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Safe Sanctuaries: Reducing the Risk of Abuse in the Church for Children and Youth

by Joy Thornburg Melton. Discipleship Resources, 2008.

Description

This resource tackles the difficult topic of abuse and religious communities --- how to educate the congregation about abuse and how to respond to allegations.

Features

sample forms, list of additional resources

Recommended Audience

Clergy and lay leaders

Cost

Purchase as a book or e-book

Practical Applications

  • Prevent abuse by educating the congregation on how to protect children, youth, and at-risk adults.
  • Learn how to respond to allegations of abuse by forming clear policies and focusing on accountability.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Janet Hoover

Janet Hoover is a certified spiritual director in private practice and an American Baptist pastor. She graduated from the University of Indianapolis and earned her MDiv and DMin from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. 

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