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Responding to a Child's Disclosure of Abuse
We'd rather not hear it, but it's important to listen—and the way we respond to a child's disclosure of abuse can make all the difference.
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March 22, 2020
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Safe Church Teams: A Brief History of Safe Church Ministry
Safe Church seems to have received a lot of attention in recent year, in part due to the #MeToo movement. Many people are surprised to find out that it has a much longer history.
March 20, 2020
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Synod 2016 Report Paves the Way for Abuse of Power Discussions
Synod 2016 adopted revisions to Church Order Supplements to article 82-84; the report included a discussion of the power dynamic involved in church leader misconduct.
March 18, 2020
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Talking About Abuse Of Power With Our Kids
What does abuse of power mean to a kid? Safe Church’s partner ministry, Kids Corner, developed an activity book designed to help kids 8 to 10 recognize the role power plays in bullying.
March 17, 2020
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Safe Church Webinar Wednesday March 25 at 12 PM Eastern
Safe Church Coordinators and leaders! Take advantage of this opportunity to connect and collaborate on best practices for forming safe church teams.
February 11, 2020
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Safe Church January 2020 Webinar Recap
On January 29, Safe Church hosted it's first webinar of the year. This article is a highlight reel of the event.
January 30, 2020
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It's All About Power
Abuse Awareness Sunday includes resources about power. We all have it; the question is: How do we use it?
January 28, 2020
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Responding to Abuse Toolkit: Forgiveness
The Safe Church toolkit for responding to abuse would not be complete without a look at forgiveness.
January 22, 2020
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February Is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (TDVAM)
Are you aware of how prevalent teen dating violence is? Educate yourself about the warning signs and ways to get help.
January 14, 2020
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New Safe Church Webinar Series! Connect, Collaborate, and Coordinate to End Abuse
Safe Church will be hosting the first webinar in our new series ("Connect, Collaborate, and Coordinator to end abuse") on Wednesday, Jan 29 at 12 pm (EST). Join us!
January 9, 2020
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Safe Church Ministry 2020 Conference: Connect, Collaborate and Coordinate to End Abuse
We are excited to announce the 2020 Safe Church Conference! Mark your calendars for October 22 to 24 in Grand Rapids, MI at the Drury Inn.
November 13, 2019
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The Abuse of Power Adoptions from Synod 2019 for Classes to Consider:
These are adoptions from Synod 2019 that pertain to specifically to classes. These adoptions were recommended from the Addressing Abuse of Power Report.
November 6, 2019
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Safe Church Mini-Grants 2020
Safe Church equips congregations in abuse awareness, prevention and response - and now we're providing resources for classis Safe Church Coordinators to help equip others.
October 16, 2019
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Visitor Policy When Preschool Class Starts Halfway Through Service?
Does your church have a system or policy in place for children's programs that begin mid-service? How do you handle this situation?
September 25, 2019
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Safe Church Teams: Resources for Training
Training is part of what a safe church team offers to churches and classes. Though there may not be an easy "one-size-fits-all" option, many resources are available.
September 18, 2019
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Safe Church Advisory Panel Process Training: Oct. 19 in Grand Rapids, MI (And: Sept.28 in Burlington, ON; Oct. 4-5 in Charlottetown, PE)
This specialized training will prepare trainees to respond with compassion and justice when an allegation of abuse is made against a church leader. Sign up at GRapp.eventbrite.com.
September 12, 2019
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Growing Restorative Churches: November 8th & 9th
This two day interactive training will take place in Grand Rapids, MI from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Friday & Saturday, November 8 and 9. Cost: $120 (includes lunch).
September 11, 2019
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Safe Church Teams: Reporting to Classis
Every classis meeting deserves a safe church ministry report. If you are considering what to include in a safe church ministry classis report, this article is for you.
September 9, 2019
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Abuse of Power: Reflection, Lament, and Liturgy
Synod 2019 included a powerful litany that invited delegates to reflect and lament abuse of power that has caused much harm to many within our CRC community. Safe Church offers and recommends this litany for use in churches.
August 30, 2019
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APP (Advisory Panel Process) Flow Chart
Here is a brief overview of the Advisory Panel Process. You'll also find a flow chart that illustrates the steps of the process.
August 21, 2019
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Caring Well: A New Resource for Churches
Caring Well is wonderful new resource for churches. Discover how caring for those who have experienced abuse is central to the gospel, and learn practical ways to do that in your congregation.
August 6, 2019
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A Bittersweet Goodbye
Safe Church says goodbye to Miriam Spies, who has been a valuable partner in our work. She will be pursuing further education.
July 9, 2019
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Abuse Awareness Sunday Is Coming - September 22, 2019
This is more than a “special offering” Sunday. It’s an opportunity to bring an issue out into the light that too often remains hidden.
June 20, 2019
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Synod 2019 Acts on Addressing Abuse of Power in the CRCNA
Adoptions made by Synod 2019 to Address Abuse of Power in the CRCNA - with linked video of how synod adopted each motion.
June 13, 2019
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Safe Church Teams: Purpose of a Classis Safe Church Team
Why does our classis need a safe church team? What does a classis safe church team do? How does the team work, and who leads it? This article helps answer those questions.