Caring Well

A Message from David Johnson, Executive Director

Churches that Care is about protecting those who are most vulnerable from harm whether they are children, youth, persons with special needs, or people who are in crisis. That is why we have recommended that churches form teams to address this issue, inform the congregation about the problem, do background checks for workers, require training for volunteers, and have policies and procedures in place that will help prevent sexual abuse from happening. But we also must learn how to respond appropriately when or if there is an incident of abuse in a church. This goes beyond who is required to report the incident or to whom. It is about responding with care, compassion, and concern. We recommend that churches follow the prevention and response standards on this page as you strive to be a Church that Cares.