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INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIPEquipping members for Global Mission and OutreachGeneral Conference Sabbath School and Personal Ministries2682875144145Community Services & Urban Ministry Certification ProgramModule Syllabus & Teaching NotesCS 05e Risk Management & Legal Issues1 contact hourDeveloped by Arthur BlinciVice President—Marketing and Field ServicesAdventist Risk Management, Inc.?2011 General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists?Table of ContentsRisk Management—It’s More than Insurance4Stewardship Is5Risk Management Is…6Christ’s Method Alone6Who Do We Serve?7Surrounded by Risk7How Do We Serve?8It Has Happened8The Potential Impact11Risk Management12Risk Identification13Plan Ahead14Strategic Ministry14Risk Control16Facility Protection & Safety Awareness17Identification of Hazards17#1 Cause of Accidents19Common Electrical Accidents19Electrical Safety19Are You a Lighthouse?20Safety Officer or Team20Safety Equipment21Workplace Safety Website22Our Challenge22Creating the Magnificent22The Three S Model of Servant Leadership23Stewardship in Action24Our Commitment25Focus on Risk Control25Questions & Further Information26Bibliography List27Collaboration for CompassionA Risk Management OverviewBy: Arthur F. Blinci, ARM eMBAVice President, Adventist Risk Management, Inc.Module ObjectivesTo acquaint participants with an overview of risk management issues that an organization may face when planning for a ministry activity, community service project, or other forms of humanitarian endeavor. To become aware of the potential risks that may occur during the actual event and what steps every organization should take to implement an effective risk management program at their point of ministry. Student RequirementsStudents must attend the entire seminar and engage in the discussion to earn module credit.TextbookThere is no required textbook for this module. For further study, students are encouraged to avail themselves of the references listed during the module and in the bibliography at the end of these teacher’s notes.Slide #1 – Title Introduce the subject and review the module objectives to be achieved by each participant.Slide #2 – Creating New OpportunitiesWithin the world of Adventist Community Services and other forms of outreach ministries the Seventh-day Adventist Church faces many unique Challenges. Ministry can take place both at home and in far away countries. It can be conducted within the safe confines of a local church or community center or in the midst of catastrophic devastation. These challenges can create unique and significant Risks to those actively involved in providing the ministry or service, that could cause bodily harm or financial risk to the church if an accident were to occur or an un-expected event takes place which can bring potential liability. However, in every ministry situation the church is afforded tremendous Opportunity to be the helping and loving hands of Christ as we serve others in today’s 21st Century world. What a privilege we have as human agents to reach out and help others in times of need!“As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith." Galatians 6:10.Slide #3 – Risk Management—It’s More than InsuranceThe key principle that we must understand at the end of this seminar is the fact that risk management and the word insurance are not synonymous terms! Risk management is so much more that the mere purchasing of insurance to provide protection over a specific type of activity or event. In fact, insurance is only a small part of the risk management process. When you consider the words “Risk Management” there is a single concept which can explain it better than most—the word is “Stewardship.” In fact, risk management can be viewed as a ministry of stewardship in action.Slide #4 – Stewardship Is… In Scripture we see many examples of stewardship in action. Jesus himself told the parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30, where the master was going away on a long journey. He entrusted his assets to his servants to manage during his period of absence and explained the responsibility each had to provide care for these assets in a responsible manner. The master told each of them before he left that they would be held responsible to give an account of what they did to protect, maintain, and enrich the master’s resources while he was gone. This same responsibility is ours today as church leaders—to be the faithful steward of all things the Lord has entrusted to our care here on this earth.These include:Stewardship is caring for the Lord’s Resources …. Matthew 25:14-30Stewardship is protecting the assets of your church…. Human, Financial and PhysicalStewardship is supporting the Lord’s work with faithful Tithe and Offerings…. Malachi 3:10Stewardship is the careful planning of all church sponsored activities…. Proverbs 11:14Managing risk has a role to play in every aspect of Christian stewardship. Stewardship holds church leaders accountable for the plans they make and the outcomes that occur during all ministry activities. Is the leadership of your ministry