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Child Advocacy Resources |
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The Presbyterian Child Advocacy Network welcomes those involved in ministries of education, direct service and advocacy for children. The network strives to extend the Baptismal embrace, by lifting up the needs of children in the church, the community, nation and world. |
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Bless our Children: Preventing Sexual Abuse
This powerful video tells the story of one congregation's efforts to include sexual abuse prevention in their children's religious education. Available through the FaithTrust Institute. Also available to be borrowed from the PHEWA office. Email Nancy Troy. |
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Congregations Stand for Healthy Children: Bringing Hope and Healing
The Office of Child Advocacy and Presbyterian Women have partnered with Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) to produce a Presbyterian Children’s Sabbath manual. Included is information about PC(USA) programs that address the needs and lift up the gifts of children everywhere. Also in the manual are CDF’s resources for worship, education, service and advocacy:
- A welcome letter from Marian Wright Edelman
- Promotion and publicity resources
- Educational resources for all age levels
- Extensive worship resources for Protestant, Catholic, Episcopal, Jewish, Muslim, Baha’i, Unitarian Universalist and Buddhist communities of faith
- An Interfaith Children’s Sabbath service and planning guide
- Suggestions for actions and strategies for developing a lasting witness
Book: $7.50
CD: $7.50
Shipping and handling: $3.50
Available from Office of Child Advocacy. Print the order form.  |
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“Coping with Date Rape and Acquaintance Rape” an Acquaintance Rape and Sexual Assault Prevention Training Manual
Andrea Parrot
These articles are part of the packet Young Women Speak: Issues for Study by College Women, eds. Katie Jacobs and Rebecca Todd Peters, 1994. DMS #72-700-94-991
Available at your local bookstore or online retailer.
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Hear Their Cries
This 40-minute documentary provides definitions, signs for recognizing child abuse, stories of adult survivors, discussion of theological issues including forgiveness and confidentiality, and examples of how to respond.
Available through the FaithTrust Institute.
To order, call (800) 524-2612. |
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In Love and in Danger: Teen Dating Violence
The Junior League of Ann Arbor, Michigan, 1997
Designed for teachers, parents and teens, this award-winning video provides a compelling and informative look into dating violence. Study guide included.
To order, contact Intermedia
1700 Westlake Ave., N., #724
Seattle, WA 98109
(888) 553-8336 |
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Love — All That and More
A video series and six session curriculum for youth about healthy relationships.
Available through the FaithTrust Institute.
To order, call (800) 524-2612. |
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No is Not Enough; Helping Teenagers Avoid Sexual Assault
Carol Adams, Jennifer Fay and Jan Loreen-Martin
Impact Publishers, 1985
Readable good resource on date rape. ISBN: 0915166356
Available at your local bookstore or online retailer. |
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Nurturing The Children Of God, The Call to Foster Parenting & Adoption
Lois J. Rifner
Many of the aspects of adoption discussed in this resource will be applicable for parents adopting infants as well as special needs children, and there is some information for parents wishing to adopt infants. The primary focus, however, will be on special needs adoption and how the church can support those who are called to that ministry.
Available on loan from the PHEWA office. Email Nancy Troy. |
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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
Kathryn Goering Reid and Marie Fortune
Sexual abuse prevention curricula designed for use in a Christian education setting. The three curricula, each for a particular age group, are in a church school format.
Available through the FaithTrust Institute.
To order, call (800) 524-2612. |
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Protect Children Instead of Guns: Community Action Toolkit!
Every day in the United States, nine children and teens die by gunfire. It’s time to take action to end this senseless violence. This toolkit is a resource from the Children’s Defense Fund to help individuals make their communities safer.
Visit CDF Web site to download a free toolkit or call (800) CDF-1200, option 4.
e-mail: Childrens Defense Fund |
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Striking Terror No More: The Church Responds to Domestic Violence
Beth Basham and Sara Lisherness, eds.
