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Developing a Lay Counseling Ministry

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posted 3/09/2010

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Developing a Lay Counseling Ministry
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Have we determined lay counseling ministry goals within the parameters of our state laws with the guidance of an attorney?

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Have we obtained full support of ministry development from church leadership?

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Have we determined who will serve as manager of the lay counseling ministry?

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Have we developed a lay counseling policy and accompanying forms with the help of an attorney?

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Have the policy and forms been developed to ensure compliance with state law and the church's governing documents?

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Have we considered appropriate insurance coverage for the lay counseling ministry?

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Have we developed a communications plan to address the information needs of various audiences within the congregation, including potential lay counselors?

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Have we selected and screened potential lay counselors?

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Have we provided training for the initial group of lay counselors?

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Is the lay counseling ministry manager prepared to provide ongoing training and supervision to lay counselors?

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