--- title: "Protect Your Ministry: Religious Freedom, Youth Protection, and Biblical Sexuality" description: "Answers for ministries grappling with: protecting religious freedom, shielding children from abuse, & answering questions around cultural shifts in sexuality." image: https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/Protecting%20Your%20Ministry%20H2.jpg --- ![Tight Rope Header 2 copy](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Tight%20Rope%20Header%202%20copy.jpg?width=9388&height=4929&name=Tight%20Rope%20Header%202%20copy.jpg "Tight Rope Header 2 copy") ### What Every Church Leader Needs to Know ## Wednesday, December 9, at Noon EST   In unprecedented ways, ministries are grappling with threats to **religious freedom, protecting children from abuse, and answering questions around cultural shifts in human sexuality.** Trail Life USA has gathered noted experts and is presenting a **FREE 90-minute webinar** that will provide concrete answers and give you confidence to move forward in these uncertain times. - **Listen **as ADF, ECAP, and Focus on the Family provide tools and information relevant to your ministry. - **Connect **with Ministry Leaders around the Country - **Interact** with our Expert Panel. - **Ask** Questions and Get Answers. ![FOTF1](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/FOTF1.png "FOTF1") ![ADF2](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/ADF2.png "ADF2") ![ECAP web full logo2](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/ECAP%20web%20full%20logo2.png "ECAP web full logo2") [![Please send Resources and the Recording of the Event](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/6459804/e3e700de-0233-4827-bb86-658a762541f4.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/6459804/e3e700de-0233-4827-bb86-658a762541f4) ## “Since we partner with so many churches, we want to provide the best counsel around protecting children, protecting leaders, & securing religious freedoms.” - Mark Hancock, CEO, Trail Life USA ## Please Send Free Resources and the Recording of the Webinar ## 3 Critical Sessions for Church Leaders ![Warren Smith Head Shot c](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/Warren%20Smith%20Head%20Shot%20c.png "Warren Smith Head Shot c") ## **Event Emcee** **[Ministry Watch](https://ministrywatch.com/) - President - Warren Cole Smith** Warren is the host of WORLD Radio’s [*Listening In*](http://www.worldmag.com/podcast/listeningin/). He previously served as Vice President-Mission Advancement for the [Colson Center for Christian Worldview, ](https://www.colsoncenter.org/)and WORLD's vice president and associate publisher. He has written or co-written several books, including *Restoring All Things: God's Audacious Plan to Change the World Through Everyday People*.  Warren spent more than 20 years in the corporate world, including seven years as the Marketing Director for a major division of PricewaterhouseCoopers, the global accounting and consulting firm. His education includes a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in English, both from the University of Georgia. He and his wife Missy have been married for 35 years, and they have four children.  ![kylemccutcheon-biography-102517_4s](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/kylemccutcheon-biography-102517_4s.png "kylemccutcheon-biography-102517_4s") ## **Protecting Your Church** **[Alliance Defending Freedom](https://www.adflegal.org/) - General Counsel - Kyle McCutcheon** ***Kyle McCutcheon surveys the current landscape of religious liberty in America, discusses the challenges facing church leaders, and offers best practices to protect religious freedom in your church.*** Kyle McCutcheon serves as legal counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom’s Center for Christian Ministries. In this role, McCutcheon primarily focuses his practice on representing churches, Christian schools, and religious ministries belonging to the ADF Church and Ministry Alliances to ensure their First Amendment freedoms are protected. McCutcheon began his legal career with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (formerly TASER International, Inc.) before serving as an assistant attorney general with the office of the Arizona Attorney General. His work as an assistant attorney general included prosecuting individuals charged with child abuse and neglect. A native of Arizona, McCutcheon earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from Arizona State University in 2012, and completed his Juris Doctor at Arizona Summit Law School in 2014. He is a member of the state bar of Arizona. ![5d52f2226f0ecb6da6c7a253_Jeff-D.2-683x1024-1](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/5d52f2226f0ecb6da6c7a253_Jeff-D.2-683x1024-1.png "5d52f2226f0ecb6da6c7a253_Jeff-D.2-683x1024-1") ## **Protecting the Least of These** **[Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention](https://abuseprevention.org/) - Executive Director - Jeff Dalrymple** ***It is critical that ministry leaders steward their responsibility of creating safe environments where kids can learn, grow, and thrive. Learn about key ingredients in abuse prevention and protection in this overview which will include resources, next steps, and how to safeguard vulnerable persons.