MinistrySafe Policy

Key Provisions of the MinistrySafe Policy

  • Children and youth are to be supervised during all children/youth ministries’ activities.
  • Two Ministry Safe trained adults must be present during children/youth ministries’ activities. Youth (under 18) may serve as supervisors or ministry leaders alongside a Ministry Safe trained and Background checked adult IF the youth is at least 4 years older than the oldest child being supervised.
  • All children and youth ministries must be conducted in open view.
  • Anyone serving in or supervising children/youth ministries’ activities or vulnerable adult ministries must be regular attendees for 6 months minimum prior to serving.
  • Background checks are required for all adults 18 years old or older every 3 years. A background check renewal may be requested more frequently in the case of a long period of absence (6 months or more).
  • Annual review of Ministry Safe policy is required for all adults who serve with children, youth, or vulnerable adults (special needs, elderly, etc.)
  • Online Ministry Safe training must be renewed every 2 years for all adults who serve with children, youth, or vulnerable adults.
  • A complete copy of the Ministry Safe policy can be obtained from the church office or for more details about Ministry Safe training, visit here.”