How to Handle Allegations of Misconduct in a Church (with Theresa Lynn Sidebotham)
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A church office worker complains about romantic advances made by a married pastor. What do you do?
Parents in your congregation accuse a teenage boy of touching their daughter inappropriately. How should you handle it?
A woman in your ministry files a sexual harassment complaint about a male coworker, which turns into a confusing he said/she said clash. How can you determine the truth?
Allegations of harm must be taken seriously. The health and reputation of the organization, the potential victim, and the accused are at stake. How do you go about investigating in a proper and godly way?
Today's guest helps pastors, ministry leaders, board members, and HR professionals navigate the process of response and investigation, which may require outside expertise.
Theresa Lynn Sidebotham is the author of Handling Allegations in a Ministry, available from Illumify Media.
Brought to you by Mark Taylor and the Sky High Podcast Network.
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