This year alone, over one million children will be victims. Often, we in the church have a false sense of security about this problem. As a result, preventive steps may be neglected. Our common stereotypes often bolster this sense of security. The child molester is viewed as a predatory stranger who can easily be spotted by the church family.
Sexual abuse is devastating.
It causes deep and sometimes lifelong psychological damage to the victim. The community reputation of a church is jeopardized. Reporters and mini-cam crews from the local news media will ensure that the scandal is well publicized. The church also becomes vulnerable to costly and time-consuming legal action. Greater Tulsa Christian Church desires to be a safe place for all children who attend.