Children & Youth Ministry Archives

Learn what it means to be a mandatory reporter and state-by-state reporting requirements.

Richard R. Hammar

Start with knowing your state's mandatory reporting laws.

Kelli Marsh

Release forms cannot free your church from liability, but some forms are still worth considering.

The Editors

How to prepare for this significant summer event.

Caitlin Edwards

Without careful legal review, these forms are useless to churches.

Richard R. Hammar

Consider these key points in evaluating the validity of a release or assumption of risk form.

Richard R. Hammar

From anti-scald devices and changing tables to overall cleanliness, this list of helpful hints will keep your babies and toddlers safe and happy.

Robin F. DeMattia

Summer camp safety is everyone's ideal. But risk management ensures it's a reality.

The Editors

How one church creates a safe environment for kids.

Brad Lewis

Churches can be liable for injuries sustained during church activities on the basis of negligent supervision.

Richard R. Hammar

Cyberbullying is a growing issue for today's youth. How can churches respond?

Lee A. Dean

What churches should do with skiing, snowboarding, and sledding activities.

James F. Cobble Jr.

What is a church's responsibility for supervising minors during Sunday school and worship services?

Dave Staal

An emotionally safe environment allows children to make friends and trust their teachers.

The Editors

Churches may need to increase supervision.

Richard R. Hammar