Safe Church Ministry for 15 years. I've gone from knowing a … or friends. We've been through some significant church "storms" together, sat across from each other at …
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… but the same newsletter highlights a disturbing trend: churches that have implemented policies but then have become … and youth programs and ministries. The need for caution by church and charity leaders in sponsoring or co-sponsoring …
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… someone dies by suicide every 40 seconds. Are we creating safe spaces to talk about suicide? Are we creating safe … and discarded. My question for you is how do we, as the church, have conversations about this? No longer can we sit … effects of sexual abuse need to be a part of the dialogue. Safe Church provides the following resources to support this: …
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… are at increased risk of abuse and sexual assaults. While churches develop safe church plans and policies, it is important to be aware … It is, therefore, important for program volunteers in our churches to know how to recognize the signs of abuse. …
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… especially through the tough spots. We must create a safe place for dialogue. A place where we grow and become … Let's create a forum on reconciliation in the church that will glorify God, build up the faith and provide …
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… I saw the film, I remember responding to someone in our church saying that I was unsure of the movie mostly because … starting a house church movement. I began working for Safe Church Ministry. I have listened to many people's …
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… stories about sexual abuse and abuse of power within a church setting. The play effectively and artfully touched on … and prayer is that this play will help us all to make our churches safe places for everyone. Bart Velthuizen Grace CRC …
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… been quite a bit of talk about learning cohorts lately. Churches are being invited to join peer learning groups that … Formation Culture to a longer commitment like the Ridder Church Renewal initiative. Invitation into these learning … It creates a secure platform from which congregations can safely experiment with new ideas and initiatives. For many …
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… Background: Since 2016, the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) has relied on the Birkman, an … is for a pastor to have! 2. Acknowledge your grief. In safe settings, permit yourself to lament the pettiness and … Why Your Pastor Hates Pandemics (Are You Really Leaving the Church Over Masks?) …
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… In a historic church building in downtown Lincoln, Neb., a young … cultivating new community and life. F Street Neighborhood Church was started in 2014 by Northern Lighthouse Ministries, … to our challenged neighborhood.” The studio will be a safe space for people in the church and community to take …
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… are concerned about the safety and wellbeing of children. Church educators will be able to use this book to lead an … our faith communities in ending child abuse and neglect. Church denominations will want to use this book as they raise … child abuse and neglect. Circle of Grace - a Christian safe environment curriculum that helps to form and educate …
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… high numbers of profession of faiths among their church young people. Really? So this is how we measure … group with plenty of involvement from students within the church and the community. And having students publically give … a while, you have stories of students who just needed a safe place to feel accepted. You’ve seen these students grow …