Clergy Workshop Faces Sex Offender Dilemma
Cedar Rapids Catholic and Protestant leaders meet for a workshop on Tuesday to discuss safeguarding congregations while ministering to sex offenders and their families. The No More Secrets program at 3715 33rd Ave SW will feature six professionals offering guidance on prevention, treatment, and support for victims.
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Church Leaders Urged to Spot Offender Signs
A workshop speaker from the Department of Correctional Services urges church leaders to recognize warning signs of sexual misconduct among offenders. The program stresses open disclosure to spiritual leaders, cooperative counseling, and safety for congregations while detailing risks and nonconfrontational approaches.
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Nuns pledge brains for Alzheimer's research in Dubuque study
Sister Ruth Schiffler and about 86 nuns from the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary join the nationwide Religious Orders Study funded to study aging and Alzheimer’s. The project, led by Rush University, collects annual evaluations and brain donations, now totaling 83 brains from clergy nationwide.
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Methods hosting workshop on myths about sexual abuse
The 46 “More Secrets: Life and Myths about Sexual Abuse” workshop for clergy and lay leaders runs 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday at New Creation United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. Speakers include Randy Cole Laura Strait Virgil Gooding Shelly Morelock and Michelle Allmandinger with sessions on myths and realities, plus a 9:45 panel and an 11 a.m. Q and A.
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