taking adequate time in planning, preparing, training, and equipping all participants to successfully meet the challenges and risks that might be encountered during the activity for which you are engaged?Slide #5 – Risk Management Is…“The process of directing, organizing and controlling the activities and resources of an organization in order to minimize and where possible prevent the adverse effect of accidental losses.”Take a moment to look at this definition, risk management is traditional sound business management with a specific purpose attached—to minimize or prevent where possible the adverse impact that can be caused by accidental losses.Risk managers understand you will not be able to eliminate all the risk from a given activity or prevent all accidents from occurring. However, with proper planning, supervision, and preventative measures in place an organization with a pro-active risk management program can make major strides in preventing accidents before they occur or minimize the impact or harm when they do strike your organization.Slide #6 – Christ’s Method Alone… This statement from the writings of Ellen G. White has become the mantra or battle cry of Adventist Community Service leaders and volunteers. Rightly so, for it clearly establishes your mission and places you on the scene of action:“Christ's method alone will give true success in reaching the people. The Saviour mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me’ ” (The Ministry of Healing, p. 143). However, along with this mission comes the responsibility to be prepared for the unexpected. How can your organization be prepared? (1) Through the proper planning of all activities, and (2) by taking the necessary precautions to prevent accidents by using appropriate safety measures, and (3) properly supervising all church-sponsored activities.Remember with each opportunity there will be challenges to face and risks to be managed. Your responsibility as a ministry leader is to be a responsible steward of the lives and resources entrusted to your care as you lead in the performance of these Christ-centered ministries.Slide #7 – Who Do We Serve?Take a look around the Seventh-day Adventist Church and the multitude of ministries we provide to our community around the world. The question is not “Who” do we serve? It more appropriately should be “Who don’t we serve?” To every nation, kindred, tribe and people!Slide #8 – Surrounded by Risk…Every organization must be aware of its surroundings and the environment in which it will be conducting its activities. The church and its ministries are no exception. The types of risk that can have a direct impact on your ministry include the following list of exposures or hazards:Natural Disasters – Storms, earthquakes, tsunamis etc…Physical Injury – Bodily injury related to accident or illnessFinancial Loss – to organization or personal fundsCriminal Actions – Vandalism, theft, burglary, riot or warPersonal Injury – Libel, slander or other forms of defamationEmployment Liabilities – Wrongful termination litigation, discrimination, sexual harassmentSexual Misconduct – Child abuse, sexual immorality between co-workers, elder abuseLitigious Climate – High cost of litigation in your areaGovernmental Actions – Eminent domain, legal fines, or civil penaltiesSlide # 9 – How Do We Serve?Once again consider the wide range of Adventist ministries and the types of locations where they take place, the type of activity involved, and the type of people being served each day: Building projects, evangelistic outreach, medical/health ministries, Vacation Bible Schools, food banks, elder care, after-school care, youth/children’s ministry activities, meals on wheels, clothing distribution, disaster relief, thrift stores, and many more. Look around and see the Adventist Church actively engaged in working to help others.Slide #10 – It Has Happened…Accidents can occur at any time to any organization. Depending on the nature of the incident and the cause of the accident or loss, legal liability may result against your organization or the individuals directly involved in the event.Many types of accidents have occurred during ministries sponsored by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. These incidents include:Accidental Injuries – Bodily injuries to participants, staff members, and volunteers can result in third-party liability for which the organization may be legally liable for the medical expenses of the injured. Often times these types of claims are cared for through accidental medical or volunteer labor insurance programs.Paralyzing Injuries – Serious accidents that cause paralyzing bodily injury may result in serious legal liability situations due to alleged negligence on the part of the organization. These type of claims need to be carefully evaluated by your insurance carrier to determine the appropriate insurance that can provide either accidental medical/disability coverage or respond with legal defense on behalf of your organization. Wrongful Deaths – When the accident causes a death an allegation of negligence may bring litigation against the organization due to improper supervision, lack of