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Your Church At Risk

Published on October 28, 2019 By Scott Stuart

  Here are nine areas to consider when developing a risk management plan for your church. CMI can help you identify and manage your risks through insurance and safety services. Accident Prevention: Are your sidewalks well lighted, dry, and covered with non-slip material? Are walkways and doors kept free of obstructions? Are parking lots safe? […]

Your Church Is At Risk!

Published on April 26, 2018 By Scott Stuart

When it comes to managing risks in any church or ministry setting, prevention is most important.  Prevention is anticipating what might happen and then developing policies or procedures to reduce the probability of something happening. Preventing or reducing the possibility of something bad happening can have a major impact on your ministry. That’s easy to […]

Prevent Child Sexual Abuse in the Church

Published on January 6, 2014 By Scott Stuart

No church is immune to the problem of child sexual assault, regardless of size, location, or denomination. Child sexual predators exist, and they’re always looking for opportunities to interact with children. They may volunteer to work with children in your nursery, Sunday school, or youth program. How are you going to manage this risk? Strengthen these […]

Do You Need Medical Insurance for Campers?

Published on November 27, 2013 By Scott Stuart

Church camps and other youth activities are a vital part of church ministry.  These events can create lasting experiences for all involved.  The opportunity for students to attend a church camp and other kinds of events can be life changing. The goal is always to offer a safe, fun and challenging atmosphere for kids to […]

Are Board Members Personally Liable for Board Decisions?

Published on November 11, 2013 By Scott Stuart

The protection offered to board members of incorporated organizations can apply to liability arising out of injuries, contractual obligations, and other forms of liability created by statute. Consider these as part of your bylaws. Prohibit board members from obtaining any personal gain at the church’s expense Bar the church from doing business with companies that […]

Church Risk to Outside Groups

Published on April 19, 2012 By usdigital

Churches pose a range of issues when it comes to insurance so it’s important to make sure you have them all covered when you buy church insurance . Church officials, like those in other community organizations, need to ensure they have a good long term relationship with a reputable agent in order to be confident […]

What every Church and Youth Ministry Camp Director can Learn from the Penn State Fiasco

Published on March 19, 2012 By usdigital

Unfortunately you have a lot in common with Joe Paterno and Mike McQuery?  Just like you folks, you have not, nor ever will commit the physical crimes against children, as did Jerry Sandusky.  However, YOU are responsible and liable for your camp or church employee’s actions when there is even a hint that someone is […]