Theologians, philosophers, and pastors discuss the importance of maintaining boundaries, creating church safety guidelines, and instituting a system of regular and ongoing training of volunteers and workers.
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Introduction
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Section 1: Relationships and Boundaries in Ministry
- Boundaries in Youth Ministry, Andy Root – Video and Discussion Questions
- How a Youth Minister Can Engage in Healthy Self-Disclosure, Gregory Ellison – Video and Discussion Questions
- Boundaries and Church Safety, Skip Masback – Video and Discussion Questions
- Reflecting Emotions Back to Youth, David Caruso – Video and Discussion Questions
- Additional Resources
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Section 2: Starting the Conversation - Developing a Policy
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Section 3: Screening and Training Leaders and Volunteers
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Section 4: Communicating and Enforcing Policies
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Section 5: Responding and Reporting