Our purpose for this policy and accompanying procedures is to demonstrate our absolute and unwavering commitment to the physical safety and spiritual growth of all our children, youth and vulnerable adults.

Statement of Covenant

As a Christian community of faith, we pledge to conduct God's ministry in ways that assure the safety and spiritual growth of our children, youth and vulnerable adults as well as workers with them. We will:

• follow reasonable safety measures in the selection and recruitment of paid and volunteer workers
• implement prudent operational procedures in all programs and events
• train our workers with children and youth regarding policies and methods including first aid and discipline
• implement a clearly defined procedure for reporting suspected incidents of abuse, conforming to the requirements of state law and for responding to media inquiries if an incident occurs.

What does this mean for us?

Background checks will be done on all workers, paid and volunteer seeking to work with children and youth along with the application and interview process. After all paperwork is compiled and reviewed, "cleared" volunteers become certified to work with our children and youth. All information is kept confidential. Training on our policy and procedures completes the certification.

A hassle? Maybe, but if it protects our kids and us, its worth it!