appropriate safety equipment, reckless operation of vehicles or equipment or other causes. These types of claims require defense counsel being provided for your organization under the terms and conditions of a general liability insurance policy.Sexual Misconduct Allegations – These situations can cause very serious legal liability especially when it involves inappropriate conduct between an adult staff member and/or volunteer and a child. This type of incident must be reported to child protection or law enforcement agencies in accordance with local laws. All church organizations must be aware and comply with the child abuse reporting statues in your area. Failure to report such incidents can result in criminal as well as civil liability. Allegation of child abuse can often lead to litigation and you should immediately report all incidents of this nature to your liability insurance carrier to handle the investigation of the incident and prepare for the legal defense of your organization. Full cooperation with law enforcement authorities and defense counsel is expected at all times. The objective must always be to protect a child from further harm and protect an adult from any false allegations as well as minimizing the legal liability against the Church.Sexual Assaults – Incidents involving sexual assaults between adults or children should always be reported immediately to law enforcement authorities. Normally, this type of incident is criminal conduct and not an accidental occurrence. However, the church may be held legally liable for the resulting injuries because of the failure to properly supervise the event where the incident occurred or failure to protect those under the organization’s care from the harm caused by the perpetrator of the sexual assault.Defamation Lawsuits – This type of litigation should always be reported immediately to your liability insurance company for appropriate investigation and defense of your organization.Devastating Fires and Natural Disasters – These kinds of losses normally cause property damage claims. However, legal liability can arise if your organization fails to have appropriate emergency response plans ready for evacuation, sheltering in place, or other forms of public safety, and individuals under your supervision are injured as a result of your failure to be prepared. Third-party Property Damage Claims – These types of situations arise when an activity or action under your control causes damage to the property of another party. Report these incidents to your liability insurance carrier to handle on your behalf.Internal Theft – Incidents of financial impropriety, fraud, or embezzlements all must be reported to local enforcement agencies to protect the assets of church organizations. It is the organization’s responsibility to investigate all suspected losses and prepare a proof of loss (money, securities, or physical assets) to file with the insurance company for consideration. Once reimbursement has been paid under this insurance, restitution of stolen funds or property is the insurance company’s responsibility. It is in the best interest of the organization not to engage in negotiations with individuals who have stolen church funds or property. The best module of action is to leave all recovery efforts in the hands of the insurance company.This is only a short list of the type of incidents that have occurred in recent years involving church organizations. In all cases promptly report all accidents and loss situations to your insurance carrier and engage legal defense counsel when your organization has been sued or threatened with pending litigation.Slide #11 – The Potential ImpactWhenever a loss occurs it has an impact on your organization. The nature of the impact has several facets beyond the obvious. Too often we look at a loss like viewing an iceberg and we only see the small portion that is visible above the surface. It is what lurks beneath the surface that can cause serious harm to your organization if the situation is not properly handled at the time the loss occurs. What might these impacts include? Loss of Assets Human Resources – Bodily injury, illness, or even deathPhysical Resources – Damage or destruction of buildings, property, vehicles, or equipmentFinancial Resources – Loss of monies either by the organization or individualsLoss of Confidence in Church Leadership – Distrust of those in charge of the ministryLoss of Support – Financially or decline in participants or volunteers who provide this ministry service Detraction From Achievement of Mission – Time taken away from conducting the ministry due to personal involvement investigating or the litigation to defend the organization from liabilitySlide #12 – Risk ManagementThe practice of managing risk is divided into three distinct processes:Risk Identification – Analyzing the potential risks or hazards that could cause a lossRisk Control – Prevention strategies, taking pro-active steps to prevent or minimize a lossRisk Financing – Making an informed decision to either transfer the financial impact or self-insure We will now look at each of these three steps on an individual basis to learn more about the