The 1993 Child Protection Act
19 May 2009
Requires states to submit "child abuse crime information" to, or index such information in the national criminal history background system maintained by the FBI. A state’s reporting all felonies and serious misdemeanors to the FBI will satisfy this requirement of the Act.
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Protecting and Preserving the Financial Integrity of Your Ministry – Perception is Reality
19 May 2009
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of the lord” (Matthew 25:21). In this passage, Jesus is referring to finances. If pastors prove their faithfulness in things that do not last, such as money, [...]
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Sexual Misconduct
19 May 2009
“OVER RECENT years, we have become accustomed to church leaders issuing apologies for the terrible pain caused by the clerical abuse of children and young people, which is both a crime and a sin. Important though apologies are, they are not enough. Apologies may express heartfelt sorrow and compassion, but they do not, in themselves, protect [...]
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Keys to Reducing Litigation and Avoiding Liability
19 May 2009
The following must be in place in order to avoid new cases of litigation against the Church: Churches must have a comprehensive, written Sexual Misconduct program that includes and explains child sexual abuse issues. A COGIC National Handbook is available and can be copied and modified to meet the needs of each jurisdiction and local church. Workers [...]
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