How Safe Are Our Churches? Abuse Prevention Resources
Creating a safe and secure environment is crucial for churches aiming to foster a gospel-centered community where everyone can feel secure. As scripture calls us to protect the vulnerable, it’s essential to be proactive in preventing abuse within our churches. Though we pray it would never happen, the reality is that abuse can occur even in our churches.
To support this mission, we recommend these essential resources:
1. Sexual Abuse Prevention Toolkit & Curriculum from SBC
Designed to empower churches of all sizes, this toolkit focuses on proactive measures to prevent and respond to abuse. The curriculum guides church leaders through five essential sessions, helping them establish robust abuse prevention policies and procedures. By implementing these tools, churches can ensure they are equipped to protect every member of their community. Visit our website to access this invaluable resource.
2. Caring Well Initiative from ERLC
Caring Well was an initiative launched by the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission and the Sexual Abuse Advisory Group as a unified call to action for churches to confront the abuse crisis.
3. MinistrySafe Child Safety System
MinistrySafe exists to protect children and those who serve them in the local church through a complete Child Safety System designed to reduce the risk of child sexual abuse. MinistrySafe provides background checks and training for leaders and volunteers.
4. Abuse Prevention Guide from Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Brotherhood Mutual offers comprehensive guidelines and resources, including sample screening forms and checklists. These tools are ideal for initiating conversations and updating ministry policies to strengthen abuse prevention efforts. Download this resource from our website to start enhancing safety measures in your church today.