elements included in each of these areas.Slide #13 – Risk Identification Identifying hazards which could cause injury or loss to organizational assetsFirst, take a detailed look at the potential risks and hazards in which your organization is conducting its activities—the possible things that could go wrong in this environment. Identifying the value of assets at risk (Don’t forget “People.”) Second, establish appropriate values of buildings, vehicles, equipment, and contents used in each ministry activity. These values are important in establishing appropriate levels of insurance. Also evaluate the key human resources that are required to conduct each activity on a balanced basis with appropriate levels of supervision, workers, and required safety practices. Assessing the environment in which your organization operatesHow might your ministry be impacted by environmental elements, i.e. criminal activities, hazardous materials, or conditions in the nearby area, or what might happen if you lost specific community-provided services i.e. police, fire, or utility-related services. Making informed decisions on the level of risk your organization is willing to accept As you evaluate the risks and environment in which you are about to conduct your ministry, ask this question: Can we conduct this ministry on a safe and secure basis? If not, why not, and what actions are required to make it safe for participants, workers, and volunteers? If your risk assessment is too high, serious consideration must be given to either delay or cancel the activity until it can be conducted within the tolerance of the organization.Each of these actions is an essential part of risk assessment and identification. The better your assessment of the conditions you may face before the organization undertakes the activity the higher potential there is for the activity to be conducted on a safe and successful basis.Slide #14 – Plan AheadWisdom on the importance of making plans ahead of engaging in an event can be found in these words from King Solomon:Hasty plans and decisions can result in devastating losses. – Proverbs 21:4, ABV (Arthur Blinci’s Paraphrased Version) “Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in a multitude of counselors there is safety.” – Proverbs 11:14, NKJVSlide #15-16 – Strategic MinistryPlanning must be a strategic part of every ministry. This is a critical lesson that church leaders too often overlook. All too often apothecial thinking becomes the mindset of church leaders – “God wouldn’t allow that to happen during our ministry” or “Heavenly angels will protect us from all harm” tends to overshadow the fact that Satan is a “roaring lion” seeking whomever he can devour! Poor planning on your part as a church leader can result in tragic accidents which often cause serious financial loss or bring liability to the Church.Marvin Rienke, President (Retired) of the YMCA Services Corporation in the United States made the following statement during a risk management conference with faith-based and non-profit leaders: “The genesis of many accidents takes place in the Boardroom…” What is meant by this statement? During his time as YMCA Services president the organization studied the root cause of the accidents which were occurring in their organization. Far too often the YMCA learned that an accident resulted due to poor planning, the failure to make appropriate maintenance decisions on a timely basis, or lack of appropriate levels of supervision. Typically, in each of these situations the governing board was the group responsible for planning the event, establishing the levels of supervision, or authorizing the expenditure of funds for maintenance or replacement of physical assets. The same can be said within the Seventh-day Adventist Church at our churches, schools, and community centers.Strategic thinking occurs when church leaders are willing to take the following actions:Planning Ahead – Don’t allow ministry activities to just occur without appropriate planning and approvals.Planning the Details – Don’t rubber stamp approvals. Review and require a detailed plan of the activity.Planning for Emergencies – Does the proposed plan include details on how to handle emergency situations: accidents, natural disasters, medical situations, mechanical breakdowns?Planning for Contingencies – Does the plan include redundancies in the event Plan A fails to meet the situation? Does the organization have extra emergency funds readily on hand to respond as needed? Being willing to “Just Say NO or Wait” – One of the most difficult decisions is to take an action that the organization is not prepared to engage in a given activity or event. The church too often wants to be all things to all people all the time! This is a very dangerous way to conduct ministry. Well thought out plans sometimes lead to a decision to say the prudent thing: “No” or postpone until a later date.Slide #17 – Risk ControlThe heart of risk management is found in risk control. If your organization is pro-active in managing its risk and controlling situations that can lead to accidents or loss, much suffering can be adverted and thousands of dollars saved each