This two-week course is for church leaders who have the responsibility of creating Safer Sanctuary policy and procedures for their settings. It is intended to equip leaders to create safe spaces for the entire congregation, including children, youth, vulnerable adults, and those in ministry with them. You will explore how to recruit a team with the task of creating a foundation of caring and nourising for your church and community, and learn specific elements to include in Safer Sanctuaries.
Learners should possess and be familiar with the required text before the microcourse begins. Safer Sanctuaries: Nurturing Trust Within Faith Communities by Discipleship Resources can be purchased at The Upper Room store.
This course is eligible for 1.0 CEUs.
Quick Info:
Number of weeks: 2
Price: $105
CEUs: 1.0
Required books: Yes
Blackboard: Yes
Zoom: No
Certification and Series: No
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Meet the Instructor
Dena Kitchens has many years experience in education, both in the secular sector and in Christian education, that provide a foundation for creating safe spaces for learners of all ages. She has served as a Safe Sanctuary trainer at the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church for more than a decade and has extensively explored the resources for Safer Sanctuaries. This newer resource answers many of the concerns she has had over the years and she is excited to be able to share this new perspective.
