Project Safe Church - eBook

A practical, compassionate guide for building churches that protect the vulnerable and respond wisely to abuse.
 
Project Safe Church equips pastors, elders, ministry leaders, and lay members with clear steps to prevent sexual abuse, respond faithfully when harm occurs, and care well for survivors. Written from within the Seventh-day Adventist context yet applicable across denominations, this resource combines trauma informed insight, biblical grounding, and real world policy guidance.
 
What you'll learn
Clear education on recognizing abuse and grooming behaviors
Step by step response guidance that prioritizes safety, truth, and accountability
Survivor centered tools for listening, documentation, and referral
Biblical frameworks for forgiveness, boundaries, and servant leadership
Practical templates and assessments churches can use immediately
Alignment with established church policies and legal responsibilities
 
 
Who it’s for
Church leaders responsible for safety and care
Ministry teams working with children, youth, or vulnerable adults
Counselors, coaches, and advocates supporting survivors
Churches committed to integrity, transparency, and healing
 
 
Why it matters
Abuse thrives in silence and confusion. Project Safe Church replaces uncertainty with clarity, fear with wisdom, and inaction with faithful courage. The result is a church culture that reflects God’s heart for justice, protection, and restoration.
 
Use it individually or as a leadership team resource to move your church toward safety, trust, and hope.