year for more ministry-related purposes. Remember having insurance Does Not prevent a loss or accident from occurring. Being pro-active in risk control practice can! How can you manage risk?Avoidance of the risk Re-schedule – Take the appropriate steps to delay an activity until it can be done safely. Do not undertake – Make the decision that the risks are too great for this type of activity. Transfer to someone else – Engage another better-equipped organization to conduct the activity for your organization or on your behalf.Minimization of the Hazard Detailed evaluation and planning – The better the planning, the better will be the ultimate results.” Compliance with Regulations and Safety Standards – Be aware and comply with all local and governmental laws, codes, and safety regulations at all times. Protective equipment and training – Never engage in an activity without the appropriate or required safety equipment, training, or required supervision. Change the activity to prevent loss – If the identified hazards or risk is too great, what are the appropriate corrective actions needed to conduct the activity safely? Be willing to make adjustments as necessary.Slide #18 – Facility Protection & Safety AwarenessRisk control includes facility protection and ongoing safety awareness. Take time to check your facilities and surrounding property for un-safe conditions or un-safe working practices of employees or volunteers. Take the appropriate corrective measures by repairing and properly maintaining your facilities and equipment. Conduct safety training of staff as needed and use safety awareness signs to warn of potential dangers until they can be corrected. Being pro-active in this area can prevent accidents and un-necessary injuries. Slide #19 – Identification of HazardsAs part of your risk control program look for potential hazards that could lead to an accident or loss and take appropriate corrective measures, or be prepared to respond in the event of an emergency. Hazards can include:Slips, Trips & Falls – Correct conditions that could cause injury to employees, volunteers and guests.Electrical Shock – Repair or discontinue the use of electrical equipment which is in an unsafe condition.Fire – Have appropriate fire extinguishers in the facility and have evacuation plans in place in the event of a fire emergency. Windstorms – Make sure proper maintenance is done on roofs and trim low hanging branches that could cause damage. Be sure you have either a sheltering plan or evacuation plan in the event of a tornado or hurricane. Monitor weather service alerts and warnings.Snow & Ice – Promptly remove all build ups of snow and ice from the premises including sidewalks, stairs, roadways, parking lots, and roofs. Use grit materials to minimize the potential for slips and falls.Earthquake – Be sure you have a sheltering plan and emergency preparedness supplies are ready.Poisoning – Have emergency medical response telephone numbers posted and seek immediate care.Proper Lighting – Install adequate perimeter lighting to allow for safety at night to illuminate unsafe conditions and provide security to your premises. Have operational emergency lighting indoors in accordance with local ordinances and building codes.Security of Premises – Use appropriate levels of exterior lighting, gated fencing, and other means of security services, as needed, to minimize vandalism, theft, and other criminal activities on your premises.Food Handling – Make sure appropriate health laws and food serving requirements are being followed at all times. Maintain food at appropriate temperatures and in proper storage conditions. Dispose of spoiled and/or out-dated food supplies immediately in the appropriate manner.Slide #20 - #1 Cause of AccidentsSlips, trips, and falls are the number one cause of accidents at Adventist facilities around the world. Be alert and take appropriate corrective measures to correct conditions that can cause injury to others. It is normally easy to take corrective measures that can prevent slip, trip, and fall type accidents before they occur.Slide #21 – Common Electrical HazardsElectrical hazards are very dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury. Organizations need to take caution to avoid the overloading of electrical circuits which can cause fires, damage to equipment, and other types of injuries or losses. Extension cords and electric power strips are to be used as a temporary means to extend power over a short distance. Care should be used to prevent tripping hazards. The use of power cords in areas where water is present should be avoided due to the hazard of serious injury caused by electrical shock. Slide #22 – Electrical SafetyAdditional cautions associated with electrical safety include:Carefully check the conditions of all extension cords. Replace damaged or frayed cords immediately.Install Ground Fault Outlets in areas where moisture is present—near sinks and outdoor water faucets.Turn off electrical power whenever you work on electrical systems or equipment. All electrical repairs and equipment maintenance at church facilities should be done by properly licensed and insured electricians or