Dr. Stinnett lists reasons pastors and lay leaders need this training.

The purpose of this training series produced by the Center for the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence is to help spiritual leaders identify boundaries and so respect the persons who have entrusted us with their spiritual well-being.

Often the lines between what is appropriate and what is not - "boundaries" - are unclear. We have all heard the stories of leaders who have “crossed the line,” wounding both themselves and others. It is a problem not unique to American Baptists, Protestants, or even Christians.

This series covers four areas:

1. Boundaries, Power and Vulnerability
2. Dating, Friendships, Dual Relationships, Gifts
3. The Pulpit, Transference, Hugging and Touch, Intimacy
4. Personal Needs and Self-Care, Red Flags, Final Reflections

Rev. Dr. Dwight Stinnett leads as instructor of this seminar.

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***This course is also a requirement in the ordination process.***

The Great Rivers Region is pleased to offer this for our ministers. If you are anticipating ordination, this course will satisfy the “Professional Ethics” requirement. If you presently serve as a minister, this will be a good refresher course. Continuing Education Units will be awarded (0.6 CEU).

Date: TBA
Time: 9:00 a.m. refreshments then 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place:TBA
Charge is: $8.00 (to cover the cost of lunch and refreshments)

Downloads will be posted for information and registration when next session scheduled

For a map and directions to the church, please enter the address you are starting from:

(Enter your address like the following: 1002 Main Street Anytown IL 61606)

When the next course is scheduled, the following downloads (PDF) will be available:

This training is made possible by your United Mission and America For Christ gifts,
and gifts designated for Alternative Ministerial Education.