January 22, 2010
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When CRC Ministers Abuse Part I
Cynthia* never expected that a pool party with church council members and her pastor would leave her humiliated and traumatized decades later.
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July 8, 2010
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End It Now Today!
From North America to Africa, from Europe to Asia, one of the great tragedies facing humanity, a tragedy not often talked about (or certainly not enough), is that of women as victims of violence—even in the church.
January 21, 2010
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Abuse Prevention: "We're Halfway There"
Half of the Christian Reformed Church’s 1,100 congregations now have a Child Safety Policy in place. And approximately half of the 47 classes (regional groups of churches) have Safe Church Teams in place.
January 21, 2010
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How We Fail to Create Safe Churches
About 25 years ago reports began to surface about physical, emotional, and sexual abuse perpetrated by members and even leaders in the Christian Reformed Church.
January 22, 2010
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When CRC Ministers Abuse Part II: Shattered Faith
As a teenager Joanne Ravensbergen was abused by her brother-in-law, now a retired CRC pastor. . . the abuse “destroyed my faith,” she said. “I’ve burned my Bibles.”
June 10, 2011
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Understanding Consent - Part I
Consent is a short word, but long on meaning. There is much to know about consent, and there is much to misunderstand about consent.
June 20, 2011
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Understanding Consent - Part 2
In some instances, the law places a restriction on consent—not because of age or cognitive ability—but because there is a higher societal value to uphold. This article will look more closely at that issue.
December 29, 2010
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Tips to Make a Facility Safer
Here are some tips on facility changes for the protection of youth.
April 2, 2013
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The Dangers of Delayed Reporting of Child Abuse
Attached is a link to a free webinar on mandated reporting for churches.
December 4, 2013
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Today's Lepers in Your Church
This webinar explores how churches can navigate between these truths so that the church becomes a safe and healing community, a station of hope for those who are repentant and seek the Lord's help to make better choices and walk in righteousness.
February 29, 2012
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The What, Why and How of Safe Church Ministry
This webinar will provide an overview of CRC Safe Church Ministry and discuss the reasons why abuse prevention and response is critical to the life of our churches.
March 25, 2014
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Youth Resource: Driver's Training for Dating
This valuable resource for teens by Gayla R. Postma and Rev. William Veenstra discusses sex and intimacy in healthy relationships.
April 22, 2014
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A Toolkit for Abuse Prevention Month
Preventing abuse takes bold leadership, leaders who are not afraid to talk about the issue and bring it out into the open.
April 23, 2014
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Circle of Grace Program
Circle of Grace is a primary prevention program that trains children and youth to be an active participant in creating a safe environment for themselves and others.
June 2, 2014
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The Advisory Panel Process: A Guide for Church Councils on Responding to Allegations of Abuse by Church Leaders
The Advisory Panel Process has been put in place to support Christian Reformed congregations in responding to church leader misconduct.
July 8, 2014
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Warning Signs of an Abusive Relationship
Are there warning signs in a relationship?
July 8, 2014
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Plan for Safety at VBS!
Recommended steps for child safety this summer.
January 11, 2010
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Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Insurance company devoted to reducing the risk of abuse in the church by providing sample child safety policies, insurance coverage, church volunteer training, written and video resources
January 11, 2010
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Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO)
CLEO provides many services, including booklets on abuse-related topics that are downloadable; example - Elder Abuse: The Hidden Crime
January 11, 2010
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Safe Church Ministry
Here is the website of the Safe Church Ministry of the CRCNA with resources to create awareness of abuse and to assist churches and organizations to respond effectively and justly to abuse incidents.
January 11, 2010
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Faith Trust Institute
Faith-based organization that provides written and video resources for the prevention of sexual assault, domestic violence, and church leader misconduct .
October 1, 2014
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Domestic Violence and the Role of the Church
This webinar is designed to help us understand the problem of domestic violence, so that we can recognize it and respond in practical and effective ways.
January 21, 2010
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Questions From the Pickle Jar: Teens and Sex
A book from Faith Alive Christian Resources for teens that humorously covers topics related to healthy sexuality.
January 21, 2010
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Emotional Abuse: What You Should Know
This free guide provides a thorough description of emotional abuse, victims, abusers, and effects along with information about what to do when you recognize it and how to report it.
January 21, 2010
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Preventing Child Abuse: Creating a Safe Place
Preventing Child Abuse will guide churches and nonprofit organizations through the process of designing and implementing child safety policies and procedures.