Wednesday, March 25th, 2020
There are a lot of reasons to continue learning at all ages, including improving your self-confidence and keeping your brain healthy. But in your job as a staff member or volunteer, learning has more practical benefits. This week’s timely topic is starting a Hunger Relief Program: Hunger and food insecurity are formidable problems in the […]
Read More >>Wednesday, March 25th, 2020
In our busy lives, personal growth is not an area that always gets our attention. We’ve got 26 ideas for you, starting with the letter A. You’ll want to get to Z! Click here to get the printable list.
Read More >>Wednesday, March 18th, 2020
Dear Safe Gatherings community: We are watching along with the rest of the world as things change across the country in the wake of the coronavirus. The ripple effects are many and unknown. We want you to know that Safe Gatherings will continue to serve you in the same ways we always do: with online […]
Read More >>Monday, January 27th, 2020
Most organizations today recognize that it is essential to screen employees and volunteers. But of those organizations, it is evident there are two prevailing opinions regarding the frequency of background checks: those who run one background check at the beginning of a person’s service and then never again; and those who run background checks at […]
Read More >>Monday, January 27th, 2020
Imagine this scenario: You are in charge of the children’s ministry at your organization and a congregant comes to you with disturbing news. “There’s a sex offender in the congregation,” she says. “I searched the national sex offender website and this person’s name came up.” You did not know about this previously, and you don’t […]
Read More >>Monday, January 27th, 2020
Having trouble finding good volunteers? Is it challenging to keep the ones you have? A mentoring program may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Mentoring programs offer an opportunity for your clergy, leaders and experienced volunteers to share their skills and experience with those who are less experienced, to put them on the fast […]
Read More >>Monday, January 27th, 2020
Calling all administrators! Did you know there are two easy ways to pay your Safe Gatherings invoice? And, we’ve got a new feature! There are 2 ways to pay through Safe Gatherings: When you receive the invoice link each month, you can pay with a credit card. Save a step by securely saving your information […]
Read More >>Wednesday, January 1st, 2020
Creating Safer Spaces for Individuals with Disabilities
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