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Why Should Churches Screen?

The impact of screening on safety and liability concerns

Historically, few churches have screened workers. Today that is changing. The failure to screen increases the potential liability a church may face if an allegation of negligent selection occurs. It also increases the risk to children, and other vulnerable members of the church.

The following two articles help explain the importance of screening. They each take about 2 minutes to read.

Reasons to Screen

The problem of negligent selection and child sexual abuse in the church

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