contractors.Slide #23 – Are You a Lighthouse?Adequate exterior and interior lighting is an important consideration in all facilities to enhance safety and security through your property. Security lighting is one of the best cost effective measures to deter criminal activities and provide appropriate illumination to promote safety throughout the evening hours. Emergency light should also be provided throughout the interior areas of all buildings to assist in the evacuation of premises due to a loss of regular electrical power. Lighting should be checked and maintained in working condition at all times.Slide #24 – Safety Officer or TeamNo single individual can effectively manage the risks of an organization; it requires a team effort. Good safety programs are established and led by an appointed safety officer or safety committee that takes responsibility for creating safety awareness, loss prevention, and risk management throughout the organization. Key elements of a safety program include: Review your organization’s safety practices and policies Conduct periodic facilities reviews & self-inspection Arrange safety training for staff and volunteers Reviews all accidents or losses that occur throughout the year Promotes safety during all ministry activitiesStays current on best safety practices Slide #25 – Safety EquipmentIt is the responsibility of each organization to provide all participants, staff, and volunteers with the appropriate safety equipment for the type of activity. Care must be taken to be sure all safety equipment is maintained in proper condition and that it fits each individual appropriately. Caution tape and/or barriers should be used to identify and secure areas of unsafe conditions until they can be corrected.Slide #26 – Workplace Safety ToolkitAll work related accidents and injuries should be promptly reported to the organization’s workers’ compensation or volunteer labor insurance carrier. It is the organization’s responsibility to have all injured staff or volunteers receive appropriate medical care as soon as possible after an injury occurs. Workplace safety also includes appropriate safety training of all staff members and volunteers. An excellent resource on workplace safety and other risk management/loss prevention topics are available through the Nonprofit Risk Management Center. Visit their website to learn of the many resources available including the free “Workplace Safety Toolkit” at . Slide #27 – WebsiteAdventist Risk Management also provides numerous risk management resources free at their website: . You can subscribe to a free electronic newsletter, eSolutions, that will keep you up-to-date on various risk management topics throughout the year. Other useful risk control resources in four languages can be discovered under the Resource Gateway section of this website.Slide #28 – Our ChallengeYour organization’s ministries can have either a positive or negative impact on the community in which it serves. Well managed ministries, with appropriate plans and good safety practices can be a tremendous influence for good throughout the world. Listen to these challenging words: “When a well-run business applies its vast resources, expertise, and management talent to problems that it understands and in which it has a stake, it can have a greater impact on social good than any other institution or philanthropic organization” Porter & Kramer, Harvard Business Review, December 2006, p. 92 Are the ministries sponsored by your organization making this type of positive impact?Slide #29-30 – Creating the MagnificentDr. Ken Blanchard is the author of best-selling leadership books – The One Minute Manger, Leading at a Higher Level, and Lead Like Jesus. They expand on the challenge organizations have to create responsibility within their organization or ministry that brings the best out of those who have dedicated their time and talents in service to a greater good. Believing that servant leadership is the best form of management, Dr. Blanchard challenges all leaders to put others first and to create a team that can change the world. Listen to these words and see how you can emulate them in your leadership practices and ministries:“I think people want to be magnificent. It is the job of a ministry leader to bring out the magnificence in people and to create an environment where they feel safe and supported and ready to do the best job possible in accomplishing key goals. This responsibility is a sacred trust that should not be violated. The opportunity to guide others to their fullest potential is an honor and one that should not be taken lightly. As leaders, we hold the lives of others in our hands. These hands need to be gentle and caring and always available for support.” Dr. Ken Blanchard Are you up to this challenge? Do you think you can make this type of difference in the lives of those you lead or touch through ministry? The prescription for this type of success is 100% biblically-based. It can be described as a Three S Model for ministry leaders. It is based on the principles of using active stewardship as you provide leadership in ministry programs and activities.Slide #31 – The Three S