About this episode

Russell discusses the importance of reporting abuse in church settings to local law enforcement.

Russell answers a listener question about whether church policies should include reporting abuse to local law enforcement. (Spoiler alert: yes, you should.) Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email questions@russellmoore.com — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtful takes on big questions, offers a Christian perspective on life, and recommends books and music he's enjoying.Subscribe to the Christianity Today Magazine: Special offer for listeners of The Russell Moore Show: Click here for 25% off a subscription Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Russell Moore

Topics covered

• abuse reporting
• church policies
• law enforcement
• Christian ethics
• listener questions

Keywords

• abuse
• church
• reporting
• law enforcement
• Christianity
• Russell Moore
• podcast

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Organizations: Christianity Today, YouTube

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