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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.
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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.
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 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 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.
January 23, 2015
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Abuse by Clergy or Ministry Leaders Awareness: Resources
Check out these books, articles and other resources related to abuse by clergy or ministry leaders.
March 30, 2020
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Safe Church Webinar Series: Recap of March 25 Webinar
In this webinar, we explored the theme of creating a Safe Church team. You'll find many great resources to support you in developing your Safe Church team!
April 1, 2020
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Classis Huron's Safe Church Inter-Classis Conference Highlights 2020
Highlights from the 2020 Inter-Classis Safe Church event in Waterloo Ontario. Thanks to all the presenters who generously shared information from their presentations!
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.
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 years, in part due to the #MeToo movement. Many people are surprised to find out that it has a much longer history.
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.
April 8, 2020
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The Disturbing Dark Side of COVID-19
Domestic violence, child abuse, and pornography are on the rise right now. We need to be aware and support our community that is hurting right now.
May 1, 2020
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Book Study on Chuck DeGroat's "When Narcissism Comes to Church"
Safe Church is excited to host a book study on Chuck DeGroat's When Narcissism Comes to Church. The study will take place via Zoom on June 3, 10, and 17. Open invitation!
January 23, 2014
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Sexual Abuse Awareness: Resources
Find supplemental resources related to sexual abuse awareness.
June 3, 2020
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Safe Church Book Study: The #MeToo Reckoning
I wasn’t sure how an online book study would work; turns out it was great! Especially with such an insightful book, The #MeToo Reckoning by Ruth Everhart.
June 3, 2020
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Circle of Grace Webinar
Safe Church Ministries partnered with our Mennonite community in presenting a webinar on introducing the Circle of Grace curriculum to our church communities. Please enjoy experts from this webinar that focus on how to integrate COG into your church.
May 30, 2020
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How the Church Responds to Those With a Criminal History (June 2020 Webinar)
Safe Church has invited Yvonne Lammers and Patricia Van Reenan to lead us in a a discussion on how churches should respond to those with a criminal history in our church. Details below!
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.
June 25, 2020
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July 2020 Safe Church Webinar with Tara Boer: Why the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study Matters
Watch the recorded Zoom Webinar from July 29th with Prof. Tara Boer (Dordt University) about the ACEs study and implications for ministry with those who have experienced trauma and adversity.
May 2, 2020
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May 2020 Safe Church Webinar With Chuck DeGroat, Author of When Narcissism Comes to Church
On Wed May 27 at 12 pm Eastern, Safe Church hosted a webinar with Chuck DeGroat, author of When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse.
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.
January 27, 2012
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Safe Church Ministry Worship Resources
Safe Church Ministry offers ideas for sermons, books, prayers and more that can be used in Worship.
August 26, 2020
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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.
August 29, 2020
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2020 Update Regarding Abuse of Power Training for Pastors
A 2020 update on the ongoing development of the abuse of power training for pastors in the Christian Reformed Church.
August 27, 2020
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2020 Update Regarding the Code of Conduct for Ministry Leaders
A 2020 update on the ongoing development of the Code of Conduct for Ministry Leaders in the Christian Reformed Church.