I like the later policy of parents permission. I have had single moms ask me to "teach their son discipline". I make sure that they know what they are asking. My main discipline is to make them do pushups. They love it though. They volunteer to do them. Theres nothing wrong with discipline being fun also is there.
We went through a child abuse class and basically it said that you can't touch a child-even to hug, hold or comfort. I didn't agree with that, either. I'm a physical kind of guy and hug kids of all ages and it is holy and pure. Sometimes I even give holy kisses. (not on lips-don't worry). We need to be able to take our love to the next level and not live in fear of what others may think. I was taught that by a bear of a guy who is Vietnam Vet and when he asked if I was ready to take it to the next level-he hugged me and kissed me on the cheek. It changed the way I thought. It brought me to higher level that most men will never reach. Jesus kissed Judas on the cheek and he betrayed him. Its alot like washing someones feet. Very humbleing and yet opens your heart for true servanthood. Bob Simons For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jer. 29:11 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lorraine Mourning" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2001 10:19 AM Subject: [RR] Children's workers policy / spanking > Just wondering... > many of you have mentioned you outpost's policy on discipline, but I was > wondering how many of your churches have Children's Worker's Policies? I > have only attended Two AofG churches in the last 18 years (so my scope is > limited) and to become a leader of any kind I have had to fill out a > Children's Workers application (amongst other things). In doing so I have to > be ready and agree to follow the terms of their policy and guide lines which > are specifically laid out in the agreement. Both agreements have stated that > I can NEVER be alone with any child at any time and I may NEVER hit/spank or > otherwise physically correct the child. If I did I would be dismissed. I > have however heard of another outpost that does allow an unruly child to be > spanked, but written permission of the parent must be given first (usually > as the boy joins Rangers) and the parent must be notified after the > spanking. An incident of spanking report must also be put on file at the > church office signed by the parent and commander. Both policies help protect > children's workers and churches from being sued. If I'm never alone with a > child I can never be accused of impropriety. If I never spank a child I > cannot be charged with child abuse. If I have written permission upfront I > have a defense. I have agreed to work under our churches rules and > guidelines, if I feel they are wrong I should not have signed the agreement. > This means regardless of how I feel at a given time, I may not react, but > follow guideline policy. For me this works well. Just wondered how many > other churches do this? > I think a written policy and guidelines are a good idea. I'm sure some of > you won't agree. I'm a little nervous posting this after reading through > some of the e-mail, but did feel lead to share. > > Bless you all, > Lorraine > > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp > > _______ > To unsubscribe, send "unsubscribe rangernet" to [EMAIL PROTECTED] > or visit http://rangernet.org/subscribe.htm > http://rangernet.org Autoresponder: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > ---------------------------------------------------- Sign Up for NetZero Platinum Today Only $9.95 per month! http://my.netzero.net/s/signup?r=platinum&refcd=PT97 _______ To unsubscribe, send "unsubscribe rangernet" to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://rangernet.org/subscribe.htm http://rangernet.org Autoresponder: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
