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Southern Baptist Convention abuse prevention leader Jeff Dalrymple says churches must take a holistic approach to protecting children and vulnerable people, warning that abuse prevention remains a major issue facing churches today.
Dalrymple currently serves as director of abuse prevention and response for the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee and previously served as executive director of the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP), a national association focused on child and youth protection within Christian ministries.
Speaking with ChurchLeaders, Dalrymple explained that his role is centered on equipping churches, Baptist associations, and state conventions with resources to help prevent abuse and respond appropriately when allegations arise.
“We’re working hard to help our churches be the safest place where kids can hear the gospel,” Dalrymple said. “So I feel like I’m a missionary for the vulnerable.”
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Dalrymple currently serves as director of abuse prevention and response for the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee and previously served as executive director of the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP), a national association focused on child and youth protection within Christian ministries.
Speaking with ChurchLeaders, Dalrymple explained that his role is centered on equipping churches, Baptist associations, and state conventions with resources to help prevent abuse and respond appropriately when allegations arise.
“We’re working hard to help our churches be the safest place where kids can hear the gospel,” Dalrymple said. “So I feel like I’m a missionary for the vulnerable.”
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SBC Abuse Prevention Leader Says Churches Must ‘Work Together To Solve This Problem’
SBC abuse prevention leader Jeff Dalrymple says churches must take a holistic approach to protecting children and vulnerable people.