Object Lesson In Crisis Response

From Texas, we have a report of accusations against a church staff member, and an illustration of a church that did almost everything right. According to the news report, authorities have charged a youth pastor with sexually assaulting a minor. The church where he was employed a the time issued a statement with a timeline indicating that it responded correctly to the crisis. The church suspended the pastor, prevented any continuing interaction with minors, and notified law enforcement. The church notified its members of the events, including the fact that the events alleged had happened at another church and did not involve anyone in the current church. The church nevertheless offered counseling to anyone who might need it. On a particularly good note, the church asked anyone with information to call law enforcement.