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BRN Executive Board approves abuse prevention policy, pastor wellness program, and hears progress reports on BRN work

May 26, 2022
Shannon Baker
BRN
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Executive Board members of the Baptist Resource Network (BRN) of Pennsylvania/South Jersey approved an organizational “Abuse Prevention of Persons” policy for BRN employees, endorsed a pastor wellness program, and heard progress updates during their May 21, 2022, meeting at the BRN’s Hub in Harrisburg.

BRN Exec responds to the Guidepost Solutions and Sexual Abuse Task Force report

Barry Whitworth, executive director of the Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania/South Jersey, responds to a report issued by Guidepost Solutions and the Sexual Abuse Task Force addressing concerns about the handling of allegations of sexual abuse across the Southern Baptist Convention.

CP Stories: Jack & Prinna Wattanawongsawang,* East Asia

May 26, 2022
Guest Writer
SBC
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International missionaries, Jack & Prinna Wattanawongsawang,* work in Japan to share the gospel with those God sends their way.

Pastors gather to respond, recount minutes before, after school shooting

May 26, 2022
Guest Writer
SBC
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Pastors and faith leaders in Uvalde, Texas respond to horrific shooting at Robb Elementary School; many ask for prayer and wisdom as they share the hope of Jesus Christ.

Baptist Press apologizes to survivors, commits to serve

May 26, 2022
Guest Writer
SBC
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The leading news organization of the Southern Baptist Convention extends its apologies to all sexual abuse victims and commits to better serving its readers.

Executive Committee sets up hotline for abuse claims

May 26, 2022
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SBC
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The SBC Executive Committee has set up a confidential hotline for those affected by sexual abuse within Southern Baptist churches.

SBC Executive Committee repents, vows to listen to survivors, release hidden list of alleged abusers

May 26, 2022
Guest Writer
SBC
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SBC Executive Committee apologizes to sexual abuse victims and hopes to work towards a pathway of communication and transparency.

Guidepost investigation prompts recommendations for reform

May 26, 2022
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SBC
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SATF lists 'a few initial needs,' in response to Guidepost's investigation into the alleged mishandling of sexual abuse claims by the SBC Executive Committee.