Resources and Handouts

Books

• Resource book: "Safe Sanctuaries: Reducing the Risk of Abuse in the Church for Children and Youth" by Joy Melton
• Resource book: "Safe Sanctuaries in a Virtual World" by Joy Melton
• Resource book: "Safe Sanctuaries - Older Adults" by Joy Melton

Training Videos

• Video: "Safe Sanctuaries Basic Training" led by Allison Lindsey, Suzanne Akins & Annie Paulk
• Webinar: "Safe Sanctuaries in a Virtual World" led by Allison Lindsey
• DVD: "Safe Sanctuaries for Children and Youth" by Joy Melton

Websites

• Safe Sanctuaries (Discipleship Ministries)
• List of Sex Offenders in Your Area This link will take you to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation website. Click "Sex Offender." Go to the bottom of the page and click "Sex Offender Search Page." Enter the zip code or county where you reside and click search.

Forms

• Sample Volunteer Application
• Safe Sanctuaries Local Church Evaluation Form

Premises/Participation for Registered Sex Offender

• When a Sex Offender Seeks to Join the Local Church
• Premises/Participation Agreement for a registered sex offender participating in worship at a local church

Other Resources

• Background Checks 
• Handling the Media in a Crisis Situation
• Restroom Policies and Procedures
• Digital Safety
• Overnight Activities Procedures
• Facilities Use Agreement for other groups usage of church buildings/property. Sample agreement.