by Reggie Warren | Oct 23, 2014 | Opinion
I have been interviewed as a pastoral candidate by more than a few churches and have opted to serve six over the last 35 years of pastoral ministry. Almost always, concerns were expressed as to whether or not I “kept confidences.” Often, it was apparent...
by Cathy Lynn Grossman | Nov 18, 2011 | News
(RNS) As the Penn State abuse scandal blares in the news, hundreds of people around the country who were sexually abused as children will watch in legally imposed silence, says a Boston attorney and expert on such cases. Each is sworn to confidentiality agreements...
by Tarris D. Rosell | Sep 19, 2002 | Opinion
Ministers live in ethical tension regarding privileged information. Ministry presents one with private dimensions, even secrets, of other people’s lives. Clergy caregivers are entrusted with such knowledge to use it with care. Ministers bear responsibility for...
