Safe and Healthy Boundaries Training - Church Edition
In today’s fast-paced world, establishing safe and healthy boundaries is crucial for nurturing relationships within our church communities. This video series offers insights and practical tools to empower leaders and volunteers in navigating interpersonal dynamics confidently. We explore key principles, share personal stories, and provide actionable strategies to foster an environment where everyone feels respected and valued. A discussion guide is included to facilitate meaningful conversations after each session.The videos are designed for group settings to foster collaboration and discussion. Here are some recommended ways to use them:Monthly Leadership/Elder Team Meetings: Utilise the videos as part of a structured agenda over the course of five months.Half-Day Training Events: Organise a focused training session where multiple videos can be viewed and discussed.Volunteer team meetings: Utilise times when teams are already meeting to incorporate this training over the course of a year.
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Safe and Healthy Boundaries: Sessions 9 and 10
07m | November 5, 2025
Jemma Allen
Session 9: Boundary Erosion. Session 10: Sexual Boundaries. This five-module video series addresses ten critical areas where boundaries training is essential within the church and ministry context. While primarily designed for elders, governance boards, and volunteer teams, it is also suitable for individual use.The modules can be utilised separately during a series of team meetings or combined for a cohesive stand-alone training event.An accompanying discussion guide is provided, featuring notes and discussion questions tailored for each module. Some questions are specifically aimed at leaders, while others are more appropriate for volunteers. Additionally, facilitator notes are included to enhance the training experience. Find the Discussion Guide at leadership.baptist.nz
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Safe and Healthy Boundaries: Sessions 7 and 8
10m | November 4, 2025
Jemma Allen
Session 7: Internet and Social Media. Session 8: Availability. This five-module video series addresses ten critical areas where boundaries training is essential within the church and ministry context. While primarily designed for elders, governance boards, and volunteer teams, it is also suitable for individual use.The modules can be utilised separately during a series of team meetings or combined for a cohesive stand-alone training event.An accompanying discussion guide is provided, featuring notes and discussion questions tailored for each module. Some questions are specifically aimed at leaders, while others are more appropriate for volunteers. Additionally, facilitator notes are included to enhance the training experience. Find the Discussion Guide at leadership.baptist.nz
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Safe and Healthy Boundaries: Sessions 5 and 6
07m | November 3, 2025
Jemma Allen
Session 5: Confidentiality. Session 6: Touch. This five-module video series addresses ten critical areas where boundaries training is essential within the church and ministry context. While primarily designed for elders, governance boards, and volunteer teams, it is also suitable for individual use.The modules can be utilised separately during a series of team meetings or combined for a cohesive stand-alone training event.An accompanying discussion guide is provided, featuring notes and discussion questions tailored for each module. Some questions are specifically aimed at leaders, while others are more appropriate for volunteers. Additionally, facilitator notes are included to enhance the training experience. Find the Discussion Guide at leadership.baptist.nz
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Safe and Healthy Boundaries: Sessions 3 and 4
04m | November 2, 2025
Jemma Allen
Session 3: Consent. Session 4: Dual Relationships. This five-module video series addresses ten critical areas where boundaries training is essential within the church and ministry context. While primarily designed for elders, governance boards, and volunteer teams, it is also suitable for individual use.The modules can be utilised separately during a series of team meetings or combined for a cohesive stand-alone training event.An accompanying discussion guide is provided, featuring notes and discussion questions tailored for each module. Some questions are specifically aimed at leaders, while others are more appropriate for volunteers. Additionally, facilitator notes are included to enhance the training experience. Find the Discussion Guide at leadership.baptist.nz
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Safe and Healthy Boundaries: Sessions 1 and 2
14m | November 1, 2025
Jemma Allen
Session 1: Introduction to Boundaries. Session 2: Power. This five-module video series addresses ten critical areas where boundaries training is essential within the church and ministry context. While primarily designed for elders, governance boards, and volunteer teams, it is also suitable for individual use.The modules can be utilised separately during a series of team meetings or combined for a cohesive stand-alone training event.An accompanying discussion guide is provided, featuring notes and discussion questions tailored for each module. Some questions are specifically aimed at leaders, while others are more appropriate for volunteers. Additionally, facilitator notes are included to enhance the training experience. Find the Discussion Guide at leadership.baptist.nz