Model of Servant LeadershipLet’s view your organization as a house whose goal it is to provide Christ-centered mission driven ministries:What must be your organization’s Foundation? Strong Relationships with key stakeholders built on TRUST.How do you then provide leadership to achieve your mission and cultivate the necessary level of trust with your community, staff, volunteers, and those people to whom you serve? Jesus shows us the power of this Three S Model in Action as we daily relate with one another and others around us we are called to be a…Steward – We are responsible to care for all of the Lord’s resources that have been entrusted to our care and keeping.Shepherd – As a leader it is our responsibility to properly plan all activities in such a manner that those we serve will be supported and kept safe throughout their experience with our organization. Servant – As a ministry leader we must always remember it not about “me” –it’s all about serving others! Remember the question the disciples were arguing over: “Who will be the greatest?”Jesus answered it by saying: “But he who is the greatest among you shall be your servant. And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted” (Matthew 23:11-12). Providing selfless service to others is the key to true success and greatness.Slide #32 – Stewardship in ActionYou have been called to be a leader in Christian ministry. A leader must always remember the assets entrusted to their care include: People, Property, and Finances. These are not ours to keep. They are only on loan from the Master to care and keep until He returns. Let’s review the key principles found again in Christ’s parable of the Talents found in Matthew 25:14-30:Stewardship is a relationship based on trust.This relationship requires each of us to perform a role of service to others.We must be willing to accept this role and become responsible. This responsibility requires us to perform our duty to God and to others.The Master will conduct a review of how we conducted ourselves and perform these duties.We will be held personally accountable for the results and receive our just reward.Risk management is likewise a part of our “Stewardship” responsibilities in your service to the Church, personal life, and to others. Stewardship must be a part of all ministries conducted by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Jesus teaches that “Stewardship” is biblical principles being applied to 21st Century situations. Slide #33 – Our CommitmentTherefore, risk management is a Ministry of Active Stewardship. It is an essential part of the Lord’s caring ministry on this earth today as we demonstrate care and concern for our church and community by anticipating and controlling the risks which threaten our safety, assets, or resources. Will you join us in making risk management a part of your ministry too?Slide #34 – Focus on Risk ControlRemember Risk Management requires both you and your organization to:Focus on controlling Risks that could impact your ministries.Requires commitment on the part of its leaders.Can make a real difference in preventing accidents and injuries.Helps to conserve scarce financial resources in challenging times.Ultimately helps both you and your organization achieve its mission.Simply stated – “Risk Management” – is a caring ministry of active stewardship.Slide #35 – Questions & Further InformationIf you have specific questions concerning the issues presented in this seminar you can contact:Arthur F. Blinci, Vice President – Adventist Risk Management, Inc.Telephone: (888) 951-4276 or Email: ablinci@ Additional Information on risk management related topics associated with faith-based ministries and nonprofit organizations can be found at the following organizational websites that provide electronic newsletters, publications, and other helpful resources: Adventist Risk Management, Inc.12501 Old Columbia PikeSilver Spring, MD 20904(888) 951-4276Nonprofit Risk Management Center15 N. King Street – Suite 203Leesburg, VA 20176(202) 785-3891Bibliography ListExposed – A Legal Field Guide; Mark Chopko and Melanie Herman, ? 2009, Nonprofit Risk Management Center, ISBN B003K08964.Leading at a Higher Level; Ken Blanchard and Associates, ?2007, Prentice Hall,ISBN 0-13-234772-5.Lead Like Jesus; Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges, ?2005, W Publishing Group, ISBN 0-8499-0040-9.Managing Risk in Nonprofit Organizations; Melanie Herman, George Head, Peggy Jackson, and Toni Fogarty, ?2004, John Wiley and Sons, ISBN 0-471-23674-8. No Surprises: Harmonizing Risk and Reward in Volunteer Management – 5th Edition; ?2009, Nonprofit Risk Management Center, ISBN 1893210235.The Most Loving Place in Town; Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges, ?2008, Thomas Nelson, ISBN 978-0-7852-2893-6.Ready or Not – A Risk Management Guide for Nonprofit Executives; ?2009, Nonprofit Risk Management Center, ISBN 1893210251.2400300107251500The Season of Hope: A Risk Management Guide for Youth Serving Nonprofits; John Patterson and Barbara Oliver, ?2002, Nonprofit Risk Management Center, ISBN 1893210030. ................
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