Religion · Statewide · VT · August 19, 2026
Vermont Church Elder, Child Evangelism Leader Charged With CSAM Distribution
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- Ask your church's elder board or leadership what background-check and screening policies apply to anyone in children's or youth ministry, including volunteers connected to outside organizations like CEF.
- Review whether your congregation requires two-adult supervision, reference checks, and periodic renewal of background screening for all who work with minors.
- Confirm your church has a clear, written mandatory-reporting protocol and that leaders know who to contact immediately if abuse is suspected.
- If your church partners with parachurch children's ministries, ask what vetting standards those organizations use for their own leaders and state directors.
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