Sexual Abuse in Church Leadership
Resources and Action Steps
Prioritizing the safety and well-being of our church members through dedicated support and resources.
EBA’s Commitment
The Ellis Baptist Association (EBA) is committed to equipping churches to address the crisis of sexual abuse in ministry.
By fostering accountability, prevention, and care, we aim to help churches build a culture of safety and trust for survivors and congregations.
Caring Well
A Unified Call to Action
What is the Caring Well Challenge?
The Caring Well Challenge (CWC) is a call for Southern Baptist churches to take immediate and meaningful steps to prevent abuse and care for survivors.
How It Works
Caring Well is an adaptable initiative that provides a year-long roadmap to ensure your church is safe for survivors and safe from abuse.
Empower a Caring Well Team
Lead your church through the initiative with dedicated leadership.
Follow 8 Key Steps
Commit, Build, Launch, Train, Care, Prepare, Share, Reflect.
Access Tools and Training
Resources are available at CaringWell.com to learn more and guide your church through every phase.
Why It Matters
Caring well can help you prevent abuse before it happens. Equip your church to care for survivors with compassion and accountability. And build a culture of safety and trust in your ministry.
Key Resources
SATF Report
The Southern Baptist Convention Sexual Abuse Task Force Report offers critical insights and recommendations to address abuse within ministry.
Take Action Today
Every church has a responsibility to create a safe environment for its congregation. By committing to initiatives like the Caring Well Challenge and using the resources available, we can combat abuse and care for survivors in tangible and impactful ways.
If you have questions or need help finding resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out.