Boy Scouts’ Bankruptcy Informs Church Insurance Decisions
The Boy Scouts’ bankruptcy offers many insights and lessons for leaders in the area of church insurance coverage.
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Takeaways for Church Leaders From the Boy Scouts’ Bankruptcy
Behind the Boy Scouts' bankruptcy are victim-plaintiffs whose enormous pain, suffering, and loss hold valuable warnings for church leaders.
Court Affirms Massive Prison Sentence for Pastor
The case underscores the need for vigilance in safeguarding and monitoring adult interactions with minors.
Keeping Children Safe in Your Church, with guest Matthew Branaugh, Esq., of Christianity Today’s Church Law & Tax
Protecting your congregation and its children from sexual abuse.
Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to Five Years for Violating Megan’s Law
This case underscores four vulnerabilities creating risks, including the failure to consistently enforce an abuse-prevention policy.
Sexting Contributed to Court’s Sentencing a Man to a 52-Year Prison Term
Decision carries implications for how youth leaders communicate with teens.
The Top 5 Reasons Churches and Religious Organizations End Up in Court
And how you can make sure your church isn't one of the statistics.
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Protecting Children and Youth
Learn how to help keep kids safe, the right way to respond to allegations of abuse, and legal requirements related to reporting and screening.
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Confronting Harassment in the Church
Insights on how church leaders can confront harassment and foster the type of healthy culture that honors Christ.
A Nearly $22 Million Verdict for Sexual Abuse Not Excessive, Affirms Federal Appeals Court
Churches should understand that a single incident of child abuse can expose a church to damages far in excess of its insurance coverage.
Are We Protecting Our Youth Ministry?
12 question checklist to assess the safeguards you have in place.
How Well Do We Screen and Train Children’s Workers?
12 question checklist to help you identify gaps in your screening process.
Protect the Children in Your Church’s Small Groups
How churches can help prevent child abuse in the context of a small-group gathering.
Churchgoer’s Criminal Stalking Conviction Vacated Due to Free Speech Concerns
Man’s social media posts about a church employee retained First Amendment protections, court says.
Few Church Leaders Discuss Abuse Crisis Says Pew Research
Most startling is how little church-goers in Protestant faith traditions indicated leaders actively raised the topic.
Church Volunteer Given 35-Year Prison Sentence for Raping a Minor
Case illustrates the importance of adopting, and enforcing, a “two-adult rule” that prohibits church employees and volunteers from being alone with a single minor.
Preventing Abuse in Youth Ministries
Churches need to develop solid boundaries and a good reporting structure.
Association Calls for Prevention Commitment by Churches
Resolution calls pastors and church leaders to adhere to high ethical standards and establish practices to prevent misconduct and address accusations appropriately.
Minimizing the Risks of Child Molestation in Churches
How this 14-step plan can help protect the most vulnerable.
Court Decisions Recognizing Negligent Selection Claims
Key point 10-05.01. Some courts have found churches liable on the basis of negligent selection