# LCMS Convention Proceedings_St. Louis Missouri_1995_S146
# Machine transcription, uncorrected — CHI Digital Archive (demonstration)

146 RESOLUTIONS

Synod to the sanctity of life and the Christian family; there-
fore be it

Resolved, That the Board for Human Care Ministries
continue to

1. sensitize congregations to the problem of domestic
abuses so that they might more easily recognize and ac-
knowledge signs of d domestic violence and abuse in their
midst;

2. provide resources and recommend models for ministry
to assist families in dealing with domestic abuse, including

material concerning appropriate ways to provide physical
safety to those caught in violent and abusive relationships;

3. encourage the Board for Higher Education Services to
develop programs in synodical institutions that train pro-
fessional workers to provide appropriate Christ-focused
care to individuals and families caught in violent and abu-
sive relationships including appropriate ways to encourage
both the victims of violence and abuse and those inflicting
it to seek competent Christian counseling. ,

Action: Adopted (11).