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Safe Church Amid COVID-19: Resources for Youth Ministry, Social Media, and Online Streaming
Safe Church highlights resources for Youth Ministry, Social Media, and Online Streaming.
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August 3, 2020
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Ontario Marriage Licences - 3 Month Validity Period Extended
The Ontario Office of the Registrar General has extended the three month validity period for Marriage Licences in Ontario.
July 9, 2020
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Embracing New Ministry Paths Beyond the Coronavirus Pandemic
What happens when our nation begins to recover from COVID-19? Rather than returning to their former “normal,” houses of worship can continue to embrace and leverage innovative ways of reaching members in this new world.
June 21, 2020
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Sample Local Church Policy for Returning to Worship
One church's policy to help determine roles and responsibilities to open the church safely.
June 2, 2020
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Social Media Sample Policies
Safe Church Ministry shares a customizable Social Media Policy from Protect Young Eyes, an organization helping families, schools, and churches create safer digital environments.
May 14, 2020
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From Restrictions to Precautions: A Classis Letter On Churches Gathering Again
A letter sent by the Classis Georgetown Vision Team supporting churches as they look at gathering again.
May 14, 2020
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CRC Re-Opening Churches Conversation Starters
This "CRC Re-Opening Conversation Starters" serves as a template for churches to begin conversations regarding re-opening.This document was distributed classis-wide in Wisconsin.
April 22, 2020
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How Does a Safe Church Team Support Someone With a Criminal History?
Safe Church encourages churches that are working with ex-offenders to develop a covenant of conduct with the individual. Included are sample policies and a discussion about the importance of this process.
March 23, 2020
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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.
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.
May 23, 2019
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Sample Safe Church Policies
As a supplement to the Safe Church Policy Toolkit, we are providing these sample policies as examples of what other churches use as their abuse prevention policies.
June 20, 2018
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Guidelines for Handling Abuse Allegations Against a Church Leader: The Advisory Panel Process
This resource is a consolidation of guidelines that CRC Synods have adopted over time, as a supplement to the Church Order, to equip churches to deal with an abuse allegation in a manner that is consistent with CRC beliefs and values.
January 16, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan Highlights (US)
The U.S. Ministers' Pension Plan serves the retirement needs of CRC ordained ministers of the Word. This summary provides an overview of eligibility and primary benefits for pastors participating in the US Ministers' Pension Plan.
January 16, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan & Long Term Disability Registration Information
Upon ordination into the ministry of the Word in the Christian Reformed Church, a minister will be eligible to become a member of the Ministers' Pension Plan.
January 16, 2018
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2021 Ministers’ Pension Plan Assessments
The Christian Reformed Church offers a defined benefit pension plan for ordained ministers' of the Word serving in the United States and Canada.
January 16, 2018
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T-4 Info 2020
This memo provides information for Canadian employers on the amount of the pension adjustment.
January 16, 2018
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Long Term Disability Income Protection Insurance Plan Highlights (Canada)
These highlights provide an overview of the long term disability income protection that may accompany active participation in the Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan
January 16, 2018
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Long Term Disability Income Protection Insurance Plan Highlights (US)
These highlights provide an overview of the long term disability income protection that may accompany active participation in the US Ministers' Pension Plan
January 8, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan Highlights (Canada)
The Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan serves the retirement needs of CRC ordained ministers of the Word. This summary provides an overview of eligibility and primary benefits of the Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan.
January 1, 2017
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Requiring Background Checks for Volunteers
If your congregation is still wrestling with the question of whether or not to require background checks, here are a few guidelines to help you through the evaluation process.
November 10, 2016
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Fundraising Ideas for Missions Expenses
Fundraising is as much a participation in ministry as it is a necessity to support ministry. Here's a list of over 25 fun and practical ways to help fundraise for your ministry.
August 10, 2016
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How Do I Help Someone Who ... Has Lost a Child in Death
Most of us have never experienced the trauma of losing a child. And while we may not be able to show empathy towards someone who has lost a child, we can express sympathy.
February 18, 2016
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Fine-Tuning Your Easter Planning
You don’t need a reminder that Easter is quickly approaching. But as you’re fine-tuning your plans, I want to offer a few ideas for how you can make sure your work benefits the most people possible.
February 3, 2016
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Purposes and Intent for the 2016 Canadian Gathering
The National Gathering is being held for the purpose of setting direction for the Christian Reformed Church in Canada.
February 3, 2016
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Key Federal Tax Figures
The Key Federal Tax Figures displays variables from previous fiscal years to the current fiscal year.