Bridge Resources, revised 2005
Striking Terror No More is a handbook to raise awareness in the church to the issue of domestic violence. It includes articles on the various types of domestic violence, lesson plans for using this resource to educate church members, and worship resources. The revised edition contains more updated information including statistics, new articles and appendices. The bibliography of other resources has also been updated.
To order, call (800) 524-2612
$18.95
PDS # 157153069X
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Surely Heed Their Cry: A Presbyterian Guide to Child Abuse Prevention, Intervention, and Healing
Bonnie Glass MacDonald
Published by the Presbyterian Child Advocacy Network
A Presbyterian guide to child abuse prevention and healing. This comprehensive guide contains information on abuse identification, abuse prevention, and educational material.
To order, call (800) 524-2612.
$5.00
PDS # 257-93-010
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The Mother’s Book: How to Survive the Molestation of Your Child
Carolyn Byerly
For and about mothers of survivors. The book covers issues of emotional reactions, the relationship with the victim and offender, cultural and religious concerns, and the criminal justice process.
Available through the FaithTrust Institute.
To order, call (800) 524-2612. |
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Violence Against Women and Children: A Theological Handbook
Carol J. Adams and Marie Fortune
Continuum, 1995
With this path-breaking anthology, Adams and Fortune assert the need for a comprehensive examination of sexual and domestic violence within Christian theological tradition. This book seeks to prepare more adequately those who minister directly with victims and perpetrators. ISBN: 0826408303.
Available at your local bookstore or online retailer. |
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Violence in the Family: A Workshop Curriculum for Clergy and Other Helpers
Marie M. Fortune
Pilgrim Press, 1991
These materials are designed for clergy and those who are seeking to understand the religious issues involved in an abusive relationship. It includes and extensive appendix, resource sections and worship materials.
Available through the FaithTrust Institute.
To order, call (800) 524-2612. |
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A Vision for Children and the Church
Adopted by the 205th GA 1993. This resource includes the statement itself, statistics about the condition of children worldwide, children's artwork, and a list of resoures for and a list of resources for further study/information.
To order, call (800) 524-2612.
Free
PDS # 7035000994
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We Won’t Let It Happen Here! Preventing Child Abuse in the Church
Lois Rifner and Susan Keil Smith
2nd edition
Second Edition. A training model for all who work with children in the church to assist them in becoming aware of child abuse; explore how Christian faith provides support for keeping children safe; learn about prevention and learn to respond effectively when child abuse occurs. Prepared with assistance from the Child Advocacy Office.
To order, call (800) 524-2612
Free
PDS #7265102002
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Web sites and organizations |
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Child Advocacy Office
The Child Advocacy Office of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) works toward helping Presbyterians better understand the issues that adversely affect the lives of children in the church, community, the nation and the world; provides resources for study, worship, advocacy, and action around these issues; and offers leadership in implementing and coordinating the denomination's Decade of the Child emphasis, working cooperatively with other GA entities as well as the Presbyterian Child Advocacy Network.
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Children’s Defense Fund
CDF is a nonprofit children’s advocacy organization which focuses in particular on the needs of poor, minority, and disabled children and stress3s both education and resources and hosts an annual conference on child advocacy.
25 E Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 628-8787
National Child Abuse Hotline: (888) 422-4453 |
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The FaithTrust Institute
“The Center” is the place to begin when looking for resources on faith and violence. It offers pioneer work in the many areas of violence which touch the family and the church. The materials are faith-based (Jewish and Christian) and are offered in English and Spanish. The resources include books, curriculum, a news journal and videos for sale or to rent. Speakers and conference leaders are also on staff.
936 N 34th Street, Ste. 200
Seattle, WA, 98103
(206) 634-1903
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Kidshealth
A Web site written for children about health issues. The language is very child-friendly and deals with feelings and fears as well as details and facts on health issues. |
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Wrightslaw
This site provides information about advocacy for children with disabilities, especially children with learning disabilities. |
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