About 1 in 6 people who have worked in churches or parachurch ministries, either as a volunteer or an employee, say they’ve personally experienced sexual harassment, according to new research Church Law & Tax conducted this year. What does this mean? A lot. The implications are significant from a theological perspective. So too with respect to employment law and potential legal liability, as well as preventive responses, such as training. We plan to address issues like these tomorrow in a free webinar featuring attorney Theresa Sidebotham, a Church Law & Tax advisor at large. Sidebotham will explore more from the Church Law & Tax research findings, plus offer practical takeaways church leaders can use. We pray this event helps address sexual harassment in the Christian workplace, reduces its likelihood, and cultivates a culture that honors both Christ and the dignity of each person, all while respecting state and federal laws that have a lot to say on the matter. Also this week: What attorney and senior editor Richard Hammar wants you to know about the clergy-penitent privilege. Our CT colleagues on the Quick to Listen podcast interview the Christian Legal Society’s Kim Colby about the US Supreme Court confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett. Free Video: How to run a legally compliant virtual church business meeting. The Lord bless you and keep you, |