*** Jeff Dalrymple is an organizational leader whose leadership experience includes roles in public safety, higher education, and Christian non-profit management. He holds a Bachelor of Science in organizational management as well as a Master's in international relations and conflict resolution. He has also received certificates from Disney Institute in leadership excellence, and fundraising from Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy. In addition to implementing child protection programs at several ministries, Jeff has served as board president of [Louisville Rescue Mission](https://recenterministries.org/) and currently serves on the boards of [The Apollos Project](https://www.theapollosproject.com/) and [Hadassah’s Hope](https://hadassahshopejax.com/).  ![Glenn Stanton](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hubfs/Glenn%20Stanton.png "Glenn Stanton") ## **Navigating the Dangers of Contemporary Sexuality** **[Focus on the Family](https://www.focusonthefamily.com/) - Director of Family Formation Studies - Glenn T. Stanton**   ***Unfortunately, ministry leaders are facing increased complexities around issues of sexuality today. With practical examples, Glenn Stanton will explain how to navigate these with just the right balance of Christian truth and grace.***   Glenn T. Stanton debates and lectures extensively on the issues of gender, sexuality, marriage, and parenting at universities and churches around the world. He is the author of nine books and is senior contributor to the Federalist blog. His latest book is [“The Myth of the Dying Church: How Christianity is Actually Thriving in America and the World.”](https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/glenn-t-stanton/the-myth-of-the-dying-church/9781683973058/) His previous book “[Loving My (LGBT) Neighbor: Being Friends in Grace and Truth](https://store.focusonthefamily.com/loving-my-lgbt-neighbor?visitorid=036f50ab-4fc8-4280-acac-43112a17b5cf&extra_data=%7B%7D),” explores how Christians should interact with gay or lesbian neighbors in a Christ-honoring way. He is also the co-writer of “[Irreplaceable,](https://store.focusonthefamily.com/irreplaceable-dvd?visitorid=036f50ab-4fc8-4280-acac-43112a17b5cf&extra_data=%7B%7D)” a film seen in theatres nationwide, and the co-author and creator of “[The Family Project](https://store.focusonthefamily.com/focus-featured/the-family-project/the-family-project-small-group-experience?visitorid=036f50ab-4fc8-4280-acac-43112a17b5cf&extra_data=%7B%7D),” a 12-session small group DVD curriculum produced by Focus on the Family. Stanton earned a Bachelor’s Degree in philosophy, communication arts, and religion; and a Master’s Degree in philosophy, history, and religion from the University of West Florida. ## Links and Downloads ![BRN](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BRN.png?width=150&name=BRN.png) [Boy Scouts bankruptcy could leave churches liable in future sex abuse claims](https://www.brnunited.org/news/boy-scouts-bankruptcy-could-leave-churches-liable-in-future-sex-abuse-claims/) ![UMC](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/UMC.jpg?width=150&name=UMC.jpg) [Important Notice About Boy Scouts Bankruptcy](https://www.wnccumc.org/newsdetail/important-notice-about-boy-scouts-14354112) ![Brotherhood Mutual](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brotherhood%20Mutual.png?width=150&name=Brotherhood%20Mutual.png) [Guidance for Ministries About Boy Scouts' Bankruptcy](https://www.brotherhoodmutual.com/legalassist/legal-q-a/ministry-activities-and-operations/boyscouts-bankruptcy-2020/) ![ECAP Square](https://info.traillifeusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ECAP%20Square.jpg?width=150&name=ECAP%20Square.jpg) [Child Protection Resources from ECAP](https://abuseprevention.org/ecap-resources/) ## Walk Worthy! “… that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;…” Colossians 1:10 [** Find A Troop ](https://info.traillifeusa.com/find-a-troop/?hsLang=en) [** Start A Troop ](https://info.traillifeusa.com/start-a-troop/?hsLang=en)